Sights · Our pick in Los Angeles
Olvera Street and El Pueblo de Los Ángeles
Where Los Angeles began
About Olvera Street and El Pueblo de Los Ángeles
El Pueblo de Los Ángeles Historical Monument preserves the area where the city began, around the old plaza. Olvera Street is a lively Mexican marketplace, and the district hosts festivals, including Día de los Muertos.
Why it's on our list
- Where LA began
- Mexican marketplace
- Festivals
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Olvera Street and El Pueblo de Los Ángeles before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Olvera Street and El Pueblo de Los Ángeles are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
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