Be Sure to Visit Olvera Street - The Oldest Part of Downtown Los Angeles

Music, dance and celebrations make the Olvera Street an attractive destination for the tourists to Los Angeles. Located in the Downtown area, the street has a lively Mexican marketplace and over 25 historical buildings. It is included in the list of California State Historic Landmarks and is a place you must experience while on a trip to the city.

You can explore numerous historical buildings that line up the Olvera Street. Plaza Catholic Church, Italian American Museum, Leo Politi Mural, Founder's Plaque and many such buildings are worth a visit. Pelanconi House is the city's oldest house made of bricks ad presently serve as a restaurant. Avila Adobe in the plaza is the oldest surviving residence in the city and Sepulveda House is a Victorian-style house.

The Olvera Street Plaza reflects the Mexican culture at its full glory. You can find many shops that sell Mexican dresses, tooled belts, handcrafted goods, silver jewelry and many other items. Besides, there are many vendors that sell beautiful pinatas, serapes and pottery in Mexican style.

The cafes and restaurants in the plaza offer variety of Mexican foods. Weekend bash consists of outdoor entertainment by folkloric dancers, bolero musicians and other artists. Many celebrations and events are organized at the plaza round the year. Mardi Gras Children Workshops, Blessings of the Animals and anniversary celebrations are worth attending.

Olvera Street opens at 10 am and closes at 7 pm every day. You can easily find the maps to visit the place on the internet. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of the colorful Mexican culture exhibited at this amazing tourist destination.