Downtown LA is the urban center of the city, with better walkability, transit, and a little more energy compared to the rest of the car-centric county. I spent the day exploring DTLA to see what it's like today, from its parks, landmarks, safety, and cultural hotspots. Welcome to the city life, away from the Pacific! Hit that like button - why? Because it's FREE and ily. this downtown LA neighborhood is getting a makeover: https://youtu.be/Rw0VkM041Rw?si=TWED-xD5mjbpuqS2 Is LA lonely? https://youtu.be/-vRuWkIpBm0 Follow me on IG https://instagram.com/michaelmartello_ My camera equipment: https://www.amazon.com/shop/michaelmartello/list/21A8K86Y7QWOG?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfmichaelmartello FTC disclaimer: I may receive commission through using my Amazon store link. ____________________ #losangeles #california #dtlaevents tags: DTLA, downtown LA, los angeles, what is los angeles like, los angeles 2024, moving to Los Angeles 00:00 driving to DTLA 1:48 welcome to DTLA 2:35 pershing square (or district 12?) 4:18 walkability & safety 5:31 angel’s flight & walt disney concert hall 7:06 grand park (where is everyone?) 8:19 grand central market/last bookstore 9:15 little tokyo 10:23 arts district/homelessness 11:39 sunset hour/final thoughts on DTLA