Echo Park Lake began as an 1868 reservoir, became a city park in the 1890s and sits beside Angelus Temple, opened in 1923.
Echo Park Lake began as a reservoir in 1868 and was landscaped as a city park from 1892. Angelus Temple, which Aimee Semple McPherson opened in 1923, stands near the lake, and the Victorian houses of Angelino Heights are a short walk southeast. Use the linked sources to go beyond the brief timeline, then choose a local shop or restaurant for the rest of the visit.
Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.
Quarter Sheets is a pizza parlor from chef-owners Aaron Lindell and Hannah Ziskin, with full-service dining and a take-out window for whole pizzas, slices and dessert to go. Reservations are taken through Resy with…
Tsubaki is a modern izakaya with Japanese roots, built around a Japanese charcoal grill and creative seasonal specials, from yakitori and other grilled skewers to crudo, tempura, braised dishes, rice and noodles. Its…
Cultural stops in Echo Park
Museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Check opening days before setting out.
Club Bahia is a Latin nightclub on Sunset Boulevard founded in 1974, presenting live Latin music, dinner and dancing with salsa orchestras, bachata and reggaeton nights. Its kitchen and bar draw from the Caribbean and…
Echoplex is a live music venue that operates alongside The Echo in Echo Park, with its own separate entrance. According to the venue, the two rooms have presented music since 2001, booking local music events, dance…
Lost Hills is a salon and gallery offering cuts and styling tailored to each client's individual expression, with appointments booked online with individual stylists. The space also features a selection of artist works…
The Echo is a live music venue in Echo Park that, with the adjoining Echoplex, has presented music since 2001. The venues book local music events, dance nights and a wide range of touring acts, with an adventurous…
Historic places in Echo Park
National Register of Historic Places listings in the city, from Wikidata. Many are private property; view them from the street unless a site says it is open.
