The Broadway landmark is beautiful and atmospheric, but maybe the the most fascinating thing about it is the people who have been associated with it since 1893. A number of them have gone the extra mile to ensure the Bradbury survives and thrives for future generations, and it gives us hope to explore these stories of hard work, love and faith.

I recently took a dive down the Bradbury Building rabbit hole. The Bradbury Building supposedly is the oldest commercial building in the Downtown Los Angeles which opened in 1893. The building is a popular tourist attraction. The Bradbury Building is also an iconic and popular building appearing in an abundant amount of movies and tv shows.

Be aware... as of 10/30/20, the building interior is closed to the public due to COVID-19. So if you are making the trip downtown to see inside, realize Google maps is wrong saying it’s open.Otherwise a beautiful example of architecture that was featured in Blade Runner.

I would recommend booking a guided visit to have an idea about the history as it is interesting location and great location for photoshoot️

This place has a special energy... more than 100 years, it has amazed people with a whimsical architecture of man’s creation. Come there and listen to a gorgeous symphony of glazed brick, gorgeous marble, ornamental cast iron, and polished wood. Enjoy the beauty!

This is the most fun i ever had with my clothes on. Also there is a sign explicitly stating no adults unless accompanied by children. Enjoy at your own risk.

For the fans of Blade Runner, it’s a must see! It was the set for many scenes for the film on this old building that has a unique architecture. Although, you cannot walk all over the building because it still works and people still use it. But if you’re visiting Downtown LA, it’s definitely a place you have to walk in. It’s also free if you’re wondering.

The actual work once the team came was great. They were thorough, performed the work requested (pulled weeds with no chemicals), cleaned up and followed up with me once the job was done.

A must-visit in Downtown LA! It was so nice that we were able to visit this historic landmark. First saw this in the movie “500 Days of Summer). Love the vibe inside! We were only allowed to take photos at the stairs up to the first landing.

A historical building with nice architecture. It’s decorated with holiday reeves and lights. It’s very close to grand central market.You are not allowed to take photos with dslr cameras. The upper levels are restricted.

Speechless about this landmark and its architecture. I wish they had tours! Amazing to watch the old elevator taking tenants up and down, all the tile details and beautiful wood and metal work composing this unforgettable place. Very interesting history behind it and definitely worth the visit!

Pop in & you’ll spot the locations of plenty of films shot here. Nice to just amble in for a few moments

It is a hidden gem in the middle of a busy road. Cross the street from the food market and here you will find a breath-taking interior. There isnt really that much to do, as you cant go further than the ground floor, but if you like historic buildings, just make a small stop here.

If youre in this part of DTLA, be sure to take a minute to step into the Bradbury building. Made famous by the original Blade Runner, this space is fantastic. Mechanical geeks will love the elevators.

I never realized that the iconic building from the science fiction film Blade Runner was located on Skid Row.

I love Bladerunner, so I had to visit this building. Even if I hadnt seen it, I would want to because this architecture is mind blowing. Youre able to climb one set of stairs and get a better view, but I think the best angles were from the base. Its across the street from the Grand Central Market and a lovely little stop.

Its cool to check out if you are in the area, but dont go out of your way to see this place by itself. You can only see from the first floor. It is pretty cool though. Market is across the street and the last bookstore is nearby

Pretty cool old building in an interesting architectural style. I want able to see anything other than the ground floor as the rest was closed off to visitors. Across the road from the central market so easy to just pop in and have a look while youre there.

Absolutely worth a visit is you love architecture and/or history. You might not be able to explore very far up into the building as the stairways may be roped off but what is still available for viewing is spectacular. Its also not an insanely busy (tourist) spot and the traffic that does come in, comes in - takes their pic and leaves... So youll find yourself by yourself if your patient.

If you push the heavy door, you’ll see something beautiful inside. Great architecture. Tourists has limited access so you cannot use the elevator. It’s worth visiting.

Super stunning building! Wish I could explore more but understand that this place is actually still in use! Such an amazing blade runner flashback. Wait until someone operates one of the elevators, super cool!

This is a great building in Los Angeles (must see if you liked the original Blade Runner movie)

This was by far my favorite building I visited while in LA. The architecture is absolutely stunning. It is easily located and not overcrowded. The staircases alone were so beautiful I could have stayed all day just to observe every inch of the place. I would definitely like to go back and spend more time here.

Ive Never Been Here Before, Hell Ive Never Been To Los Angeles Before . Im Rating This Place Five Stars Because It Was One Of The Filming Locations In The 1986 Charles Bronson Movie Murphys Law

Gorgeous place to be, loved the decor. Must come back again.

The Bradbury Building apparently is the oldest commercial building in the Downtown Los Angeles which opened in 1893. It’s famous for being one of the locations of the original Bladerunner movie and now works as an office building. Highly recommend popping in for a second if you’re in the area and have never seen it!

Amazing to see a historic building in l.a. so little of real history here.

Looks nice but you can’t go pretty much anywhere but the lobby hallway

Definitely a building to check out if you’re a fan of Blade Runner. Felt surreal being here.

Ive had the Bradbury Building bookmarked for years and we finally got to stop in yesterday. This is one of those historic places in Downtown L.A. that has been featured in several films over the years, namely Blade Runner. Theres even an informational plaque about it on one of the walls in the lobby. However, I dont remember the Bradbury from that movie. I remember it from 500 Days of Summer, one of my favorite films starring Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Leavitt. Anyhoooo, the Bradbury Building is a National Historic Landmark Building and you can feel how special it is when you enter. The patterned tile floor, the wrought-iron elevators, and the gorgeous skylight make you realize why this site is a treasure. While its free to see, visitors can only go as far as the first floor landing, but it is still a worthwhile trip to make and Im happy that we finally did.

Definitely a place for movie buffs. Only the first floor is available to the public but you get great views.

A beautiful historic building in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Known for being part of famous movies (500 days of summer) and music video (Justine Timberlake). The area you allowed to reach is very limited (only the first floor and few stairs).

Blade Runner building!! Home of JF Sebastian. You can visit the entire hall and upstairs some steps until a restricted area. Awesome and chicken skin building, an incredible and unbelieveable place to visit if you are an extreme fan of the Ridleys movie like me!! Go inside and look at these masterpiece of world culture. The building inside is perfectly good job of conservation and restauration. In my imagination I was saw Deckard running upstairs :)

Beautiful building that anyone can appreciate. Access only to lobby. You can see all the way to the atrium roof and get good pics of the iron gate elevators. Good public parking in the same block. Bladerunner!!

One of a very very few meticulously preseved historic buildings in LA. Polished brick, craftsman cut wood trim, brass slot head screws. Atrium glass roof. The crown jewel is the 2 birdcage elevators.

Only the most excellent interior space in all of LA. An architectural gem worth seeing whenever you happen to be down town. Blade Runner fans will no doubt appreciate this incredible example is Victorian wrought iron architecture.

Amazing historic building. Must see!

Historic architecture with this quiet downtown spot. Films such as Wolf, 500 Days of Summer, and others have used this landmark for th their location. Fair warning, you cant wander beyond floor one, since their our actual businesses their. However if you are looking for great architectural photos, this is the place.

Building looks average on the outside but the moment you enter its just amazing. the architecture and design. i dont know exactly what it was but pretty impressive.

Beautiful building near Central Market- great instagram moments extremely intricate detailing and amazing architecture.

Beautiful but you can only go through a limited area. Because people actually work there.

The old bldg style. I love old historical architecture.

Blade Runner fans will recognize this building. It is so cool to see such an iconic deco building. They dont build them like this anymore. You are limited to whre you can go because the building has tenants. You cannot ride the elevator which I wish you could. Old elevators with operators are cool. This place is a gem. You coud easily walk past on the outside since its a bit subtle.

I mean its a building thats pretty neat. Take a few cool pics then go eat at the subway inside

Cool building with nice architecture and colors.

Beautiful building. Pristine inside, friendly staff even though can only see a small portion as a tourist. Great for film needs who want to see a historic location, fans of architecture, or anyone who wants to see something cool!

Amazing!! Im a big Blade Runner fan, so always wanted to visit the Bradbury building which is the home of JF Sebastian in the movie. Well the movie is very darkly lit, so very little of the buildings beauty is seen. Its an impressive mix of materials, marble, wrought iron, glass, wood, and 2 kinds of brick. If youre there on a sunny day watch how the sunlight shines through the translucent marble on the stairwell landings. It is free and open to the public 9-5.

Super cool place with amazing architecture. Geeked out as they shot blade runner and 500 days of summer here.

Gorgeous and historic landmark built in 19th Century with detailed architectural attention. Also, known for having been a filming location. One of, if not the coolest buildings in LA.

Such a historic and beautiful building. Highly recommend a stop here!

A must see for architectural fans in downtown LA. Beautiful

Beautifully colored and cared for wood designs. The intricate woodwork is yet to be mastered anywhere else. The lighting makes it a natural wonder.

It is one of the historic buildings of Los Angeles, thanks to its particular geometries was chosen to shoot scenes from the film Blade runner of 1982. The entrance is almost anonymous and passing in the area you will not notice. The visit is free and short, they are 3 floors with many stairs, there is little to see but for those who have seen the film is a must!

Beautifully maintained, very cool to see the Blade Runner building. There are specific hours and only a certain amount of the building youre allowed into since there are business offices that occupy the building. Highly recommended.

A visual extravaganza. Filled with beauty and history. Very much reccomend for the architecture nerd as well as the celluloid geek and a manually operated elevator to boot. Self guided and near so many downtown LA landmarks. Its way too crowded to drive so do that major LA sin and walk. Be aware that the neighborhood is in transition and if you are unable to deal with a bit of urban grit please find other entrainment.

WONDERFUL PLACE! I learned its history throughout every corner in this building!

Pretty building, cant really do anything but enjoy the view. Worth the look.

Built in 1893 but looks better than my friends 3 year old house.

A can’t miss hidden gem for all Blade Runner (1982) fans. The classic chasing scene was filmed in this building.

This historical landmark is worth every penny to stop at! The metal work is beyond compare and the views from the ground leave you awed!The only downside is that you can only go to the first floor as it is blocked to visitors beyond that

Nice place.. It is a place where you can stop the time and go back to the past. I recommend it. You will feel good.

Historical landmark and the architecture and design of the inside is amazing.Came out in the movie Bladerunner another classic

A historical building has beautiful and special view.

A MUST SEE if youre in Downtown Los Angeles. So many movies have (and will be) filmed here. Its free to take pictures from the downstairs lobby.If you go and visit this iconic building youll be glad you did.

Interesting and familiar architecture. Stop by, take it in and snap a few pictures, youll be glad you did. A short stop for DTLA site seeing.

Amazing brick and wrought iron architecture. Very well preserved.

Beautiful building. Most see if your down town visiting the market. Also where they filmed the old bladerunner scenes!

Check for the timings before you go... a very unique architecture building.. this place was shot in movie blade runner.

It has changed a great deal since my last visit ten years ago. They even shorten the Biddy Mason exhibit.

Such a cool spot. Very well kept, clean, and great spot for a photo op.

Ok, kinda nerdy, but ita worth a quick stop for a selfie and to mingle with the other Blade Runner fans in this architectural gem!

Historic landmark - worth seeing when grabbing lunch at Grand Central Market

Interesting place to visit. Charming architecture and details.Visitors are allowed to explore only first floor

It is a cool building to visit. No photography shoots are allowed inside. It has a one of a kind design. Definitely worth a trip.

Very cool building, however, limited on where you can go due to actual residents living there.

Very nice spot to see and take pictures of. History is awesome which makes it a very unique place. Remind me of the Titanic (the movie). Although people who are visiting cannot go all the way up the stairs the first floor already says how much this place is a piece of California.

Your taken back in time the moment you enter the space. Unbelievable details.

Beautiful landmark in Downtown Los Angeles. Its a must to visit

Was beautiful, not allowed past 1st floor kind of. Great memory to have though, especially if you like Blade Runner

Love this building. The way the sunlight shines inside, the iron work, the elevator, the brick and the overall feel is much different from any building constructed today. Im not sure if its getting extra attention now because there were a few more people visiting than usual. Worth a stop if youre in downtown.

Amazing architecture lies inside this building!The story of how the building came to be built is just as interesting!

The Bradbury building is a must-see for anyone visiting Downtown LA. Conveniently located right across from Grand Central Market, you have no reason not to walk into one of LAs oldest and most beautiful buildings. Fans of Blade Runner, 500 Days of Summer, and Justin Timberlakes Say Something will get an extra kick our of visiting.

Cool landmark I took my kids.... very nice architecture and deco!

We sadly cant use the old elevators to go upstairs because its only for the workers. The building itself is just absolutely amazing I havent seen anything like this in LA. Its a must see landmark if youve never been you need to go. Though it is very small and you need to be quiet it is something those who are interested in architectural historic buildings you should go and then right across the way is the grand central market. It has bomb food.

This is one the coolest buildings. The outside is nondescript but the inside is amazing.

Its free to go inside. You can only go in the lobby but its definitely worth it. The architecture is very unique and very nice to look at! Its also close to the theaters on Broadway and to Angels Flight!

I stumbled into this beautiful building purely by chance, and I was pleasantly surprised to find out the movie Blade Runner was shot here. If you are in the neighborhood, do visit.

Very nice old building. On the inside

Historic building, love the vibe of the building. Also, if you watched BladeRunner 2019, you might recognize this building

A must see historical landmark. Food at the Grand cental market across the street is very convenient

Nice place to visit and take pictures.

The architecture of the building is simply incredible and stunning. The place is easy to locate and the best part is , it is not overcrowded. Every inch of the building is stunning and worth watching.

Super neat craftmanship

Such a beautiful building. The details are amazing.

Historical building of LA nice design and quiet please dont disturb the residents of the building

Also a very unique building. Built in the 1800s, it boasts highly detailed railings and architecture, plus a hand operated elevator. Even today, it is still actually a fully functional office building!

Awesome lobby that was featured in Bladerunner. If you find yourself in downtown L.A. check it out.

The classic building of downtown LA. Seen in the original Blladerunner and many classic noir films. A must see for any fan of architecture.

The building is beautiful. But, the access to it is so limited its hard to appreciate the whole work. Public can access the lobby and up to the first landing of the stair case only. I can, however, understand this limitation since there are working tenants in the building and the public just cant be trusted to take care of historical sites anymore.

Its free! :) but you cant go up the stairs. I would budget no more than 15 minutes for the visit.