Welcome to Beverly Center/Miracle Mile
Originally an expanse of fields, one man’s vision of building a neighborhood with luxurious living and vibrant businesses came to fruition. A.W. Ross established Beverly Center/Miracle Mile in 1921 when he transformed a mile-long stretch of unpaved road into one of the area’s most successful commercial districts. This neighborhood was aptly named the Miracle Mile due to its improbable rise to success. Beverly Center/Miracle Mile is now a thriving community with a luxury shopping and dining center and a rich arts and cultural life.
Ross created this neighborhood with automobile traffic in mind. He wanted to make the area accessible to cars rather than to pedestrians. Over time, however, Miracle Mile has reshaped itself to become a highly walkable area. Residents can stroll along well-maintained streets as they visit the neighborhood's museums, eateries, and boutiques.
Beverly Center/Miracle Mile is home to a diverse collection of architectural styles. The 5209 Wilshire Boulevard’s Art-Deco design has earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Peterson Automotive Museum has been renovated in an ultra-modern design. Homes are a mix of elegant townhouses, contemporary high-rises, Spanish-style homes, and grand estates on manicured lawns.
What to Love
Access to the finest dining and luxury shopping
Home to Museum Row
Its rich history and culture
A vibrant nightlife
Local Lifestyle​​​​​​​
The neighborhood’s flat, tree-lined streets are ideal for walking to a favorite coffee spot in the morning before embarking on a day of local art appreciation in one of its many museums or shopping in one of its posh boutiques. Stylish locals can be seen meandering along the area’s warm, sunny streets, enjoying the relaxed atmosphere.
This friendly community offers two significant recreational parks: Pan Pacific Park and La Cienega Park. Both parks have walking paths, gorgeous green spaces, and playgrounds for children. The parks host various events and activities throughout the year as well.
Beverly Center/Miracle Mile also has a lively nightlife. With over 30 nightclubs and a myriad of bars, residents can enjoy unwinding at the end of a busy day in a low-key or happening venue. The pedestrian-friendly infrastructure allows locals to walk from locale to locale as the evening unfolds.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Beverly Center/Miracle Mile has several Michelin Star restaurants from which to choose. The cuisine at Maude, a favorite option, is cultivated and inspired by Southern California. Its cuisine is ever-evolving, with a variety of seafood and seasonal bounty. Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura is a complete immersion in Italian culture and cuisine. From its elegant setting to the eight-course sumptuous Italian fare served by Chef Mattia Agazzi, one can dine in elegance and sublimity.
The Beverly Center combines Michelin Star dining options, special events, and upscale shopping in one location. Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Prada are among the luxury stores housed in the Beverly Center. Nueve Los Angeles is a high-end boutique providing styling services and environmentally conscious, hauteur apparel.
Things to Do
Museum Row is the location of four major Los Angeles museums. Museum Row's mainstay, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, has thousands of sculptures, paintings, and innovative experimental works. It showcases art that reflects the diverse cultures of the Los Angeles area, including art from Asia, Latin America, India, Europe, and the United States. La Brea Tar Pits and Museum is a popular place to explore Ice Age history through exhibits, programs, and shows. The International Union of Geological Sciences has named this exciting museum one of The First 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites.
The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum is housed in the surrounding Hancock Park. This excavated site once teemed with the bones of thousands of prehistoric animals trapped in tar pools during the Ice Age. The park is nestled between the museum and the Tar Pits and is a great place to view super-sized Ice Age mammals, stroll among open excavation sites, and enjoy a picnic. The Original Farmers Market, founded in 1934, is a historic landmark of Los Angeles that entices residents with its selection of fresh produce and delicious snacks. Throughout its history, it has been a place for its residents to gather for shopping, events, and social diversions.
Schools
Beverly Center/Miracle Mile is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District. Residents of this community have several excellent educational opportunities, some of which are:
