Olvera Street
4.6$· InexpensiveExperience vibrant Mexican culture, historic sites, and food in downtown LA
Olvera Street is a historic Mexican marketplace located within El Pueblo de Los Ángeles Historical Monument in downtown Los Angeles. Visitors can explore colorful outdoor stalls selling traditional handicrafts, taste iconic eats like taquitos at Cielito Lindo, and tour historic landmarks such as the Avila Adobe. The pedestrian plaza offers a lively celebration of Mexican-American heritage located just steps from Union Station.
History
Olvera Street is part of El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument where the city was founded in 1781. This historic district has preserved the early structures and essence of the original pueblo, with Olvera Street itself restored in 1930 to celebrate the city's Mexican heritage.
Expert notes
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as you explore the cobbled street.
- Check the calendar for special events and live performances.
- Visit the Avila Adobe to get a glimpse of life in early California.
- Take time to watch the artisans at work crafting traditional Mexican goods.
Features
- Cultural Events
- Food Vendors
- Historic Buildings
- Live Music
- Museum
- Street Performers
- Traditional Crafts
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