Why you should visit the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles…
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If you are looking for a cultural experience while in Los Angeles, the Walt Disney Concert Hall is a must-see. Designed by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry, this concert hall is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and offers stunning architecture and acoustics.
Keep scrolling for all the information you need to know before visiting the Walt Disney Concert Hall…
What is the Walt Disney Concert Hall?
The Walt Disney Concert Hall is an iconic performing arts venue in Downtown Los Angeles. The hall is considered to be one of the most acoustically sophisticated concert halls in the world. It is also one of the busiest venues in Los Angeles, hosting more than 400 events each year.
Designed by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry, the hall itself is a work of art and features a unique, wave-like exterior. Inside, the concert hall is just as impressive with its soaring ceilings and acoustically perfect auditorium.
The building opened in 2003 and cost an estimated $274 million to build. The hall is named after Walt Disney who’s widow Lillian Disney made a large donation towards its construction. The music venue was built as a gift to the city of Los Angeles and a tribute to Walt Disney’s devotion to the city and its art scene.
What can you see at the Walt Disney Concert Hall?
The concert hall is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic – one of the world’s leading orchestras – and the Los Angeles Master Chorale. It also hosts a variety of other events throughout the year, showcasing the very best in classical music, contemporary music, world music and jazz.
You can check what’s going on during your upcoming trip here.
How can I get to the Walt Disney Concert Hall from Freehand Los Angeles?
The Walt Disney Concert Hall located at 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
If you’re planning on attending an event at the Walt Disney Concert Hall during your stay at Freehand Los Angeles, here are the different options on how to get there:
- Taxi (approx. 5 minutes)
- Walk (approx. 21 minutes)
- Metro (approx. 13 minutes): Walk from Freehand to Olive/ 8th – 5383, take the 14 North to Beverly Center and ride approx. 8 minutes to 1st/ Hope – 70500013. Walk approx. 4 minutes to reach the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
- Bus (approx. 15 minutes): Walk from Freehand Los Angeles to Olive/ 7th Station (approx. 4 minutes), catch the Dash-B and ride approx. 16 minutes to Grand Ave & 1st St. Walk approx. 3 minutes to Walt Disney Concert Hall.
