Orange Plaza Circle Roundabout

The Historic Orange Circle

At the heart of Old Towne Orange, this circular plaza is one of the few traffic roundabouts of its kind in the region. The tree-lined island at its center, with its manicured lawns and a small fountain, marks the meeting point of Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue, the two axes around which the entire district was laid out.

Early-Twentieth-Century Architecture

Ringing the plaza stand meticulously preserved brick and masonry buildings from the early 1900s, home to antique shops, cafés and restaurants. The district is one of the largest National Register historic districts in the state, its low street-level façades giving the view its distinctive small-town character.

A Living Downtown Crossroads

The camera looks down on a constant choreography of vehicles negotiating the roundabout, pedestrians crossing to the shops, and visitors exploring the plaza. It is a genuine community hub where locals and travelers alike gather beneath the palms.

A Classic California Main Street

Frequently used as a filming location, the plaza offers a postcard-perfect image of a classic American main street. Its blend of heritage architecture, gardens and everyday street life makes this one of the region's most recognizable public squares.