One Day Cultural Immersion in Bell, California

• 9:00am - Visit the Bell Historical Society Museum showcasing the history of the city and the surrounding areas with artifacts and interactive exhibits. See how life used to be in Bell through the ages.
• 11:00am - Head to the Los Angeles River Center and Gardens, where you can take a leisurely walk around the beautiful gardens and learn about their conservation efforts of the Los Angeles River. The Center also hosts art exhibits and other cultural events throughout the year.
• 1:00pm - Satisfy your appetite with a Mexican-inspired meal at Moles La Tia, with dishes that hail from the Oaxaca region of Mexico. Try their homemade mole and tamales for a flavor explosion.
• 3:00pm - Step back in time at The Downey History Center. See original artifacts, memorabilia and photographs from the early settlers of the city down to the present. A museum curator is on hand to answer any questions and provide more insight.
• 5:00pm - End the day at the The Bicycle Casino for some games of chance or watch champions play poker in the heart of Bell. The Club showcases gaming tables, an extensive area for tournaments, and frequent high stakes games.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Bell Historical Society Museum (1 hour, Free)
• Los Angeles River Center and Gardens (2 hours, Free)
• Moles La Tia (1 hour, $10-$20)
• The Downey History Center (2 hours, Free)
• The Bicycle Casino (1-3 hours, varies)

Total Estimated Costs: $10-$20 (excluding casino)

Transportation

To get around Bell, you can rent a car, use ride-sharing services, and use public transportation options such as buses and trains. Taxis are also available but can be costly. Estimated travel costs depend on the mode of transportation chosen, with car rentals averaging $35 to $75 per day and ride-sharing services averaging between $10 to $20 per trip.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting some of the other museums and galleries in the surrounding cities of South Gate and Huntington Park. Don't forget to bring comfortable walking shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Airports

The nearest airport to Bell, California is the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) located approximately 14 miles southwest of Bell. Other nearby airports include the Long Beach Airport (LGB) and the John Wayne Airport (SNA).