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Los Angeles Getty Center Guided Tour

4.750 reviews

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Galleries, gardens, and unforgettable views — the Getty Center has it all. But with so much to see across this 110-acre campus, it’s easy to miss things. Our tour helps you make the most of your visit, guiding you straight to the museum’s must-see works along with exploring the gardens and architecture. With an expert leading the way, you’ll be dazzled by famous works like Van Gogh’s “Irises,” a self-portrait by Rembrandt, lavish decorative arts, 12th-century manuscripts, and more. And you’ll learn about the design of the garden and the building itself that make this landmark so unique. Along the way, your guide will share stories, historical context, and tips — plus the best views in LA. It’s a rich experience in just two hours, giving you a deeper appreciation for the Getty without feeling overwhelmed. Stay after the tour to explore more if you’d like or take the tram back down the mountains. Your local guide is happy to share recommendations for what to see and do next.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Expert local guide
  • Guided tour inside the Getty museum
  • Getty Center timed entry ticket

What's not

  • Gratuities
  • Parking

Itinerary

  1. Take a tram ride up the mountains of Santa Monica to the historic Getty Center. Explore the art and architecture of this world-class museum with your guide, who will show you the highlights and hidden gems, from medieval manuscripts to French decorative arts. We'll end with a guided tour of the gardens, featuring over 500 different types of plants. (2 hours)

    2 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.7

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Meet your guide at the picnic tables on Level T1 at the back of the Getty Center. You should not go through security or get on the tram. You'll find your guide wearing an orange hat that says ExperienceFirst.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 20 travellers
Operated by
ExperienceFirst
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You can take public transit, ride-share, or drive. Parking costs $25.

How it compares in Los Angeles

  • Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 1148 experiences we list in Los Angeles.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 131 of 1148.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Los Angeles

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Hollywood is the starting point for many visitors, with the Walk of Fame, the historic Chinese Theatre and its handprints in cement, and views of the Hollywood Sign from Griffith Observatory. Studio lots in Burbank and Universal City offer a behind-the-scenes look at film and television.

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