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J. Paul Getty Museum

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Brentwood, Los Angeles

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Ranked #3 for exhibits in Los Angeles
This art museum is famous for their scenic views. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Best view of LA, sans the layer of smog that covers most of it up."(13 Tips)
"Van Gogh to Titian."(11 Tips)
"The architecture tour was fun, amazing, and completely interesting!"(8 Tips)
"Loved the Degas's pastels and the view from the cacti garden!"(87 Tips)

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DoraJune 28, 2010
Kids love riding at the very front seat of the monorail; remember that the back becomes the front when it heads out again.Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more
Sergio CerqueiraJuly 1, 2016
Need a whole day to see everything. Great.
David BrowneMay 3, 2015
Beautiful architecture and surrounding gardens
ed petersonMarch 17, 2016
Take the time to walk up the hill
Jose OrtegaSeptember 27, 2015
Great free museum. Nice views of LA.
@johnnyg_79June 2, 2010
Had a great time at the Getty. The exhibits are always great and on a clear day you have some of the best views of LA.
g oconnorMarch 29, 2015
Sunday Cafe and nice galleries to stroll.
StefiAugust 4, 2010
Pack for a nice picnic on the lawn and the best part--they serve alcohol! $5 for beer and $20 for a bottle of house red or white wine. :)
Aurora IncardonaAugust 9, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Charming white masterpiece hitting straight your soul. A place to be at least twice in a lifetime.
Cilt & Co.August 22, 2011
The weekends are predictably crowded and parking can get tricky. Aside from that, the Getty is quite stunning, inside and out.
Rachel CuevasDecember 17, 2015
Scenic views, European art, paintings, sculptures.
Oleg ZhogloMarch 4, 2016
Stay for the sunset. It is incredible.
Chitra GuruJanuary 21, 2012
Awesome architecture, spectacular paintings/pieces! Definitely worth a day's visit.
Doug WrightJune 13, 2010
One of my absolute favorite places in LA - A Must see for art and architecture bugs - great people watching
CharlotteMarch 18, 2016
Don't leave without visiting the gardens.
Joe LaszloMarch 27, 2013
Be sure to bring your sunglasses--the sunlight on the travertine is dazzlingly bright.
Sophyan JulioJanuary 16, 2015
I learnt a lot about the campus from the Architecture tour
Annya BoMarch 16, 2014
You can spend here the whole day. It's unbelievable!
Micah GAugust 15, 2014
Sweeping city views and historic art. Awesome!
Kelly BlickApril 9, 2016
The getty is an amazing resource!
Tiffanie TaMarch 28, 2013
Check in here once you want to buy something. 20% off the shops, only!
Amy KoughanMay 25, 2016
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Andrew WhiteJuly 10, 2012
An LA gem. Simply a must on every level.
Victoria WongJune 14, 2015
The garden! Don't miss it
Ramsey KouriJuly 21, 2013
Parking isn't free after 5, but it is 10.00. Museum is always free!
Felix JCOctober 14, 2014
Incredible location and great art
IonJune 17, 2012
For Saturdays off the 405, bring a blanket and food for a great concert/picnic
Avi SchwabJuly 5, 2013
Ditch the tram and enjoy the 3/4 mile walk up to the museum.
A-RodMay 27, 2012
Been here 100+ times
New summer hours beginning Friday (6/1/12) Getty Center will be open until 2100 hrs (9:00 PM) both Fridays & Saturdays until September 23, 2012.
Larry NebelAugust 12, 2016
A great and beautiful art museum
Kapt’n KokoOctober 8, 2017
Walk to the top for a stunning view.
chip liedelJuly 29, 2016
Everything is amazing
NmAugust 8, 2016
A giant waste of time ..
A-RodApril 12, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Just to update one of the tips: The Getty Center does not have free parking after 5PM on Saturdays. It charges a reduced price from their normal fee.
Leigh Anne ZinsmeisterAugust 5, 2015
Worth a visit for the views alone.
Flo GSeptember 18, 2011
Don't miss the gardens, most beautiful part of this extraordinary building
MvennDecember 30, 2016
Stunning views of LA
Geo VittoratosSeptember 20, 2015
My favorite place in LA.
Gloria ElizabethAugust 28, 2011
AMAZING Views! Don't forget your camera and maybe pack a picnic!
Ashley DrewMay 16, 2013
Move from right to left in front of Monet's Cathedral to catch the sunrise.
Gianpietro SegatoAugust 6, 2013
Fantastic.Free.The view over L.A. is breathtaking
Andy TaoJanuary 7, 2016
N - E - S - W. It's sorted from oldest to latest this way.
Odile RoujolJanuary 30, 2016
Scenic view
Eduardo GJanuary 18, 2016
Nice view from outside
420 cokewhoreJanuary 21, 2014
pretty awesome place.. nice place for a date
Alaa "Ally" TatumApril 27, 2010
The art, the views, the architecture, the gardens... what's not to love? It's a great way to spend a day.
ATILIO BAGLIETTOFebruary 6, 2016
Architecture, garden, museum, art
James TAugust 18, 2014
Great spot for a picnic and a view.
Rachel LodinApril 5, 2016
Beautiful gardens and scenery
Tim CastroAugust 19, 2012
Non-existent Cell reception at the top of the Hill, but free WiFi!

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