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J. Paul Getty Museum

J. Paul Getty Museum

Art Museum
Brentwood, Los Angeles
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    "Best view of LA, sans the layer of smog that covers most of it up."(14 Tips)
    Vincent R.
    "Van Gogh to Titian."(10 Tips)
    Emma S.
    "The architecture tour was fun, amazing, and completely interesting!"(8 Tips)
    Jona R.
    "Loved the Degas's pastels and the view from the cacti garden!"(87 Tips)
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  • Bagel B.
    Bagel BradJanuary 10, 2012
    Want beautiful views of Los Angeles and Amazing art!? The Getty Center is perfect for both! Bring your camera for long lasting memories.
  • A.
    A.September 2, 2012
    In Santa Monica Mountains, one of the most expensive museums in the whole world, 30.1 billion $ ! worth visit.
  • Russell R.
    Russell Rubio1 week ago
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  • Wayner B.heart icon on user image
    Wayner BechelliMarch 5, 2015
    A beautiful landmark! Van Gogh's fans, go ahead! 🎑
  • Sonay E.heart icon on user image
    Sonay EzelJuly 3, 2016
    Art collections are amazing and has a spectacular view from level 2 :)
  • Biola University
    Biola UniversitySeptember 14, 2011
    One of L.A.'s best museums and most spectacular architectural wonders. Don't miss the amazing gardens!
  • Sherry R.heart icon on user image
    Sherry RenJuly 6, 2015
    They have umbrellas for you to use! Also iPod touch guides which run out quickly so go there early
  • Kate M.
    Kate MorganNovember 20, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Free parking after 5...great views of Los Angeles and an amazing art collection. To relax during the day, come by for the botanical gardens...so beautiful.
  • Ali Z.heart icon on user image
    Ali ZiaeeMarch 17, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Go to the Pan aroma point, it at the back of the center. A must see place. Ans for a better view, go to the balcony which is to the left of the blue marble fountain using the external stairs...
  • Jon C.
    Jon ChristmanJanuary 3, 2015
    Don't wait in line for the tram. Just walk 3/4 of a mile!
  • Vanessa S.heart icon on user image
    Vanessa S.November 1, 2015
    A very beautiful and artistic museum! A must go!
  • Michael T.heart icon on user image
    Michael TuntevskiFebruary 8, 2019
    Thought-provoking exhibits and matchless views. I can’t believe it’s free!
  • Shana R.
    Shana RayDecember 29, 2013
    Don't be surprised if it takes you up to an hour to get into the parking garage & up the tram on the weekend.
  • Adriana W.heart icon on user image
    Adriana WildnerSeptember 16, 2016
    Lovely arquitecture and gardens, plus a great art collection.
  • Nancy C.
    Nancy CastanedaOctober 6, 2013
    If is sunny get the umbrella and don't forget your ipod guide at th front desk. Everything is free.
  • Joe C.
    Joe CrawfordSeptember 7, 2018
    Tremendous museum and public space. Astounding that it's free.
  • Hiran T.heart icon on user image
    Hiran TudaweFebruary 17, 2015
    This is a place with a view! Try the Italian Soda outside in the cart.
  • Rita L.heart icon on user image
    Rita LFebruary 6, 2021
    Cool spot! :)
  • TurkeyVision
    TurkeyVisionMay 4, 2012
    Don't miss the Villa in Malibu... The entrance is always free, advanced timed-entry ticket required at http://www.getty.edu/visit/
  • Humberto J.
    Humberto JimenezSeptember 16, 2013
    Awesome place, you have to visit multiple times in order to see everything
  • A-Rodheart icon on user image
    A-RodMay 8, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    No longer free parking after 5PM on Saturdays... now $5 off of normal parking fee only on Saturdays past 5PM or 1700 for you military types..like me :-)
  • Mansiheart icon on user image
    MansiMarch 11, 2019
    Great scenic view and amazing architecture structure.
  • SoCal S.heart icon on user image
    SoCal SteveFebruary 19, 2016
    Paintings, the garden, make time to walk a lot.
  • A-Rodheart icon on user image
    A-RodMay 27, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    The Getty Central Garden , artist Robert Irwin, has re-opened (Saturday 5/26/12) after several weeks due to some minor maintenance and some replanting.
  • Christian O.heart icon on user image
    Christian OrtizApril 23, 2015
    Beautiful collection and architecture
  • Kelly W.
    Kelly WhalenApril 5, 2010
    Gorgeous, and amazing, and awe-inspiring. Free admission. Parking is $15. Pack a picnic lunch, and bring your camera. Best views of Los Angeles and the surrounding areas I've seen on my trip. Read more
  • Jake S.heart icon on user image
    Jake SimmsNovember 21, 2015
    Have kids? Find the foam noodle display in the kids area and let them go crazy.
  • Pamela A.
    Pamela AbbottMarch 27, 2014
    Tip: Watch the sun set in the beautiful gardens (the museum is free after 5 on Saturdays).
  • Kim A.heart icon on user image
    Kim Allen-NiesenMarch 9, 2018
    Been here 100+ times
    Docent tours are great!
  • Seasons 52
    Seasons 52July 26, 2013
    The museum has endless exhibits with stunning views of the LA. Best part - it's free.
  • Jessica M.
    Jessica MMarch 5, 2010
    The Getty has beautiful gardens so forgo the expensive cafeteria food and bring a picnic so you can truly enjoy the beautiful landscaping. (and it's a great cheap date!)
  • Matthew M.heart icon on user image
    Matthew MahgreftehAugust 12, 2018
    Beautiful and breathtaking views of the city, great museum.
  • Juston P.
    Juston PayneJanuary 8, 2012
    Come for the art. Come for the architecture. Come for the gardens. Come for the food. Just come here.
  • Jenny M.heart icon on user image
    Jenny M.December 19, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    free parking if you stay under an hour, after 4pm
  • Lewis M.
    Lewis MashJuly 21, 2010
    Amazing art, but if you like European history, head over to the furnishing exhibits. Tapestries and furniture from Lois XIV castle and more!! Amazing!!!!
  • Eunice K.heart icon on user image
    Eunice KimSeptember 13, 2015
    Try to get out of the museum at least an hour before closing time. Otherwise you'll be stuck on a long line for the tram back to the parking garage.
  • Holly S.heart icon on user image
    Holly Spencer-DunnAugust 27, 2015
    Take the audio tour! The best I've ever been on AND it's free!
  • Kelly P.
    Kelly PollenAugust 30, 2013
    I like their settings but not the collection. It's also quite challenging to navigate thru the buildings and exhibit room.
  • Larisa G.heart icon on user image
    Larisa GrollemondSeptember 19, 2016
    Been here 100+ times
    Spend the whole day! Beautiful art inside and gardens outside.
  • Jacquelin H.heart icon on user image
    Jacquelin HoAugust 15, 2018
    Really great fashion photography collection
  • Michael P.
    Michael PlasmeierMarch 28, 2015
    Today (Sat around noon) the parking garage was completely full. Spent 25 minutes circling for a spot
  • Juan Gonzalo G.heart icon on user image
    Juan Gonzalo Gómez-LoperaSeptember 13, 2015
    Nice architecture, but hard to find with GPS
  • Juan A.heart icon on user image
    Juan A.May 17, 2015
    Spectacular views, garden and art
  • Roger V.heart icon on user image
    Roger VadoczFebruary 8, 2015
    they have some really great exhibits here, watch and see what artist is coming through town
  • AyeMin A.heart icon on user image
    AyeMin AyeMinsApril 20, 2013
    Garden is good. Lots of pics to take. Nice look out for the city. Lady Gaga pictures and painting everywhere! :)
  • Travel + Leisure
    Travel + LeisureMay 29, 2012
    On Saturday evenings, the museum is open until 9:00 pm and the sun sets dramatically over the terraces. Read more
  • Pierre B.heart icon on user image
    Pierre BiondoFebruary 13, 2014
    It's free to get in, you just pay for the parking pass. I guarantee that you will be here for at least 1 hour.
  • Michael P.
    Michael ParkerApril 25, 2010
    Bring your lunch and don't forget to check out the grounds. When I brought my wife here for the first time, we brought sandwiches that we ate while sitting in the gardens.
  • Alicia C.
    Alicia CasilliMarch 28, 2015
    Family Festival days are awesome. Come early to beat the crowds.
  • Julissa B.heart icon on user image
    Julissa BanuelosAugust 23, 2018
    Beautiful pieces, great scenery, and nice view of LA
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