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J. Paul Getty Villa
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"Still a stunning museum with beautiful gardens and art!"(7 Tips)
"20% discount at Getty Center and Getty Villa Museum Store"(4 Tips)
"Did I mention the architecture and gardens are to die for!"(11 Tips)"Check out the antiquities collections at the Getty Villa on the PCH."(10 Tips)
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Ron SterankoFebruary 14, 2017Several areas closed for renovation. Need advanced reservations usually, but I got lucky on a Monday afternoon just dropping in.
Malibu Country MartAugust 21, 2011Great place to bring a date or bring the kids. The gardens are breathtaking. They may inspire you to garden more.
Anson AlexanderJune 5, 2012Plan a full day or two if you want to see everything the Getty Villa has to offer.
TolgaJanuary 26, 2016Not bad but not impressive. if you are coming from Europe and especially have been in Italy or Greece; You can skip and save time .- Claudia YuskoffDecember 20, 2009Oh the drama! Definitely go the Villa for one of their Greek theater tragedy nights. Did I mention the architecture and gardens are to die for! Read more
kim halversonSeptember 21, 2011make your parking reservation. take the docent tour, good stuff. great views!
sofarsoShawnFebruary 3, 2014"Festina Lente" Make haste, slowly. That's on a fridge magnet I got from the gift store #GoodAdvice
Diane YoonSeptember 13, 2010At the cafe, try the grilled flatbread with burrata and stone fruit. I'm not sure if it's seasonal, but it really hit the spot.
xtinadienerDecember 15, 2011Bring a picnic and have a lovely lunch in one of the beautiful courtyards
Francine KiznerDecember 29, 2009The Chimaera exhibit is neat - who wouldn't find a lion-goat-snake interesting?! Beautiful place to spend an afternoon. Be sure to make reservations.
Chellie CullenFebruary 19, 2014This place is beyond incredible, just beware the café! Super over priced!!
Sharon DAugust 29, 2010Need a ticket to enter (get them online prior), free admission but must pay $15 to park, Beautiful gardens, beware..cafe closes @ 4pm.
Sabina B.December 31, 2013If you're not super into antiquities, stick to the Getty Museum - the traffic to and fro is not worth the trip.
Mario L.August 20, 2011There's the gorgeous Getty on Getty Center Dr. and then there's the Gettly Villa....so, so, pretty!
- Victoria LinssenJanuary 30, 2010Check out the antiquities collections at the Getty Villa on the PCH. Reserve ahead and it's free. Read more
- Los AngelesOctober 13, 2010The Getty Villa is the only reconstruction of a Roman Patrician country home in the United States
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The Getty Villa is an educational center and museum dedicated to the study of the arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome, and Etruria.
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- Mon, Wed–Fri, Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
(310) 440-7300
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