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J. Paul Getty Museum
Art Museum
Brentwood, Los Angeles
The scenic views at J. Paul Getty Museum is a can't miss
"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)
"Enjoy the view and the garden and go look at the amazing collection."(87 Tips)
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365CheapDates.com KaylaMarch 12, 2010Check out the FREE monthly events. Parking is FREE after 5 PM on Saturdays. This was Cheap Date Idea #32 on my blog. Read more
Yvonne LeowAugust 8, 2010Must check out the documentary photography exhibit. Stunning and awe-inspiring visuals.
Dan MilanoJuly 18, 2010Don't miss the incredible detailed Dutch paintings in the upper level of the East Pavilion.
MurfdipityJune 6, 2010Be sure to take the train, it's a looooong walk (but still totally worth it for the Getty).
John KennellyMay 3, 2014Don't ignore the "authorized personnel only" signs. You will be caught in under 4 minutes.
Joanna PetersMarch 11, 2010Take a bottle of wine and a picnic blanket and sit out on the grass overlooking the flower garden.
Harry HaberDecember 17, 2009Go on a nice clear day, so you can see for miles and miles. Don't forget to bring a camera.
Chris ShonOctober 10, 2010Its free on Saturdays after 5pm. If its not Saturday after 5, come back on Saturday after 5.
Charles OBrienApril 23, 2011Parking would be more than sufficient (and easier!) if people didn't insist on parking their SUVs in compact spaces.
Kayla RichardsonMarch 21, 2010Gorgeous paintings. Van gogh and Renoir. The goddess statues are amazing.
Lannon TSeptember 5, 2010The Gerome paintings and sculptures are not to be missed. Ending 9/14. So hurry.
Tristan CannizzaroApril 5, 2010DaVinci exhibit up right now. Also the Making of a copper statue exhibit is really interesting.
Richard LiuJanuary 30, 2010The grounds and view are the best part. Bring a picnic to enjoy the afternoon.
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The J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center in Los Angeles houses European paintings, drawings, sculpture, illuminated manuscripts, decorative arts, and European and American photographs.
Closed until 10:00 AM (Show more)
- Tue–Fri, Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
(310) 440-7300
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Yes (incl. American Express)
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Places inside J. Paul Getty Museum
- 8.6
"The Getty offers free Wi-Fi!"
James Wade - 9.2
"Amazing place for a visit. Free of charge. Make sure you watch the into video, do the garden guided tour as well as the permanent gallery. The café is a good place for lunch. A must while visiting LA."
Robert Carbonell - 8.8
"Great architechture"
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- 9.4
"There is an outdoor bar near the ticket booths now. Very good small bites and drinks. Service is great too."
Cesar Vazquez - 9.3
"A must in LA. An easy to cover in under 2 hours great architecture and modern art collection."
Diego Romero - 8.6
"Great museum, compact but has the most amazing pieces. Now with free entrance at Geffen too!"
Fatma Genc
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