Watts Towers, Los Angeles

The Watts towers are worth a visit, however every time I've been there, the actual site has been closed. You can view for the exterior, but it sure would be fun to go inside, if they ever do open them. Don't be fooled by the posted hours, and there is no one on site to ask. The neighborhood is dangerous, right in the middle of the 'hood. The tower vicinity is patrolled but you should still keep your wits about you as you enter and exit the neighborhood as the surrounding streets are sketchy.

i like every thing in los angeles and i wanna see L..A. growing up constantly that's whay i want whoever i sresponsible in this county to build the best buildings and develope this city as much as they can . thank you

That is a very dangerous neighborhood and one should be careful when embarking on that trip

This is a true testimony to the streets of LA. Built by a local and has withstood riots, earthquakes and God know what else. Not in the best neighborhood, so only go during the day. Well worth it.

I've been to the Watts Towers on more than once occasion, and they are always a wonderful experience. While they appear from a distance as if they're only steel structures, when you get up close and personal they are bedecked with colored stones, glass, tiles, pieces of soda bottles from earlier decades. A most amazing use of materials. There is a patio area where you can sit and observe the towers, also decorated with tiles and stones and plaster. Bring your camera. Sometimes there are celebrations going on nearby. While the city itself is notorious for having the potential to be dangerous, the Towers appear to be a safe haven for a tourist and I would encourage anyone of any color to experience them. It our era of corporations, zoning committees, and declining civil liberties, something like this would be impossible to build today.

This is one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in America. Have fun but be careful. Keep your doors locked while driving through the area.

i like every thing it's crazy up that hood watts is the loudest thats why its called watts. watts is very crazy in the weekends we have parties and it goes down

I AM FROM WATTS I WAS RAISED IN THAT NEIGHBORHOOD THEY ARE LOCATED IN 107TH ST AND I LIVED IN 109 ST. NOT A GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD TO VISIT

I've visited many places all over the world, and this is one of the highlights. Astounding to think it could have been created by one man with a vision. Did he use scaffolding? The only comparison I can think of is the buildings of Antoni Gaudi in Barcelona. Much the same sort of concept, but of course Gaudi used teams of builders and craftsmen.

there's nothing I can say I disliked about it at all. I liked the story behind the towers and how it was made by things that were donated by local friends and eveb strangers.