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The Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Dr · Los Angeles, CA

Why you should go…

Richard Meier's travertine-clad campus houses the Getty's collection of European paintings, decorative arts, and photography, along with Robert Irwin's sculptural Central Garden. A tram carries visitors up from the parking structure, and admission to the galleries and grounds is always free.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

The closest stops to The Getty Center, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Family Favorite

    Santa Monica

    Free

    Official visitor info for Santa Monica, from the pier and beach to Third Street Promenade shopping.

    4.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Attractions
    Iconic

    Santa Monica Pier

    Free

    A classic wooden pier with a solar-powered Ferris wheel, arcade, and the official end of Route 66.

    4.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Aqua Surf School

    $50+

    Surf lessons, camps, and board rentals for all skill levels on Santa Monica Beach.

    5.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Museums
    Quirky Fun

    Petersen Automotive Museum

    Under $25

    A car-lover's museum in a striking stainless-steel-ribboned building on Museum Row.

    6.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Museums
    Local Gem

    Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

    Under $25

    The largest art museum in the western United States, next to Chris Burden's iconic streetlamp forest.

    6.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Museums
    Iconic

    Griffith Observatory

    Free

    A hilltop planetarium and free public observatory with some of the best views in the city.

    10 mi awayMore like this