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Enjoy Summer in Los Angeles!
Say hello to Summer! With bright, sunny skies, it’s one of the best times to explore everything Los Angeles has to offer. From beaches to cultural landmarks and outdoor concerts, there's something for everyone and LADOT is here to help you get to your summer destinations.
Our DASH buses provide convenient, free, and reliable transportation throughout the city. With over 30 neighborhood routes —including Downtown LA, Los Feliz/Observatory, and Hollywood—that connect riders to local attractions like Grand Central Market, the Observatory, and the Walk of Fame, this service makes exploring different parts of the city straightforward and stress-free.
For flexible, on-demand transportation, try our LAnow service. LAnow offers shared rides within Palms, Mar Vista, Venice, and Del Rey, making it easy to get from your door to the beach.
And let’s not forget the Metro Bike Share program offers an eco-friendly and active way to travel around the city. With bike stations conveniently located throughout Los Angeles, you can easily rent a bike and explore landmarks such as Echo Park Lake or the Venice Canals.
At LADOT, our mission is to make your travels as smooth and enjoyable as possible, to set you on your summer adventures, efficiently and comfortably. Grab your sunscreen, map out your routes, and let LADOT be your guide to a memorable summer!
Construction Begins on Roscoe Blvd Bus Only Lanes
LADOT has begun construction in the San Fernando Valley for Bus Only lanes on Roscoe Blvd. The new lanes are part of Metro's North San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor and will increase connectivity by adding 22 miles of peak-hour bus lanes that extend from Topanga Canyon Blvd in the west to Coldwater Canyon in the east, with a brief gap near the I-405 ramps. The lanes will operate during the morning and afternoon peak hours with up to 82 bus bulbs at key locations to improve speed and reliability.
This project will also bring additional quality-of-life improvements that will improve the rider experience such as 400 new bus shelters throughout the San Fernando Valley, with more significant upgrades at 5 key transfer locations: Roscoe/Reseda, Nordhoff/Lindley, Roscoe/Van Nuys, Nordhoff/Van Nuys, Cal State Northridge University Transit Center. The project will also add transit signal priority on seven corridors to reduce any delay for buses at intersections.
The Roscoe Blvd Bus Only Lanes represent a significant step towards achieving the goal of a faster, reliable, and sustainable bus service for the community. Thanks to this improved transit reliability, riders will be able to better access critical amenities such as education, employment, and medical services.
CicLAvia Rides Through South LA
On Sunday, June 23rd, Angelenos celebrated the first weekend of summer with a day of biking, skating, running, and walking at CicLAvia Western Ave! This popular event closes streets to car traffic and opens them up for a day of recreation and community. Sunday’s route stretched across South LA from Exposition to Century Boulevard for five miles of sunshine and smiles. Thanks to our Traffic Officers and Special Operations Teams for their hard work making sure this and every CicLAvia runs smoothly!
Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 18th when CicLAvia returns to Hollywood! Visit ciclavia.org to learn more.
Benedict Canyon Drive Re-Opens to Vehicle Traffic
After four months of closures, LADOT is pleased to share that Benedict Canyon is now open for vehicle traffic. Earlier this year, heavy rainfall caused serious erosion, leading to the closure of the street for safety. Thanks to the diligent efforts of the Bureau of Engineering, the necessary repairs are complete, and the street is safe for travel again.
During the closure, LADOT worked to ensure the roads were safely closed and that clear redirection was in place to minimize inconvenience. We appreciate your patience during the closure and are happy to welcome you back to a safe and improved Benedict Canyon.
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Transportation Photos of the Week
Photos from CicLAvia South LA - Western Ave on June 23rd, 2024