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    Baxter Stairways

    4.6 (30 reviews)

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    Alexis B.

    This might be the first time I've written a Yelp review for a staircase before! My husband and I were visiting LA this past week, and we were trying to get some exercise in each morning since we were eating SO MUCH. We were staying in Echo Park, so we walked over to the Baxter Stairways and used them for a bit of exercise! As a girl originally from North Texas (is there any place flatter?), these staircases hidden in the hills throughout LA and other parts of California are pretty amazing. A free stairmaster with a view! Great way to get some exercise in on a trip! We ran up the stairways a few times and also walked around Elysian Park, which is accessible from the top of the Stairways. Very cool/very Cali way to exercise on our trip!

    The base
    Nadine C.

    16 + 12 + 11+ 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 + 21 + 21 + more... After Alana and I conquered the Laveta Terrace Stairs, we approached these stairs with hesitation after reading reviews. This was the Second day of Summer at midday, so we had some water and did our best... Gosh... we didn't want to faint from heat stroke... plus, we wanted to get some Bingsoo in Koreatown... so... We stopped when we were able to see Griffith Park and the Hollywood Sign - maybe about halfway up. We agreed to return in Autumn and maybe on a clearer day for better photos. We felt a slight breeze when we ventured off the stairs on a dirt path... that's where we got a good shot of Downtown LA... We'll be back!

    Almost at the top!
    Kristina M.

    Situated in a nice neighborhood of Echo Park, I was so happy to discover Baxter Stairs via Yelp. Parking was convenient in the residential area near the bottom of the stairs. It wasn't too crowded when I went. It was also a place where I felt comfortable going alone. Stairs are my weakness so going up and down three times was killer for me. My legs were wobbling, I struggled every time when I get closer to the top, but I kept pushing myself. At the top, you are rewarded with a nice view of downtown LA and the hiking trails of Elysian Park. It felt so peaceful. You will only encounter residents going on walks and people walking their dogs. The stair steps were the same size and uniformed so it was not a struggle like Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City or Runyon Canyon in Hollywood. Yet, sprinting up and down those steps left me sore for the following two days after my workout! I am definitely coming back here and aiming to do five runs of these stairs!

    My two dogs exercising caution on their downhill approach.
    Daniel E.

    Ughhhh.... the Baxter Stairs. No matter how many times I climb up this stairway, it never gets any easier. Running down is so much more fun. I usually take the stairs on my daily dog walks while we make our way to Elysian Park. The dogs actually race up the stairs and use caution going down... I really wish it was the other way around. The stairs do tend to have more visitors on the weekend, but I have never seen it out of control full. Once you arrive to the top, stop and enjoy your view. Use that 5 minutes to catch your breath and look out toward the Hollywood sign and the Griffith Observatory (you definitely need to catch a sunset up here) - or - walk about 50 feet from the top and check out the DTLA skyline (equally beautiful during sunrise and sunset). Reminder: please be mindful of the houses in the area.

    The stairs as viewed from closer to the bottom
    Christine A.

    With Baxter being one of the steepest streets in Los Angeles, the United States, and the world (yes, steeper than any street in San Francisco) at a 32% grade, it eventually gives way to stairs. After finding this page, we decided to take these steps on. Starting at the bottom, near Baxter and Avon, we hiked up the hill to the staircase, which only had railing for the first flight. It's 230 steps or so upward with the strairways serpentining back and forth. Stopping with relative frequency it took us about 10 or 15 minutes to reach the top with our legs like jelly afterward. The top puts you out at the driveway for 2101 Park Drive, beside a peach tree. To describe the view from the stairs, as you climb you gain vista points for the Hollywood sign and the Griffith Observatory. It was a bit hazy yesterday, so I couldn't tell you if you'd be able to see the ocean or not. At the very top, on crossing Park Drive there was a very clear view of downtown Los Angeles from city hall to the Ritz Carlton. Standing there we were able to look down at Elysian Park and the back of Dodger Stadium (really all we could see were the hills with the palm trees lining the top). Climbing those stairs for that nice view was worth the burn. Man, Brandon D. and I are really out of shape. If you're interested in L.A.'s hidden stairs, Baxter Street's are a good one, especially for working your way to taking on the Rustic Canyon stairs (about 5 times as many steps as these and at least the Baxter Street ones are mostly uniform and you don't worry so much about losing footing because the steps are wide enough to accommodate the length of your foot).

    Lizards lizards everywhere!
    Nubia O.

    I love Baxter stairways! Not only because they help me have a good cardiovascular and leg exercise, but the views on top of the stairs are gorgeous! If you cross the street Park Dr at the top of the stairs you can get to Elysian Park trail and the downtown LA view is amazing from there! You can always see people walking their dogs or by themselves, but the place is never that busy. I always try to walk the stairways twice or three times. They sure kick my butt and I take forever though! So if you really want to have a killer workout just give Baxter stairways a try, and please do yourself a favor and bring a water bottle because they sure are tiring and steep. You get to see lizards everywhere during hot weather too. You may really want to take that rest half way if you're out of training! When I am done I sometimes go through Elysian Park to continue with my cardio or I just walk down to Echo Park Ave and Baxter St to get refreshed at FIX coffee shop. If you get to here driving you can easily find parking on the residential area where the stairs starts. Make sure to check street signs if you park on the top on Park Dr. because they're more strict with parking limitations etc.

    Good Living !
    John M. S.

    Great views, limited parking. And Ouch, I'm still sore. But a hidden workout should you suggest yourself to such punishment. The Go Ruck guys inspired me to finish my 5 sets.

    The bottom of the stairs near Avon and Baxter.

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    Way better than the SM stairs. There was no crowd and great views of both Hollywood sign and city. I'm a fan!

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    Good for low impact cardio workout. No pain no gain and my leg muscles are def in pain. Loved this place

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    However, the nice part about the stairs is that the Elysian Park Trail is located near the top of the stairs.

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    Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room - May 2016 - my obligatory, albeit blurry, pic :)

    Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room

    4.2(85 reviews)
    2.3 miDowntown

    This installation of Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirror Room - "The Souls of Millions of Light Years…read moreAway" is located at The Broad in Los Angeles. Tickets are FREE. To visit, you will need to reserve tickets to The Broad's general admission AND the Infinity Mirrored Room exhibit. I feel like if you're already going to The Broad you should also visit the Infinity Mirrored Room. I might be biased since I enjoy taking photos. The tricky thing is that the reservations for the Infinity Mirrored Room are released on the last Wednesdays of each month at 10am for the following month OR you have to keep an eye out for openings the day prior. They are currently not taking same day reservations. The reservations are time specific, but there will still be a 15-20 minute line. You can get in line 10-15 minute prior to your window slot and staff will probably not give you too hard of a time. You are expected to go in together with your group, unless you make reservations separately. If you want to go in alone for that selfie, you should make your own reservation. The maximum group size to enter together is 4 people. Any children under 13 must enter with an adult. Obviously, my boyfriend was dragged to go with me. Before our visit, I was researching what poses to do since the time is so limited. And then when we were in line I gave him a quick run down of the plan. It worked out nicely and we were able to take a few photos, a quick video and still had a few seconds to actually enjoy the art installation beyond the selfie taking purposes. This experience was very special for me. I think the careful planning and taking feedback from others allowed me to enjoy my visit. One minute can go by quick if you wait to get inside the room to coordinate your poses. And coming with someone I care about makes it even more memorable.

    Visited Infinity Mirror Room and let me just say... yes, it's stunning. The lights, reflections,…read morethe whole illusion makes you feel like you stepped into another dimension. No complaints about the actual experience itself, it's beautiful and definitely Instagram-worthy. BUT. That wait vs. payoff ratio? Wild. You're standing there forever, building up the moment, just to get ushered in and out in what feels like 60 seconds flat. By the time you're adjusting your camera and telling your family where to stand, it's already "okay time's up." Like... we just got here?? Honestly, I'd rather they charge more and give people a few extra minutes. Let us actually take it in, enjoy it, and get decent photos without feeling rushed like we're on some kind of aesthetic speed run. That said, it is a must-see at least once. Just go in knowing it's more of a quick visual experience than something you can really sit with.

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    Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room - Illusion room

    Illusion room

    Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room - Not being shady... just respecting my bf's privacy :)

    Not being shady... just respecting my bf's privacy :)

    Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room - Infinity room

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    Olvera Street - Fabulous Margaritas!

    Olvera Street

    4.2(632 reviews)
    2.2 miDowntown

    Olvera Street is in Downtown Los Angeles, right across from the train station. It is open year…read moreround but many of the shops close when it rains and many of the outdoor shops close at dusk in the winter. It is about 3 blocks of fun. Kids love it and it is fun for the whole family. Parking is for a fee. It is just fun. All of the eateries are great, are favorite being La Luz Dia. It is not the oldest restaurant there, but it is great. The shops are fun and have cool gifts from Mexico. This is an historic district and should remind you of when all of California was part of Mexico. It is safe and you will have a great time. Have fun. Any place you choose to eat will be good. They have fine dinning and street tacos. Most of the places serve alcohol.

    Olvera Street is a charming area. It is not too large and easily accessible. They have some…read moreauthentic Mexican goods such as dresses, cups and saucers, dolls, etc. There are some elevated kiosks and stores. There are also some authentic Mexican restaurants. One had a great Taco Tuesday special. The people working in this area are friendly. They are not pushy trying to sell goods. I enjoyed my walk through here but it is a little small. I would have liked to see even more stores. I did hear it is a great place to be on the weekends with lots of singing and dancing. I would recommend going on one of those days for an elevated experience.

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    Olvera Street - History of Olvera Street.

    History of Olvera Street.

    Olvera Street - Shops

    Shops

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    Grand Central Market - G&B Coffee

    Grand Central Market

    4.2(3.2k reviews)
    2.6 miDowntown
    $$

    I really liked this place because it's not just one restaurant -- it's more like a collection of…read moredifferent food spots all in one space. It makes it so much easier when you don't want to commit to just one type of food. I walked around for a bit before deciding what to get, and everything looked fresh and tempting. It's the kind of place where you can try something new every time you come back. Also great if you're with friends and everyone has different cravings. The overall vibe is lively but still comfortable, not too chaotic. It felt easy to just grab food and sit down without any stress. I'd definitely come back here when I want variety and a casual food experience without overthinking it.

    I was staying in DTLA and decided to hop over here to grab breakfast at Eggslut. I like the idea of…read morethe market. Lot of vendors that have a history with the greater LA area, so it avoids the gradual rise of gentrification which can occur with most food halls and markets in the U.S. I like the open air concept where you can just chill inside or outside and enjoy some good food or brews. You could easily hang out here for several hours, but I had a busy day so that couldn't happen for me. Because I was walking distance, it was a must visit. Not sure if I'd drive into here, but do visit if you can get there via public transport.

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    Grand Central Market - Villas Tacos, La Tostaderia, and more at Grand Central Market

    Villas Tacos, La Tostaderia, and more at Grand Central Market

    Grand Central Market - Pupusas

    Pupusas

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    Carroll Ave - Carroll Ave has the Most Victorian Homes on 1 Street in LA. The Picturesque Street includes The Thriller & Charmed TV Show Houses Oct. 2023

    Carroll Ave

    4.8(70 reviews)
    1.3 miEcho Park

    Iconic along the Avenue in every way…read more Carroll Ave is a place filled with lots of scenic as well as historic history. This dazzling slice of Victorian homes in Echo Park, Los Angeles' Angelino Heights area encompasses the 1300s block and tip of the 1400s. Cinema, Music Entertainment & Television and various digital mediums have been capture on this landmark Avenue from Teen Witch and Grandma's Boy to the original Charmed television series and Michael Jackson's Thriller music video film. You can park on this street, stroll and even photo op (just be mindful of properties as they belong to actual home owners who help preserve their homes that are apart of the National Register of Historic Places with several official Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monuments listed among these homes. It's a 10 to 15 minute walk from Echo Park Lake if close by. Definitely a great place to be a local tourist, show your tourists and enjoy as an LA native/native Angelino.

    Beautiful Victorian homes. I enjoyed strolling down the street. Definitely worth visiting and…read moretaking in the beautiful architecture.

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    Carroll Ave - Carroll Ave has the Most Victorian Homes on 1 Street in LA. The Picturesque Street includes The Thriller & Charmed TV Show Houses Oct. 2023

    Carroll Ave has the Most Victorian Homes on 1 Street in LA. The Picturesque Street includes The Thriller & Charmed TV Show Houses Oct. 2023

    Carroll Ave - Carroll Avenue is a Historic Section of LA with Beautiful Victorian Houses. Several have been in the Movies & on TV.

    Carroll Avenue is a Historic Section of LA with Beautiful Victorian Houses. Several have been in the Movies & on TV.

    Carroll Ave - Carroll Ave has the Most Victorian Homes on 1 Street in LA. The Picturesque Street includes The Thriller & Charmed TV Show Houses Oct. 2023

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    Carroll Ave has the Most Victorian Homes on 1 Street in LA. The Picturesque Street includes The Thriller & Charmed TV Show Houses Oct. 2023

    Los Angeles Chinatown - Guan Di Temple

    Los Angeles Chinatown

    3.7(212 reviews)
    1.7 miChinatown

    If you drive around enough, you can find free parking. Much easier to do so here than in Little…read moreTokyo, and especially easier than K-town. Honestly, feels a bit safer to walk around here too, even at night. Though, that might be due to the sadly huge amount of gentrification that has happened, closing down lots of mom and pop shops and places that are historic to the area or of cultural relevance. Truly a sign of the times. I have some fond memories here, like getting my ears pierced and one of them turning out to be crooked, my grandpa telling me he got me a Poke'mon wall scroll only to find out that it's actually an Neon Genesis Evangelion one (infinitely better), getting bootleg Poke'mon, Digimon, and Sailor Moon goods here, various trips with my family, going to the doctor here with my grandfather and getting the custard dim sum melon pan after and much more. Lately, the only other times I've been here have been in the evening and night with friends but some vendors are still open and Amboy and other businesses are too, so there's still stuff to do, but I'd like to come back again in the middle of the day to visit some of the childhood shopping alleys of my memory.

    Finally got to see Chinatown here in the great city of Los Angeles! We had already eaten, so we…read moreweren't looking for food. It was nearly 7pm as we were walking into the area and most of the businesses had already closed. We did spot a couple of open restaurants and the lines were out the door, so you know they're good! Was able to grab some pics of cool lanterns and loved the architecture. Our Tesla Uber drove right under the gateway monument and that was pretty cool!

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    Los Angeles Chinatown - Paper lanterns

    Paper lanterns

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    Los Angeles Chinatown

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    Michael Jackson's Thriller House - The House where Thriller featuring MJ & Vincent Price took place. Michael Jackson's Thriller House on historic Carroll Avenue in LA.

    Michael Jackson's Thriller House

    5.0(3 reviews)
    1.3 miEcho Park

    "You start to freeze…read more.. As horror looks you right between the eyes You're paralyzed!!!!" Purposely preserved as a decaying/under renovations home for many pop culture references, media and nostalgia. This home is known primarily as the Thriller House from the iconic Michael Jackson 80s musical video Thriller. Located on 1245 Carroll Avenue - this residence was also featured on the series Charmed - with Holly Marie Combs (Piper), Alyssa Milano (Phoebe), and Paige (Rose McGowan) in Season 4 Episode 5 "Size Matters" with thee Glendale acting legend himself Robert Englund (aka the original Freddy Krueger) and in the movie Teen Witch (1989), "...I'm rubber, you're glue. Whatever you say sticks back on you." I had no idea this home along with many iconic others were/are all on the same street and series of blocks in a very amazing walkable neighbor with parking on the street, without resident only permits or restrictions and so close to Echo Park Lake in the city of Echo Park #TheMoreYouKnow Being a Victorian style home of note, built over 135 years ago it is among other historic homes and historical monuments of Greater Los Angeles. The Sanders House (it's true name) was designated a L.A. Historic-Cultural Monument official in the year 1971. Like it's neighboring structures it is also very much a part of the HPOZ also known as the Angelino Heights Historic Preservation Overlay Zone dedicated to preserving places of significance and that modification, renovation and updates are compatible with the architectural integrity of the neighborhood itself. If your in the area, definitely grab that pic you know you've been wanting to grab (be mindful of the property itself like any home)... For no mere mortal can resist... The evil of the thriller!!" "AHa ha ha ha ha ha ha ha...."

    Went and took pictures in front of the house. No issues! Just don't go wondering too far in…read more Respect the area since it's a historical street. But it's a pretty slice of history to see, easy parking, and beautiful houses all along! If you're a fan of the series "Charmed", the house used is right down the street on the same side!

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    Michael Jackson's Thriller House
    Michael Jackson's Thriller House - The House where Thriller featuring MJ & Vincent Price took place. Michael Jackson's Thriller House on historic Carroll Avenue in LA.

    The House where Thriller featuring MJ & Vincent Price took place. Michael Jackson's Thriller House on historic Carroll Avenue in LA.

    Michael Jackson's Thriller House - The House where Thriller featuring MJ & Vincent Price took place. Michael Jackson's Thriller House on historic Carroll Avenue in LA.

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    The House where Thriller featuring MJ & Vincent Price took place. Michael Jackson's Thriller House on historic Carroll Avenue in LA.

    Baxter Stairways - localflavor - Updated May 2026

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