Olvera St

Notable street · Historic Core

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Highlights

Olvera Street offers a vibrant slice of Mexican culture in L.A., boasting historical charm, delicious bites, and unique shops along a lively marketplace.

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Los Angeles, CA 90012 Get directions

"Since the regeneration of the area in the 30s, the main plaza on Olvera Street has hosted a vibrant Mexican marketplace. It's home to some of the city's oldest and most historic buildings (26 of them) including the Avila Adobe, built in 1818, LA's oldest surviving residence; Pico House, a luxury hotel built in 1870; and the Plaza Substation that used to form a part of the Yellow Car network."

The Downtown Los Angeles Guide
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Mar 16, 2022

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Payasito Cuco (1424-339-9002)

Google
Lots of murals, art, good food and unique gifts, the problem will always be the parking. All the shops and restaurants start opening at about 9:30am

Christian U

Google
Always a great place to pick up small hand made items. Food is great too. A little pricey but the atmosphere makes up for it

Braedyn Beal

Google
Vibrant cornerstone of culture filled with unique shops, authentic cuisine, and humble people! As you speak to business owners, most will explain their family history and decades of operation. Enjoyable venture for people of all walks of life. Parking is limited in the area so plan accordingly! We ended up finding cheap parking for under $10 at a private parking garage lot located under a hotel across the street and up a block or so.

Samir Desai

Google
Beautiful Olvera St

guo tai

Google
You can experience a little bit of Mexican street and can also go to Central Station.

Stanley Yeh

Google
Entered the street feels like flying you to Mexico right away. Each shop contains many special handicrafts gift and traditional cultural clothes and stuffs.

chloe

Google
cool place! street is filled with small shops selling similar items but it’s fun just to stop and admire the little trinkets 😙 we didn’t buy anyth but was just there to soak in the vibes during the short walk 🤟 there is a free exhibition of the oldest building in LA which was q interesting 🤝 ps public toilet here is also well maintained so that’s g 🙏🏼

Alex

Google
Still a great place to visit. Great little shops with souvenirs. You can buy snacks here, decorations for your home and enjoy Mexican food. Great atmosphere and ambience.

Payasito Cuco (1424-339-9002)

Google
Lots of murals, art, good food and unique gifts, the problem will always be the parking. All the shops and restaurants start opening at about 9:30am

Christian U

Google
Always a great place to pick up small hand made items. Food is great too. A little pricey but the atmosphere makes up for it

Braedyn Beal

Google
Vibrant cornerstone of culture filled with unique shops, authentic cuisine, and humble people! As you speak to business owners, most will explain their family history and decades of operation. Enjoyable venture for people of all walks of life. Parking is limited in the area so plan accordingly! We ended up finding cheap parking for under $10 at a private parking garage lot located under a hotel across the street and up a block or so.

Samir Desai

Google
Beautiful Olvera St

guo tai

Google
You can experience a little bit of Mexican street and can also go to Central Station.

Stanley Yeh

Google
Entered the street feels like flying you to Mexico right away. Each shop contains many special handicrafts gift and traditional cultural clothes and stuffs.

chloe

Google
cool place! street is filled with small shops selling similar items but it’s fun just to stop and admire the little trinkets 😙 we didn’t buy anyth but was just there to soak in the vibes during the short walk 🤟 there is a free exhibition of the oldest building in LA which was q interesting 🤝 ps public toilet here is also well maintained so that’s g 🙏🏼

Alex

Google
Still a great place to visit. Great little shops with souvenirs. You can buy snacks here, decorations for your home and enjoy Mexican food. Great atmosphere and ambience.