The LA Union Station is a landmark 1939 terminal designed in the Mission Moderne style. It is a beautifully designed space and has a lot of history. There is a mural of immigrants on one side of the station which represents the diversity of the people in LA. This train station is known as the "Last of the Great Railway Stations" built in the United States. It is also very convenient instead of making the drive to DTLA sometimes. There is a lot to see and it is right across from the famous Olvera St and LA Chinatown. So many food places to eat and great dim sum! During the summer, you can get Metrolink tickets for just $10 on any weekend day. Yelp Review #59- 2026 read more

Didn't plan on being at Union Station in Los Angeles, but when airfare can be more expensive and Ubers are more crazy, you look for alternatives. I needed to get from LAX to Irvine on the cheap and looked at my alternatives. After looking at Greyhound and other airport shuttle services in the area, I decided to take the Amtrak that departed from Union Station Los Angeles to Irvine. It was not a short ride by any means, but it was convenient for me to get to where I wanted to go for a decent price. I booked the Amtrak ticket online about 2 days before arriving in Los Angeles. It was a fair price and definitely cheaper than an Uber ride. I was shocked at how much an Uber ride is in Los Angeles compared to the Amtrak. I arrived at Union Station around 6:30am on a Saturday morning in mid September 2026 after getting off a LAX FlyAway bus from LAX. I had time to kill and I walked around Union Station. Felt like a run down building but had its usual modern refinements. Even if its 2026, it felt like being in the 1960's and it's a train depot. With every modern enhancement here and concessions here, it felt like Union station was in a time warp, but we do need trains to get people and goods where they need to be. My time here at Union Station Los Angeles was brief. Even an Amtrak staff member who was driving in a golf cart saw me waiting on the platform told me to take an earlier train instead of waiting, but I decided to wait for my ticketed train anyway (an hour later). Thought that was weird. I walked around Union Station to kill time and when it was time to, I walked back to platform 9 with 15 minutes till departure and boarded the Surfrider train bound for San Diego and getting off at Irvine station. Union Station has limited concessions here but at least there's restrooms and places to sit down to wait for your train out of Los Angeles. The overall experience here at Union Station was typical. It is a waystation for those who are commuting on the Amtrak. It is a nice building for the Amtrak hub for all trains passing thru the Los Angeles corridor. The building is dated but it works for most people who are traveling on Amtrak and the Metrolink on any given casual day. For the most part though, my experience here was good and uneventful. I saw a couple of people talking out loud and could have been homeless. I'm thankful that Union Station is predominately safe and have uniformed security around to make sure that everyone is safe and secured. And so, if you are coming or going inside Los Angeles and want to find alternatives to air travel, consider Amtrak and Union Station Los Angeles for your way out of California and where you want to be. Union Station Los Angeles is located at 800 N Alameda Street in downtown Los Angeles, California. It's a main hub for Amtrak and a gateway to cities north, east, and south of the city. All Amtrak tickets can be purchased at Union Station Amtrak kiosks or online at Amtrak's website in advance. The tickets are fairly cheap, depending on how far you travel. Only thing about train travel is that its fairly slower than air travel, but it can be quite inexpensive compared to air travel too. Just depends on what you want to do and if you have the time for it. Union Station is open to the public, but I'm thinking it can be restrictive if you don't have a ticket and officials can ask you for a ticket if you're just loitering in the building. I'm not sure if there is a parking lot for those who park and take the train, but you'd think there is. I'm just a tourist that took a train here at Union Station. I'm sure there there's a lot of public transportation options in the Los Angeles area to get you to Union Station, if you decide you want to ride the Amtrak. I'm just glad that there are restrooms here at Union Station. It just feels like a big building with a few concessions and restrooms. The rest of it is platforms for the departing and arriving Amtrak trains. Like a large theater or a small airport. Happy travels! 4.0 stars for the overall experience. Support local! B read more

Lately the only time I'm utilizing this station is the connection of trains. Coming or going to Palm Springs from LA. It's quite a big station and can be a bit intimidating if it's your first time walking through. Of course you have the main entrance that welcomes you with the station architecture. There's food stalls incase you have a little wait time and wanted something to eat. Starbucks is also located inside. Restroom are scattered but it seemed like the only ones I've found are along the hallway where the tracks are. A big hub where the Amtrak's meets and connects to the metro that takes throughout the city. Coming or going from Palm Springs is my connecting here whenever I'm not driving and dealing with traffic. You can also start here is you want to get around the city with the different color line train. Santa Monica, the valley, Pasadena, Long Beach are all accessible through the station here with the different color metro. There are a lot of tracks so make sure to read the screen where all the stations are marked to know which track your train is at. Not only the train, you can also catch the greyhound bus at this station. Depending on how the tracks run, it's a give or take if they're on time. This past experience, after we left the station heading towards Fullerton, train stopped for a good half hour as there was some kind of delay with the tracks. So you never know what you'll get. read more

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The historic Union Station. This train station is beautiful. I'm assuming they've had some renovations over the years, but it seems like they have kept a beautiful mid-century aesthetic. It almost feels like an airport terminal because of all the vendors in the station. I'll be honest I've never actually been inside until recently. But in the last couple of weeks, I've used this station multiple times now. My experience centers around the fact that the World Cup is in town. I've used this train to head down to USC for a Fan fest, I've used it to head to Koreatown for the large Mexico versus South Korea match. And once I learned how to buy or put money on my Tap card this train station is really easy to use. There's also a large screen in the main terminal playing all the World Cup matches, and there's some installations outside and on the inside It makes you hopeful for the train system in Los Angeles get even better because I'm becoming more of a fan using the Metro read more

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This is a very historical train station in LA. This is a huge and beautiful metro station. There are several cafes and restaurants in this location. There are really nice art pieces in this location. I visited during the World Cup. Therefore, there were a lot of World Cup decorations. They have kiosks to buy tickets and they have customer service kiosks too. I purchased a World Cup special tap card. This place is worth visiting if you're not taking metro or Metro link. This location has both metro and Metro link. This location has a lot of security guards and employees helping people finding the right stations. It is very clean and well maintained. They have free Dodgers shuttles too. This location has plenty of parking spot too. read more

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This station reminds me of stations outside the country. It's old and has a ton of character. The one great thing about traveling by train is that you really don't need to be there until minutes before the train leaves unlike flying that requires you to go through TSA. I showed up 45 minutes before departure thinking they would open the train door 30 minutes before takeoff. They ended up opening the door 10 minutes before departure which was not enjoyable for all of us standing under the heat. It's very easy to get around here. Once you enter, there are lots of people ready to assist. The hallway leading to the platforms is only a couple minutes walk so even with luggage it's not that crazy. I highly recommend traveling by train to avoid traffic. Best of all, they do have WiFi so you can get work done. read more

Yes, it's a very historic building, the architecture is neat, I love that there's a fish aquarium there, lots of exhibits and events, but as someone who has had to use the public transit here, it's not the best to say the least. Parking is affordable, but can get fisted and it's nice that they have the free Dodger Express Shuttle. But the restrooms are abysmal, especially for the women's restroom and the men's isn't any cleaner (according to friends' first hand accounts) and there's always litter somewhere and the subtle scent of human waste, but that's the DTLA experience if anything. That's why when I was told we were going to go to Union Station for dinner (when I was in Denver), I was aghast. Completely different expectations and execution. Union Station does its job, could always be a bit better, it's just that society needs to get to that point and we need to be a bit less of a car driven (haha) ecosystem where public transit is more friendlier and easier to use. read more

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Union Station seems to be pretty busy. They now have the photo display that runs through the east and west corridor of the station. Hundreds of digitalized photo portraits posted all around. It really has liven up the place. I remember seeing them built this up in phases, whenever I was traveling through this station. Pretty sure this was done for FiFA and also for future Olympic games. Looks like they kind of fixed some things throughout the station as well. read more

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It's a very well functioning train station! there's a bus plaza, metro link, Amtrak and transit train lines! There are a few restaurants and the architecture is unparalleled. Try to take an art and architecture tour here if you can! read more

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Beautiful space with art installations in the building. They have a limited seating area and you need a Metrolink or Amtrak ticket to seat there. They have some food places (with no seats) The bathrooms are ok. Maybe because there was construction there were not clear indicators of where to go for your train. They do have a lot of personal that helped find the right track to wait for the train read more

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I was traveling with friends from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara by train, and it was fantastic to see this historical building and walk through there, it is beautiful. The security is excellent. Amtrak has good service with the Red Caps providing the trams to get you to the platform. There is even a special tram if you are in a wheelchair. It is worth the visit just to see the interior of the building! There is even an organization that have volunteers to assist mobility challenged travelers get through the station to the red cap service who get you to the train. Fun thing to do as a family without all the stress of driving or parking. Relax and take a train. read more

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Sleeper cars are fun! James was a great car attendant. Eating in your room is best if you don't want to share a table in the dining car due to it being community dining. Bring cash to tip your room attendant. Beds are comfy, rooms have a closet with towels in it. One outlet and you can control the room temp. Curtains offer privacy. You control the lighting. We take the train to LA and Reno often. read more

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Old school since 1939. Our west coast stations are a closet size compared to stations on the east coast of the country. I usually take the metro gold line and the LAX airport bus shuttle for convenience and the value. These last few weeks I have seen more security and police presence due to the upcoming World Cup events. That's a good thing as the trains were becoming homeless druggie rolling motels which were are an embarrassment to any visitors seeing this from other states and countries. read more

My review is only for the Union Station itself not including the trains. Union station is huge and beautiful. The architecture is lovely...outside and in. I love the waiting area. It has beautiful chandeliers and ceiling. A lot of art decorates the walls throughout the hallways. There are many security guards walking around checking to make sure it is safe here. There are also many employees walking around and they'll help you with directions or train schedules if needed. If you have to wait for the train for a while and you're hungry or thirsty there are some restaurants but they close pretty early. However, there is a Starbucks, wetzel pretzels, subway and a small minimart. Restroom is clean but if you see something unusual, you can report to the security, they will deal with it. read more

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lanes can be confusing for drivers and pick up, recommend to pin location so you can remember for future. Back entrance is newer and front entrance has the original facade. They have security personnel present in many places. read more

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No place to charge a phone. There's a $30 battery available in a vending machine however the app has to be downloaded first. A guard told me that if I purchased something in the bar, I can plug my phone in there. Which worked out fine. There's nowhere to sit in the station that's decent unless you're holding a current Amtrak ticket which I was. No clocks anywhere. Not even on the huge screens used for advertisement. It's dystopian but art deco and old-fashioned looking. Bathrooms are available, but they are extremely untidy. Staff are helpful. read more

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Union Station in Los Angeles is always a whirlwind, busy, loud, and full of motion, but somehow still incredibly beautiful at the same time. Walking into the original part of the building feels like stepping into a classic old movie set, with soaring ceilings, tiled floors, and that grand train station energy you do not see much anymore. Even when it feels chaotic, I find myself slowing down just to take it all in and appreciate the history baked into the walls. It is also incredibly functional with tons of connections heading in every direction, which makes it feel like the true heartbeat of the city. Add in the surprisingly convenient parking and it becomes one of those places that is both practical and genuinely impressive, even on the most hectic days. read more

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UNION STATION in Los Angeles is the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States and is often regarded as "the last of the great train stations"!! We like to park at Union Station, so we can jump on the free Dodgers Stadium Express bus to get to the stadium! We couldn't believe how easy it was when we first rode it. We would much rather use this method than parking at stadium because it saves us money and it's stress free! Lines moves fast since busses pick up every 10 minutes. They operate like a well-oiled machine! This historical landmark is iconic and grand! I always feel safe due to the amount of security here. So many transportation options from this central location too like Metro Rail/Bus/Bike Share, FlyAway (to/from LAX), Amtrak, and others. There's a convenience store, Starbucks, and a few dining options inside. And just across the street you can visit El Pueblo Historical Monument and the ever-so-popular Olvera Street for Mexican food and souvenir shopping read more

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It appears as though safety and security are an afterthought at Union Station. I had to be at Union Station as I took the Flyaway there from LAX. I did not feel safe. It appears as though Union Station has become a part of skid row. This is completely unacceptable for one of the busiest transit hubs in LA. Although the trains, buses, and light rail pass by here, I would definitely not voluntarily come here if I could avoid it. read more

Around Thanksgiving, I treated myself to a solo day trip from Union Station down to San Juan Capistrano via the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and the whole experience was fantastic! My train departed fairly early on a Saturday morning which made getting to the station smooth and stress free. I did some research ahead of my outing and learned that parking at Union Station East is cheaper than Union Station West, so of course that's where I parked. It was super easy, convenient, felt safe/secure, and had no issues. Union Station is so beautiful between the architecture, the high ceilings, the tiled floors, and the overall old-Hollywood grandeur of it all, Union Station is really a landmark and not just a transit hub. I was especially thankful for the very clear signage (because there's nothing more stressful than wondering if you're on the right track) and the public restrooms which were much appreciated after a cup of coffee on the way to the station hehe The only real downside for me was the large unhoused presence around the station. While everything felt safe and all was well during my visit, it adds a layer of reality and sadness to an otherwise lovely place. All that to say, Union Station is a wonderful optoin for an adventure and this trip reminded me how much I enjoy traveling by train! read more

I often pass through Union Station when I come to LA. I'm from San Diego, so the Amtrak goes straight here. The Flyaway shuttle service to LAX from Union Station is awesome as well. Union Station is a historic building that is aesthetically beautiful. The hallways and waiting areas still hold the splendor of a bygone era. The station connects to almost anywhere in California and beyond. There's something of a homeless presence, but hey, it's a stone's throw from downtown LA, and CA's in the midst of an ongoing housing crisis. Another perk of the station is its good assortment of food stops. Wi-Fi suggestion -- avoid paying $1.99 for an hour of Wi-Fi at Union Station by sitting in the departures lounge (near the grand piano) and using the Amtrak Wi-Fi for free. P.S. -- the Subway sandwich shop here is exceptionally clean and good. read more

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Union Station in downtown Los Angeles is one of the most beautiful buildings and it absolutely nostalgia for me. My grandfather had traveled through the union station since the 1940s. When I go here, I definitely think of him and his travels and when he would arrive and walk down to Felipe's to get a sandwich before, heading home to my grandmother, it brings me the most joy. The architecture is gorgeous Had a drink in the bar and just people watched read more

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Beautiful place, historical, fairly clean, lots of security and people working to ask for help, but so many homeless people in and around the place. Doesn't always feel safe. Don't recommend being here at night. read more

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I feel like most major cities that host a large number of tourists have a hub called Union Station. From New York to DC and then to Los Angeles, you'll find that Union Station is one of the busiest places that one could visit. However, this review focused specially on the Los Angeles location. Union Station is a commuter's go to location when it comes to getting around Southern California. Amtrak, Metrolink, Subways, Metro Lines, and Greyhound bus lines all call Union Station home. It's where many people take one of the services into Los Angeles and connect to other forms of transportation to venture around Los Angeles and to cities further away. There are a few things to do to pass time while waiting for a train etc. A small food court supplies people with snacks to curb your appetite while you wait. You could walk toward the front of the station and have a seat as you take in the beautiful architecture. Also, you could take a step outside to grab a bite to eat if you're craving something more filling. As for whether or not you'll feel safe at Union Station....well...my advice to you is to be cognizant of your surroundings. Keep an eye out for security or law enforcement in case you need to flag them down. Everyone from all walks of life comes through here and sometimes, it can be stressful. Union Station is a place that leads to many adventures. Amtrak can take you from coast to coast and you can always take Metrolink in to connect with Amtrak. You could drive in and leave your vehicle in the underground parking garage. Everything is super convenient! You'll always be on some kind of adventure at Union Station. Each experience will be different from the previous one. Nevertheless, it's always nice to visit the area as there's so much history within this building and so much to explore when you venture out into the city! read more

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Beautiful architecture, a food court and right in the heart of LA. Right across from Olvera Street. read more

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Great public transportation service with several different routes and schedules that offer a great alternate to driving! For many years, I worked in Los Angeles by Union Station. The Metro-link train saved me so much in time, mileage on my personal vehicle, got me to my destination safely, and on time. Union Station is an iconic building in the downtown Los Angeles area. It is amazing how they have successfully managed to maintain and restore its image, from the beautiful tile, furnishings, the archways, cathedral ceilings, pedestrian walkways and tunnel pathways. Union Station has been featured in many movies and TV shows. Thousands of people walk through their doors on a daily basis. Several eateries and little shops provide soft drinks, desserts, sandwiches, coffee, jewelry, and even a shoe-shine station. You can connect to: - Daily express bus to LAX airport; - Surfliner to Laguna Beach; - Amtrak to San Diego; - Redline subway to Wilshire area; - Gold line to Pasadena; - Express bus to Dodger stadium during baseball season only. Several banquet rooms and patio areas are available for private parties, which I recently attended a wine tasting event that accommodated several hundred guests. Enjoy the ride and don't forget to tell em that Rosemary sent ya!! read more

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I'm not an architectural expert but this is a beautiful building. Gorgeous wood everywhere. Soaring ceilings and a flowering courtyard. It's a mixed crowd but we felt very safe. It's worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

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Union station, the middle of all the train stations and Dtla. Parking $8/day. Right now 6/6-6/8 2025, it's free rides on any metro bus or train. Free rides!!! Just go through the gates without any tap card or needing to pay. Restrooms in the station. Lots of security and workers if you have questions. The train seats are dirty. Just beware cuz of homeless people everywhere. Very convenient if you want to drive to Dtla or anywhere without needing to worry about parking. Bus and train is very cheap. read more

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Environment was good. Service was good. Pretty cool station to chill and hang out over here pretty cool read more

Union Station - Train Stations Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been to Union Station several times over the years, and overall it's a decent transportation hub if you're trying to get around Los Angeles without driving.. One of the best options here is the LAX FlyAway Bus, which is a convenient and relatively affordable way to get to the airport.. I've used it before when traveling and it makes avoiding traffic and parking at LAX a lot easier.. I've also taken transit from here after trips to get all the way out to Rancho Cucamonga, which shows how useful this station can be for connecting to different parts of Southern California.. Just keep in mind that buses usually run every hour to hour and a half, so it's important to check the schedule ahead of time and purchase your ticket before boarding.. The station itself has been remodeled and is actually pretty nice inside... There are a few restaurants and places to grab food while you wait, along with seating areas where you can lounge until your bus or train arrives.. Outside the station, though, it's still downtown LA. Some areas around it aren't the nicest and there can be a lot of homeless people nearby, so I'd recommend staying inside the station rather than wandering too far outside... The interior is kept pretty clean and monitored, which makes it feel safer while you're waiting... Overall, it's a large transit hub and a good option if you don't have a car or want to avoid LA traffic. It's also a good place to start if you've never taken the Metro or trains in California. I actually used to come here in my teens, since we didn't drive, we'd take the Metro to Union Station and then make our way around LA for a day trip. It's not perfect, but it definitely gets the job done.. read more

Union Station is my north star when I'm in LA. Its incredibly busy as its one of the largest in the states, despite it being pretty small compared to other metropolitan cities and its safe even thoughout the night. It serves both the amtrak and local metro lines, other lines that will connect you to Long Beach, Ventura, Oceanside etc. as well as greyhound. They are going through an expansion plan and should start in a few years but they have been saying that for years. Staff is plentiful in and around the area. There's always someone to talk to and ask a question if needbe. They offer a lounge which is accessible with an upgraded ticket but from what I hear, it's not too luxurious. If you want a quiet area and avoid the headache of the general area and enjoy some free coffee, soda, tea etc. then this is the place for you. Union Station is open to the public from 4:00 am to 1:00 am daily. They offer overnight and long term parking but beware of where you park. There are east gates and west gates. East gates are only for overnight / long term. You also need to download a form so you dont get towed / fined. $8.00 is what you'll pay in the east lot, west lot you'll pay up to $16.00. They offer free shuttles to Dodger stadium on game days. Pretty lovely place. Old school architecture which brings a lot of character to the spot. read more

Recently visited Union Station to catch the Dodger Express to Dodger Stadium. Took the train from Fullerton, exited at Union Station and there were tons of signs directing you to the Dodger Express shuttle. Hopped on right away, I did not have to show anyone my Dodger ticket and was at the Center field entrance in 15 minutes. I will never drive to the stadium again! read more

Union Station is the hub for most of the train lines and commuter train lines for LA. The hallway where all the seats are at is big and was used as a film location for a few films.there is a big hall that lets you know where the trains are at. The only issue is that when it rains there can be large puddles in this hall and the restrooms are really clean but that's partly because of other issues since these do have custodian crew come and clean them up periodically. read more

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The original LAX is so full or charm! This art deco style interior as well as exterior building is one busy area. You can catch the light rails, Metro link and Amtrak. There are quick bite eateries like trauma, and Starbucks. There are ambassadors all around the station to assist you with your travels experience. I took the train to the historic Los Rios area aboard the Pacific Surfliner. This is an hour and 20 minutes ride. This was an inexpensive trip to the historic area of Los Rios. This ride is very comfortable in the plush seats. The seating area will accommodate 4 adults to area or you can sit in the two to a seat area. read more

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They need to be more neat when making the sandwiches. The veggies get mixed together and that's gross to me. They also don't look the freshest. Do better! read more

This is such a beautiful station! Reminds me of the 1920's era! This was our stop for going to Olvera street from Rancho station. There's a convenience store, Starbucks, Wetzels pretzels as you're walking thru. There's also displays that are like mini museum exhibits. I absolutely loved stopping here! read more

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I hadn't been to union station in 40 years. It was surprisingly easy to navigate and user friendly. Classic architecture in a historic building. Don't miss the chance to eat at Philippe's just a couple of blocks away and walk olvera street across the street while you are there. Metro, Metrolink, Amtrak, and city busses all operated from union station. On home game days there's even a shuttle to dodger stadium. read more

Love the decor, the building, the art, the layout of this LA landmark. The inside is amazing with art decor throughout the station. They have the old ticket counters that are no longer in service (too bad), it looks like still useable and especially in the grand hallway on the left upon enter the station. Parking can be a hassle since there is construction right infront of the station. But there are several parking lot behind and one with direct with entrance building. There are shops (used to be a lot), restaurants (used to have tons but now just fast food), rest area but big comfy chairs, and easy directions of where to go. But also the plenty of homeless too using the bathroom for changing & cleaning so it's abit dirty. There is also a piano that was played by a random person (when I was there) so great background music echoing through the station. There are also plenty of staff /security throughout the station so you can feel safe abit. Check it out if you're in the area or happens to use the metro for transportation. read more

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Our city needs better public transportation and I'm impressed by the improvements Union Station has made in recent years. There are more guards and helpers who reach out to passengers and provide assistance. There are better signage. It is a major hub so can be confusing. I'd suggest asking the staff for help to anyone with questions. In case you missed your train and have to wait for the next one, the courtyard outside the waiting room is clean and very pleasant. There's also an outdoor patio dining area in the cafe. read more

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Union station an eclectic melting pot of Southern California travelers. The interesting sights and smells may tickle your nostrils to keep a mask handy. Long ramp ways may keep the speed walkers at bay with some slower walkers taking it one step at a time. Food! Yes there's a Starbucks and Wetzel's pretzels. ATM and restrooms, seating area and grand piano for all those musicians wanting to express some talent. LA souvenirs and small cocktail bar. The station has a grand lobby with beautiful architectural design. Separate space for hosting an event or party. I have taken the train a handful of times but have never thought of this as a venue space. Indeed a new perspective. Uber pick up/drop off is right at the front entrance on the north side next to the turn out by the benches. Scooter and bike rental available in parking lot. Olvera street is right across the way. Also within walking distance is the famous Philippe's, Chinatown and Howlin Rays! read more

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