Olvera Street, a historic monument in the oldest part of Los Angeles. Free to the Public! Learn about our culture, history, museums, fiestas, and events. Shop online at www.Olvera-Street.com

Olvera Street, commonly known by its Spanish name Calle Olvera, is a historic pedestrian street in El Pueblo de Los Ángeles, the historic center of Los Angeles.

Olvera Street, known as “the birthplace of Los Angeles,” is a Mexican Marketplace that recreates a romantic “Old Los Angeles” with a block-long narrow, tree-shaded, brick-lined market with old structures, painted stalls, street vendors, cafes, restaurants and gift shops.

Olvera Street, known as “the birthplace of Los Angeles,” is a Mexican Marketplace that recreates a romantic “Old Los Angeles”. To learn more about the history, traditions, and events, visit www.Olvera-Street.com

“The Olvera Street Mexican style outdoor marketplace is an internationally renowned space for visitors to casually stroll, people watch and enjoy foods, cultural souvenirs and traditional live entertainment.”

Nov 19, 2024 · Olvera Street is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Los Angeles. The colorful Mexican marketplace opened on Easter Sunday, April 20, 1930 following a preservation campaign that was spearheaded by Christine Sterling.

Oct 5, 2022 · Set in a traffic-free historic district, you can wander about at your own pace, which makes Olvera Street a great budget-friendly diversion in between visiting Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Olvera Street is located on the general site of the birthplace of the city of Los Angeles, near the Plaza, the Plaza Church and the Zanja Madre. Originally called Vine Street, in 1877 it was renamed after Agustin Olvera, the first judge of the county of Los Angeles.

6 days ago · Visit the historic heart and birthplace of Los Angeles Shop and eat at world-famous Olvera Street and explore our museums, historic sites and architecture!

Sep 13, 2013 · Considered by some to be the heart of Mexican L.A., Olvera Street -- a tourist attraction, Mexican curios marketplace, and home to roving troubadours -- is an alleyway in the "birthplace of Los Angeles."