Angels Flight Railway

Angels Flight is a landmark funicular railway in downtown Los Angeles’ Bunker Hill district. Originally opened in 1901 by Colonel J.W. Eddy, a Civil War veteran and friend of Abraham Lincoln, it was built to transport residents between the steep hilltop and the flatlands below. Over the years, Angels Flight has carried more than 100 million passengers. After closing in 1969 due to urban redevelopment, the railway was stored for 27 years before reopening at a new location in 1996. A fatal accident in 2001 led to another prolonged closure, and after safety upgrades the railway finally reopened in 2017. Today, its two counterbalanced cars—named Sinai and Olivet—provide a short, one-minute ride for visitors and commuters alike.

What to do there.
Visitors can ride the historic funicular for a brief but scenic journey between Hill Street and California Plaza, enjoy views of downtown Los Angeles and nearby landmarks such as Grand Central Market, and explore the surrounding historic Bunker Hill area.

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