The Best of Los Angeles
Make the most of your visit with our carefully curated ideas. Watch for exclusive deals courtesy of our Metrolink partners – just show your Metrolink ticket. Enjoy like a tourist. Act like a local.
Your gateway to LA adventure is the iconic Union Station. From here, walk or take LA Metro to see and savor the sights of this world-famous city. Bonus: Use your Metrolink ticket for connecting rides on the LA Metro.
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Orange County Line
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Inland Empire-Orange County Line
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91/Perris Valley Line
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San Bernardino Line
Day Trips
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Fun Things to Do
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From station: 14 minutes via LADOT DASH Lincoln Heights/Chinatown bus (service runs every 30 min on weekends).
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From station: 5 minute walk
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From station: 10 minute walk or take LA Metro Gold Line one stop
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From station: Two stops on the LA Metro Red Line to Hollywood & Highland
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From station: 5 minute walk
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From station: Take the LA Metro Red or Purple Line to Civic Center Station
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From station: Take the LA Metro Red or Purple Line to Pershing Square
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From station: Two stops on the LA Metro Red Line to Hollywood & Highland
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From station: Two stops on the LA Metro Red Line to Hollywood & Highland
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Great Places to Eat & Drink
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From station: 5 minute walk
Deal: 10% off your food purchase
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From station: 10 minute walk or take the LA Metro Gold Line
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From station: In the station.
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Deal: 10% off food (not whole pies)
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From station: 5 minute walk
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From station: 10 minute walk
How to Get There
Everything you need to know, including train schedules and tips on buying tickets and riding Metrolink trains. Easy!
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Connections
From Orange County, Metrolink takes you to LA Union Station. From there, you can travel all over LA – Chinatown, Hollywood, even Pasadena and Burbank—via the LA Metro subway or bus systems. Your Metrolink ticket gives you free access to these LA Metro systems including LADOT DASH.
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Good to Know Before You Go
- Driving in Los Angeles is difficult, and parking is expensive. Take the train.
- Union Station is a great place to meet friends traveling from other areas to join you for your daycation.
- Be sure to check the last train departure time for your ride home