In honor of Cinco de May- I wanted to blog about one of my favorite places in Los Angeles, La Plazita Olvera or Olvera Street. I have great memories of this LA treasure. My parents both came to the States at a young age and yearned for a piece of back home. We visited Olvera Street often on Sundays to have dinner and listen to Mariachis playing in the plaza.

Olvera Street is the birthplace of Los Angeles. It’s also known as El Pueblo Historical Monument. Olvera Street is fantastic place to visit as a family. It’s rich history and buildings make it a perfect family day trip. The colorful village features 27 historic buildings with a traditional Mexican Style Plaza Area. On the weekends you can enjoy live traditional Mexican music and dancing.

The Marketplace area is home to many shops where you can find anything from traditional Mexican attire to a comal(tortilla warmer). My kids love taking in all of the beautiful colors and smells from the various shops and restaurants. Make sure to come hungry, as the food is fantastic!!! You will find the best flautas(taquitos) in town here and I can’t remember the name of the restaurant but it lies directly across from the plaza has the best tamales and champurrado(Mexican Hot Chocolate) in town.

Make sure to stop at El Pueblo’s Visitor Center for a brochure or better yet, Las Angelitas, El Pueblo’s Docent Organization provide free tours to groups Wed-Sun from 10am to noon.I love this place and I know your family will too!!

Olvera Street is open everyday from 10am to 7pm and is free to the public.

El Pueblo De Los Angeles Historic Park

845 N. Alameda Street

Los Angeles, CA 90012
For more information:(213) 680-2525