Mariachi Plaza
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This plaza was originally an informal gathering spot for mariachis seeking work from the nearby Boyle Hotel in the 1930s.
Today, it’s known as a culturally significant, historic gateway that’s home to countless celebrations and community events (and processions of Mariachis on feast day of Saint Cecilia), making it a longstanding destination for musicians to find success.
Visitors can admire the traditional art from the State of Jalisco—including a Cantera stone kiosk and seventeen wrought iron benches that symbolize the 17 Jalisco municipalities.
- Nearest Station
- L.A. Union Station
- Address
- 103 N Boyle Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90033 - Phone
- (626) 567-9191
- Website
- https://mariachiplazalosangeles.com/site/
Take Metrolink to L.A. Union Station
Walk about 2 minutes, 400 feet heading west on Union Station Walkway (take the pedestrian tunnel)
Turn left toward N Alameda St
Turn right onto N Alameda St
The destination, "Los Angeles" bus station will be on the right
Board bus 106 toward The Shops at Montebello for 10 minutes; 7 stops and disembark at 1st / Boyle
Walk about 1 minute; 100 feet north on S Boyle Ave toward 1st St.
Turn right and arrive at Mariachi Plaza
Take the Metro A Line for 5 minutes to the Little Tokyo / Arts District station
Transfer over to the Metro Light E Line for 4 minutes, 2 stops and disembark at the Mariachi Plaza Station
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