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About Angels Flight Railway

Address

South Hill Street, 351
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Opening hours

  • Monday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Thursday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM
Local time

Best time to visit

Visit in the morning or after sunset year-round for shorter waits, cooler weather, and classic Downtown Los Angeles views.

Crowd level

With 3,628 Google ratings, Angels Flight Railway is popular but often quick to board; arrive at opening around 6:45 AM for the quietest ride.

Directions

Angels Flight Railway is in Downtown Los Angeles at 351 S Hill St, between Hill Street and California Plaza.

Angels Flight Railway is a historic funicular in Downtown Los Angeles, first built in 1901 and celebrated as the world’s shortest railway. Its two cars travel a 298-foot incline, linking Hill Street with the higher level of California Plaza. Though the ride lasts less than two minutes, it preserves a rare piece of early urban transit history and reflects the city’s growth in the early 20th century. The railway remains culturally significant as an icon of old Los Angeles, admired for its vintage character, practical hillside connection, and memorable downtown setting. Today, Angels Flight Railway stands out as both a functioning transport link and a beloved landmark in the city center.

Before you enter

  • Check the daily operating hours before heading out; Angels Flight Railway typically runs from early morning until 10 PM.
  • Bring a card payment option, as recent visitors report cards are accepted.
  • Pair your visit with nearby Downtown Los Angeles sights, since the ride itself is very short.
  • Visit early in the day if you want quieter photos of the cars and station areas.

What to expect

  • Expect a very short ride, usually under two minutes from one end to the other.
  • You’ll ride in one of two vintage-style funicular cars on a steep 298-foot incline.
  • The experience is more about history and charm than distance or duration.
  • At the top, you’ll get a pleasant elevated view of the surrounding downtown area.

During your visit

  • Stand ready with your camera; the ride is brief and photo opportunities pass quickly.
  • Try riding once in daylight and once after dark for two different Los Angeles atmospheres.
  • Be mindful of other riders in the compact car interior.
  • Take a moment at both ends to appreciate the preserved historic design details.

FAQ about Angels Flight Railway

Angels Flight Railway is located in Los Angeles, surrounded by many other great sights.

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