Olvera Street

Olvera Street

Flea Market · Downtown, Los Angeles
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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. The street is located off of the Plaza de Los Ángeles, the oldest plaza in California, which served as the center of the city life through the Spanish and Mexican eras into the early American era, following the Conquest of California. Restaurants, vendors, and public establishments line the street.

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"Downtown Los Angeles is very iconic, and Placita Olvera is very special to me. When I was very young, one of the first short films I ever shot was in Placita Olvera, and it was called La estación de Olvera Street. It was so mesmerizing to me how much it reminded me of the pueblito that I would visit in Mexico with my family. There are a lot of cute little shops, and the oldest house in Los Angeles is there—the adobe house. Placita Olvera keeps that true Mexican essence."
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Becky G's Los Angeles Spots
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Across the street from Union Station is colorful and historic Olvera Street. It’s a short walk even little legs won’t mind and it’s an exciting place to explore. Wander through the outdoor marketplace filled with stands selling Mexican souvenirs like maracas, ponchos, embroidered clothing and big sombreros, and ceramic animals. There are also several great Mexican restaurants to stop and enjoy a churro (tastes like a donut) or horchata (a sweet creamy drink most kids love!).
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The Best Things to Do with Kids in LA
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Next to the famous Union Station a Mexican marketplace thrives. Here you can buy handmade traditional Mexican clothing, accessories, and edible goodies. Several restaurants and stands sell locally grown chopped fruit. Don't forget to try seasonal fruit with a dash of lime and ground red pepper. Sometimes, you can see live events in the plaza. Olvera Street is within walking distance of other attractions such as Chinatown and Union Station.
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