What would a day out in the Arts District be without art? And we’re not just talking about the kind you hang on a wall. Begin the day at Smorgasburg, an open-air food market where chefs from across the city bring their A-game. Next head to Propaganda Wine Bar, and sip on carefully selected vino straight from Italy. Finally, end the day at Hauser & Wirth, an art gallery featuring some of the best emerging artists in LA.
Smorgasburg
📍 777 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Smorgasburg LA is a vibrant open-air market that brings together talented chefs from across the city to showcase their signature dishes. Located in a spacious parking lot on Alameda, this Downtown market offers a wide variety of vendors, allowing you to stroll from stall to stall, grabbing delicious bites and exploring unique creations by local artists. Come prepared with cash and an appetite.
Know Before You Go
✔ They have signs that direct you to a parking structure where you get 2 hours free.
✔ Only open 10am – 4pm on Sundays.
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Propaganda Wine Bar
📍 950 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Once you’ve grabbed a few snacks, head over to Propaganda Wine Bar, where you can indulge in a curated selection of naturally made Italian wines paired with delectable cheese, salumi, and snacks. The standout on their menu is the pinsa Romana, a lighter and lower-carb alternative to traditional pizza. Enjoy the added convenience of two hours of free parking validation in the Aliso Apartments parking structure, a rarity in downtown LA, and make sure to take advantage of their affordable happy hour, featuring wines starting from just $8 per glass.
Know Before You Go
✔ Grab a reservation on their website.
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Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery
📍 901 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
A short walk away is Hauser & Wirth, a formidable presence in the Los Angele art scene. Its sprawling venue used to be a flour mill, and the gallery exhibits a diverse range of artwork from both established and emerging artists.
✔ Check out their website to see what exhibits are on display.
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