Los Angeles: The Getty Center Guided Tour

Experience priceless art and gardens at the Getty Center with a knowledgeable guide and striking city views.

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Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Discover popular artworks and clear Los Angeles panoramas

  • Explore expansive gardens filled with unique plants and thoughtful landscaping

  • Enjoy an enriching guided walk through permanent and temporary collections

  • Travel by tram up to the popular Getty hilltop location

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Getty Center

  • Expert-led guided tour

  • Tram transportation to and from the entrance

About

Explore the Getty Center with Expert Insight

Embrace a deeper appreciation of art and architecture during a guided visit to the Getty Center. Your tour reveals a place where established masterpieces and modern design come together atop a Los Angeles hillside.

Start Your Visit

Begin your experience with a comfortable tram ride that brings you right to the museum’s entrance. Take in the impressive views of the city skyline and enjoy glimpses of the lush gardens as you make your way up the hill.

Uncover Artistic Treasures

Join a knowledgeable guide on a arranged walk through the museum’s celebrated exhibitions. Marvel at remarkable paintings such as Van Gogh’s Irises and Rembrandt’s evocative self-portrait. Your guide will lead you through carefully arranged galleries, introducing you to treasures from across Europe, ornate decorative arts and rare manuscripts that date back centuries.

Discover Gardens and Architecture

Stroll through the Central Garden, where innovative landscaping and artistic vision shape every path and vista. As you move between galleries, admire the unique architecture designed to capture natural light and create inviting open spaces. Your guide will share stories about the center’s creation and the visionaries behind its remarkable structures and gardens.

Enhance Your Experience

Listen to fascinating background and fun anecdotes, including the history of the Getty Center and recommendations for the best photo spots. Learn about the care and conservation efforts that go into maintaining the museum’s established collections.

After the Tour

Once your guided experience ends, you’re welcome to continue exploring at your own pace. Spend time enjoying panoramic terraces, visit temporary exhibitions, or relax surrounded by the calm beauty of the outdoor spaces. When you’re ready, the tram is available to return you to the main entrance. See more tours in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Academy Museum or Museum Row tour on tickadoo.

Visitor guidelines
  • No flash photography in galleries

  • Food and drinks are allowed only in designated areas

  • Please follow all instructions from your guide

  • Keep personal items secure during your visit

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Closed 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm

FAQs

What is the Getty Center?

The Getty Center is a world-class art museum in the Brentwood hills featuring European paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, photography, and stunning architecture with panoramic city views.

Is admission to the Getty Center free?

Yes, admission to the Getty Center is free. The guided tour fee covers the expert guide who enhances your museum experience.

What art will I see on the guided tour?

The tour highlights masterworks including paintings by Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt, and other European masters, plus the museum's architecture and gardens.

How long is the Getty Center guided tour?

The guided tour runs approximately 1.5-2 hours. You can stay longer afterward to explore on your own.

How do I get to the Getty Center?

The Getty is accessible by a free tram ride from the parking garage at the base of the hill. Parking requires a fee and reservation.

Is the Getty Center architecture worth seeing?

Yes, the Richard Meier-designed buildings are an attraction themselves, with travertine stone, glass walls, and gardens offering spectacular LA views.

Are the Getty Center gardens included in the tour?

The tour typically includes the Central Garden, a living artwork by Robert Irwin featuring a maze of plants and a pool with floating azaleas.

Is the Getty Center suitable for children?

Yes, the museum has family-friendly programs, interactive galleries, and outdoor spaces where kids can explore between viewing art.

Where do I meet for the guided tour?

The meeting point is inside the Getty Center after you arrive via the tram. Your booking includes the specific meeting location.

Can I visit the Getty Center without a guided tour?

Yes, the museum is free to visit independently. The guided tour adds expert commentary and chosen highlights you might miss on your own.

Know before you go
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour’s scheduled start

  • Bring a valid photo ID for entry

  • Wheelchair-accessible routes are available

  • Tram ride from parking area included

  • Parking is not included and costs $25 per vehicle

Address

1200 Getty Center Dr-90049

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Discover popular artworks and clear Los Angeles panoramas

  • Explore expansive gardens filled with unique plants and thoughtful landscaping

  • Enjoy an enriching guided walk through permanent and temporary collections

  • Travel by tram up to the popular Getty hilltop location

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Getty Center

  • Expert-led guided tour

  • Tram transportation to and from the entrance

About

Explore the Getty Center with Expert Insight

Embrace a deeper appreciation of art and architecture during a guided visit to the Getty Center. Your tour reveals a place where established masterpieces and modern design come together atop a Los Angeles hillside.

Start Your Visit

Begin your experience with a comfortable tram ride that brings you right to the museum’s entrance. Take in the impressive views of the city skyline and enjoy glimpses of the lush gardens as you make your way up the hill.

Uncover Artistic Treasures

Join a knowledgeable guide on a arranged walk through the museum’s celebrated exhibitions. Marvel at remarkable paintings such as Van Gogh’s Irises and Rembrandt’s evocative self-portrait. Your guide will lead you through carefully arranged galleries, introducing you to treasures from across Europe, ornate decorative arts and rare manuscripts that date back centuries.

Discover Gardens and Architecture

Stroll through the Central Garden, where innovative landscaping and artistic vision shape every path and vista. As you move between galleries, admire the unique architecture designed to capture natural light and create inviting open spaces. Your guide will share stories about the center’s creation and the visionaries behind its remarkable structures and gardens.

Enhance Your Experience

Listen to fascinating background and fun anecdotes, including the history of the Getty Center and recommendations for the best photo spots. Learn about the care and conservation efforts that go into maintaining the museum’s established collections.

After the Tour

Once your guided experience ends, you’re welcome to continue exploring at your own pace. Spend time enjoying panoramic terraces, visit temporary exhibitions, or relax surrounded by the calm beauty of the outdoor spaces. When you’re ready, the tram is available to return you to the main entrance. See more tours in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Academy Museum or Museum Row tour on tickadoo.

Visitor guidelines
  • No flash photography in galleries

  • Food and drinks are allowed only in designated areas

  • Please follow all instructions from your guide

  • Keep personal items secure during your visit

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Closed 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm 10:00am - 05:30pm

FAQs

What is the Getty Center?

The Getty Center is a world-class art museum in the Brentwood hills featuring European paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, photography, and stunning architecture with panoramic city views.

Is admission to the Getty Center free?

Yes, admission to the Getty Center is free. The guided tour fee covers the expert guide who enhances your museum experience.

What art will I see on the guided tour?

The tour highlights masterworks including paintings by Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt, and other European masters, plus the museum's architecture and gardens.

How long is the Getty Center guided tour?

The guided tour runs approximately 1.5-2 hours. You can stay longer afterward to explore on your own.

How do I get to the Getty Center?

The Getty is accessible by a free tram ride from the parking garage at the base of the hill. Parking requires a fee and reservation.

Is the Getty Center architecture worth seeing?

Yes, the Richard Meier-designed buildings are an attraction themselves, with travertine stone, glass walls, and gardens offering spectacular LA views.

Are the Getty Center gardens included in the tour?

The tour typically includes the Central Garden, a living artwork by Robert Irwin featuring a maze of plants and a pool with floating azaleas.

Is the Getty Center suitable for children?

Yes, the museum has family-friendly programs, interactive galleries, and outdoor spaces where kids can explore between viewing art.

Where do I meet for the guided tour?

The meeting point is inside the Getty Center after you arrive via the tram. Your booking includes the specific meeting location.

Can I visit the Getty Center without a guided tour?

Yes, the museum is free to visit independently. The guided tour adds expert commentary and chosen highlights you might miss on your own.

Know before you go
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour’s scheduled start

  • Bring a valid photo ID for entry

  • Wheelchair-accessible routes are available

  • Tram ride from parking area included

  • Parking is not included and costs $25 per vehicle

Address

1200 Getty Center Dr-90049

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Discover popular artworks and clear Los Angeles panoramas

  • Explore expansive gardens filled with unique plants and thoughtful landscaping

  • Enjoy an enriching guided walk through permanent and temporary collections

  • Travel by tram up to the popular Getty hilltop location

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Getty Center

  • Expert-led guided tour

  • Tram transportation to and from the entrance

About

Explore the Getty Center with Expert Insight

Embrace a deeper appreciation of art and architecture during a guided visit to the Getty Center. Your tour reveals a place where established masterpieces and modern design come together atop a Los Angeles hillside.

Start Your Visit

Begin your experience with a comfortable tram ride that brings you right to the museum’s entrance. Take in the impressive views of the city skyline and enjoy glimpses of the lush gardens as you make your way up the hill.

Uncover Artistic Treasures

Join a knowledgeable guide on a arranged walk through the museum’s celebrated exhibitions. Marvel at remarkable paintings such as Van Gogh’s Irises and Rembrandt’s evocative self-portrait. Your guide will lead you through carefully arranged galleries, introducing you to treasures from across Europe, ornate decorative arts and rare manuscripts that date back centuries.

Discover Gardens and Architecture

Stroll through the Central Garden, where innovative landscaping and artistic vision shape every path and vista. As you move between galleries, admire the unique architecture designed to capture natural light and create inviting open spaces. Your guide will share stories about the center’s creation and the visionaries behind its remarkable structures and gardens.

Enhance Your Experience

Listen to fascinating background and fun anecdotes, including the history of the Getty Center and recommendations for the best photo spots. Learn about the care and conservation efforts that go into maintaining the museum’s established collections.

After the Tour

Once your guided experience ends, you’re welcome to continue exploring at your own pace. Spend time enjoying panoramic terraces, visit temporary exhibitions, or relax surrounded by the calm beauty of the outdoor spaces. When you’re ready, the tram is available to return you to the main entrance. See more tours in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Academy Museum or Museum Row tour on tickadoo.

Know before you go
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour’s scheduled start

  • Bring a valid photo ID for entry

  • Wheelchair-accessible routes are available

  • Tram ride from parking area included

  • Parking is not included and costs $25 per vehicle

Visitor guidelines
  • No flash photography in galleries

  • Food and drinks are allowed only in designated areas

  • Please follow all instructions from your guide

  • Keep personal items secure during your visit

FAQs

What is the Getty Center?

The Getty Center is a world-class art museum in the Brentwood hills featuring European paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, photography, and stunning architecture with panoramic city views.

Is admission to the Getty Center free?

Yes, admission to the Getty Center is free. The guided tour fee covers the expert guide who enhances your museum experience.

What art will I see on the guided tour?

The tour highlights masterworks including paintings by Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt, and other European masters, plus the museum's architecture and gardens.

How long is the Getty Center guided tour?

The guided tour runs approximately 1.5-2 hours. You can stay longer afterward to explore on your own.

How do I get to the Getty Center?

The Getty is accessible by a free tram ride from the parking garage at the base of the hill. Parking requires a fee and reservation.

Is the Getty Center architecture worth seeing?

Yes, the Richard Meier-designed buildings are an attraction themselves, with travertine stone, glass walls, and gardens offering spectacular LA views.

Are the Getty Center gardens included in the tour?

The tour typically includes the Central Garden, a living artwork by Robert Irwin featuring a maze of plants and a pool with floating azaleas.

Is the Getty Center suitable for children?

Yes, the museum has family-friendly programs, interactive galleries, and outdoor spaces where kids can explore between viewing art.

Where do I meet for the guided tour?

The meeting point is inside the Getty Center after you arrive via the tram. Your booking includes the specific meeting location.

Can I visit the Getty Center without a guided tour?

Yes, the museum is free to visit independently. The guided tour adds expert commentary and chosen highlights you might miss on your own.

Address

1200 Getty Center Dr-90049

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Discover popular artworks and clear Los Angeles panoramas

  • Explore expansive gardens filled with unique plants and thoughtful landscaping

  • Enjoy an enriching guided walk through permanent and temporary collections

  • Travel by tram up to the popular Getty hilltop location

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Getty Center

  • Expert-led guided tour

  • Tram transportation to and from the entrance

About

Explore the Getty Center with Expert Insight

Embrace a deeper appreciation of art and architecture during a guided visit to the Getty Center. Your tour reveals a place where established masterpieces and modern design come together atop a Los Angeles hillside.

Start Your Visit

Begin your experience with a comfortable tram ride that brings you right to the museum’s entrance. Take in the impressive views of the city skyline and enjoy glimpses of the lush gardens as you make your way up the hill.

Uncover Artistic Treasures

Join a knowledgeable guide on a arranged walk through the museum’s celebrated exhibitions. Marvel at remarkable paintings such as Van Gogh’s Irises and Rembrandt’s evocative self-portrait. Your guide will lead you through carefully arranged galleries, introducing you to treasures from across Europe, ornate decorative arts and rare manuscripts that date back centuries.

Discover Gardens and Architecture

Stroll through the Central Garden, where innovative landscaping and artistic vision shape every path and vista. As you move between galleries, admire the unique architecture designed to capture natural light and create inviting open spaces. Your guide will share stories about the center’s creation and the visionaries behind its remarkable structures and gardens.

Enhance Your Experience

Listen to fascinating background and fun anecdotes, including the history of the Getty Center and recommendations for the best photo spots. Learn about the care and conservation efforts that go into maintaining the museum’s established collections.

After the Tour

Once your guided experience ends, you’re welcome to continue exploring at your own pace. Spend time enjoying panoramic terraces, visit temporary exhibitions, or relax surrounded by the calm beauty of the outdoor spaces. When you’re ready, the tram is available to return you to the main entrance. See more tours in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Academy Museum or Museum Row tour on tickadoo.

Know before you go
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour’s scheduled start

  • Bring a valid photo ID for entry

  • Wheelchair-accessible routes are available

  • Tram ride from parking area included

  • Parking is not included and costs $25 per vehicle

Visitor guidelines
  • No flash photography in galleries

  • Food and drinks are allowed only in designated areas

  • Please follow all instructions from your guide

  • Keep personal items secure during your visit

FAQs

What is the Getty Center?

The Getty Center is a world-class art museum in the Brentwood hills featuring European paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, photography, and stunning architecture with panoramic city views.

Is admission to the Getty Center free?

Yes, admission to the Getty Center is free. The guided tour fee covers the expert guide who enhances your museum experience.

What art will I see on the guided tour?

The tour highlights masterworks including paintings by Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt, and other European masters, plus the museum's architecture and gardens.

How long is the Getty Center guided tour?

The guided tour runs approximately 1.5-2 hours. You can stay longer afterward to explore on your own.

How do I get to the Getty Center?

The Getty is accessible by a free tram ride from the parking garage at the base of the hill. Parking requires a fee and reservation.

Is the Getty Center architecture worth seeing?

Yes, the Richard Meier-designed buildings are an attraction themselves, with travertine stone, glass walls, and gardens offering spectacular LA views.

Are the Getty Center gardens included in the tour?

The tour typically includes the Central Garden, a living artwork by Robert Irwin featuring a maze of plants and a pool with floating azaleas.

Is the Getty Center suitable for children?

Yes, the museum has family-friendly programs, interactive galleries, and outdoor spaces where kids can explore between viewing art.

Where do I meet for the guided tour?

The meeting point is inside the Getty Center after you arrive via the tram. Your booking includes the specific meeting location.

Can I visit the Getty Center without a guided tour?

Yes, the museum is free to visit independently. The guided tour adds expert commentary and chosen highlights you might miss on your own.

Address

1200 Getty Center Dr-90049

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