Sure, riding Metro saves you from the stress of traffic, reduces your environmental impact and lowers your monthly transportation costs – but did you know it also entitles you to a bunch of great deals around L.A.? That’s what Destination Discounts is all about – and The Source is here to make sure you don’t miss out. Every week we’ll highlight our favorite deals from Metro’s local partners – destinations, sporting events, concerts, museums, theme parks, shops and more – and provide all the info you need to take advantage of these offers.
This week in Museums:
- Get $2 off admission to LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes in Downtown LA
- Save $2 at Japanese American National Museum
This week in Sports:
This week in Family Friendly:
This week in Dining:
- Save 10% at Chado Tea Room
- Don’t forget to check out the other participating restaurants offering discounts to Metro riders in our Destination Discounts Dining Map.
Mark your calendars for these upcoming Destination Discount promotions:
- May 7: Get a Discount at Union Bagel on National Train Day
- May 12: Save $10 on East West Players KRUNK FU BATTLE BATTLE
- May 13: Receive 10% Off At Pasadena Marathon Store
Details after the jump.
Museums
Get $2 off admission to LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes in Downtown LA
Discover LA’s rich historical roots as LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes (LA Plaza) opens April 16 in Downtown LA. Adjacent to the Olvera Street marketplace and El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument where LA was founded in 1781, the Mexican American cultural center is housed within the newly renovated Vickrey-Brunswig Building and Plaza House on Main Street.
Dates: Ongoing.
Discount: $2 off adult admission.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro rail ticket or TAP card.
Where: 501 N Main St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Union Station, Gold Line Union Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Spring/Cesar Chavez (70, 71, 76, 78/79/378, 83, 84/68, 96, 728, 770)
Save $2 at Japanese American National Museum
Explore diversity and American democracy at the Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo, located right off the Metro Gold Line Little Tokyo Station. The museum features colorful cultural and historical exhibitions, innovative programs, and an award-winning Museum Store.
Dates: Ongoing.
Discount: $2 off adult admission.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro rail ticket or TAP card.
Where: 369 East 1st St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Little Tokyo/Arts District Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Judge John Aiso/1st (30, 40/42)
Sports
Receive Free Evaluation and 2 Weeks of Classes, 15% Off Gear at Xtreme Martial Arts
XMA martial arts classes form the foundation for life skills and leadership training programs. Unlike any other martial arts program, XMA is a non-violent, no-contact format where students progress through a White to Black Belt curriculum.
Dates: Ongoing
Discount: Free evaluation and two weeks of free XMA classes as well as 15% off gear.
Restrictions: Discount applies to new students only.
How to get it: Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card.
Where: 5140 Lankershim Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line North Hollywood Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Orange Line North Hollywood Station, Magnolia/Lankershim (152/353, 156/656, 183, 224)
Family Friendly
Save $5 at Madame Tussauds Hollywood
Check out the new Lady Gaga figure! Gaga wears an Alex Noble lace body stocking and Philip Treacy face mask topped off with Marie Antoinette style ‘fro. As seen at The Brit Awards 2010.
Dates: Ongoing
Discount: $5 off admission
Restrictions: Discount on up to six (6) total regular same day adult/child admission. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Management reserves all rights.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the Madame Tussauds Hollywood Box Office.
Where: 6933 Hollywood Blvd.
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Highland (212/312, 222, 217, 780, 156/656)
Dining
Save 10% at Chado Tea Room
Located in the heart of Little Tokyo, Chado Tea Room offers more than 300 different types of specialty teas.
Dates: Ongoing.
Discount: 10% discount.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro rail ticket or TAP card to the cashier.
Where: 100 N. Central Ave.
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Little Tokyo/Arts District Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Judge John Aiso/1st (30, 40/42)
Categories: Destination Discounts, Metro Lifestyle