A Guide to Farmers Market, Taste the Original Flavor of Los Angeles

Open the web browser and search for must-see attractions of Los Angeles. The Farmers Market must be on the list. Industry professionals who don’t want to miss the classic destination might as well do some preparation before going there. After learning the living style and culture of Los Angeles’s locals, you will be having a much better travel experience. Welcome the industry partners to share the information with more people who need it.

Prime Location

Located in the west, the Farmers Market is located in a convenient location, from where you can easily travel to downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and other places.

Big market, big parking lot

The Farmers’ Market offers over 100 restaurants, gourmet grocery stores, and sightseeing and shopping stores, and tourists can freely visit whatever they want.

The extremely large parking lot is available to use 24 hours a day. The point is that as long as you purchase items at the Farmers Market, you can get a three-hour free parking ticket.

The history of the Farmers Market: learn it in 30 seconds!

1880: The beginning of the story

Mr. A. F. Gilmore and his partner bought this land and set up two dairy farms.

1900: Oil!

Mr. A. F. Gilmore drilled wells to fetch water for his cows, but he surprisingly found oil.

1934: The Farmers Market was established.

In July 1934, Mr. A. F. Gilmore set up the original market, where a dozen farmers parked their trucks to sell their fresh produce.

1934: Beginning to take shape

By October 1934, the extremely popular Farmers Market among the citizens had its fixed location and also held a celebration: the first Fall Festival at Farmers Market!

1948: World famous

In 1948, the Clock Tower, the landmark of the Farmers Market, was built.

The previous Farmers Market

The present Farmers Market

Happen to meet Hollywood stars

In 1936, Shirley Temple participated in a fundraiser for the Red Cross and worked behind the counter at Brock's Candies.

1953, Marilyn Monroe attended the grand opening ceremony of Michael's Cheesecake.

Now this market is still popular with Hollywood. The world famous chef and TV star Alton Brown and Gordon Ramsay have used the market several times for their shows. Late Night Guru’s host Jimmy Kimmel frequently engages our customers for quirky feature segments.

Have a taste of the original flavor of Los Angeles

The first Los Angeles Chinese food restaurant is in here: China Depot

The first Los Angeles pizza restaurant is also in here: Patsy D'Amore's Pizza

No better place to taste traditional ice cream: Bennett’s Ice Cream

Use the freshest ingredients; never miss Cabernet Sauvignon ice cream or pumpkin ice cream

Candy paradise welcomes you: Dylan's Candy Bar

Farmers Market Opening Hours

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Farmers Market Official Website

www.farmersmarketla.com

Closely neighboring the Farmers Market is another must-see attraction in Los Angeles: The Grove.

The outdoor shopping center perfectly combines the European architecture of the last century and garden courtyards, congregating all varieties of civilian brands. It is a must-go place of leisure for Los Angeles’s locals. The fountain in the central park has its beautiful performance every two hours; the free antique tram starts its trip on time every afternoon, carrying its riders throughout the entire shopping mall as if going through the history.

If you wish to experience the leisurely lifestyle Los Angeles’s locals have, you should pay a visit to this place!