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La Brea Tar Pits Museum holds a 4.4/5 rating from 19 reviews on tickadoo.
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La Brea Tar Pits Museum holds a 4.4/5 rating from 19 reviews on tickadoo.
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Highlights
Visit a working fossil excavation site in central Los Angeles
See fossils and learn about ice age creatures
Discover hands-on exhibits and interactive displays
Join the Excavator Tour for unique insights into paleontology
What’s Included
General admission to the museum at La Brea Tar Pits
Access to temporary exhibitions
The Excavator Tour
Step Into the Past at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum
Experience a remarkable journey into prehistory at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum. Located in central Los Angeles, this unique destination lets you witness an active fossil dig site and see science in action. From the moment you enter, you are transported back to an era when mammoths and saber-toothed cats roamed the region.
Witness Active Excavations
Observe tar bubbling from the ground - evidence of the ongoing natural processes that have preserved thousands of animal and plant fossils. The museum sits on the world’s only active urban fossil excavation site. During your visit, watch scientists uncover and study fossils, revealing incredible secrets about Earth’s ancient periods.
See Fascinating Fossils and Ancient Life
Stroll through the museum’s exhibits to view real fossils of species like mammoths, dire wolves and giant sloths. Life-size replicas and engaging displays bring the distant past to life, making it an engaging educational adventure for both adults and children. Learn how these creatures lived, what their world looked like and why they vanished.
Join the Excavator Tour
Take the included Excavator Tour to explore behind-the-scenes areas of the Tar Pits. Knowledgeable guides explain the history of the site and the excavation methods still in use. This insight into paleontology makes your experience even richer and more memorable.
Family-Friendly Interactive Experiences
Interactive stations, hands-on activities and multimedia installations are designed for curious minds of all ages. Kids can enjoy touchable fossil displays and educational games that make science fun and accessible. Temporary exhibits and special events often complement the museum’s permanent collection, so visitors always have something new to explore.
Plan Your Visit
The La Brea Tar Pits Museum is wheelchair accessible and located along Wilshire Boulevard, close to many other Los Angeles attractions. General admission includes access to all core exhibits, temporary exhibitions and the popular Excavator Tour, but note that parking and some special experiences may incur an extra fee.
Experience the thrill of discovery at a destination where the past is always present - perfect for families, students, science fans and anyone fascinated by history. See more experiences in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Natural History Museum or Academy Museum on tickadoo.
No outside food or drinks allowed in exhibit areas
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Remain on marked paths when viewing outdoor excavation sites
Photography without flash is permitted
What are the La Brea Tar Pits?
The La Brea Tar Pits are natural asphalt seeps where thousands of Ice Age animals became trapped and were preserved over 50,000 years, creating one of the world's richest fossil sites.
Can I see actual tar bubbling at La Brea?
Yes, you can see active tar seeps bubbling on the museum grounds. The Lake Pit outside the museum has visible asphalt rising to the surface.
What animals have been found at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Discoveries include saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, mammoths, giant sloths, and thousands of other Ice Age specimens preserved in the tar.
How long should I spend at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Plan 1.5-2 hours to see the indoor museum exhibits, outdoor tar seeps, and the paleontology lab where scientists prepare real fossils.
Can I watch scientists working at La Brea?
Yes, the Fossil Lab has viewing windows where you can watch paleontologists clean and prepare real fossils recovered from the tar pits.
Is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum suitable for kids?
Yes, children are fascinated by the life-sized animal sculptures, real fossils, and the active dig site. It is educational and engaging for all ages.
Where is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum?
The museum is on Wilshire Boulevard in the Miracle Mile district, part of the larger Museum Row area of Los Angeles.
Are the outdoor tar pits free to see?
The park grounds and outdoor tar seeps are free to view. A ticket is required to enter the indoor museum galleries.
Is the museum being renovated?
The museum has been undergoing renovation phases. Some galleries may be affected. Check current opening status before your visit.
Is parking available at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Metered street parking and nearby paid lots are available. The museum is also accessible via public transit on Wilshire Boulevard.
Parking fees are not included with your ticket
Admission does not include the 3D Theater or Ice Age Encounters Show
The museum is wheelchair accessible
Allow plenty of time to explore the fossil excavation sites
Check opening times before your visit to plan accordingly
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience
5801 Wilshire Boulevard-90036
Highlights
Visit a working fossil excavation site in central Los Angeles
See fossils and learn about ice age creatures
Discover hands-on exhibits and interactive displays
Join the Excavator Tour for unique insights into paleontology
What’s Included
General admission to the museum at La Brea Tar Pits
Access to temporary exhibitions
The Excavator Tour
Step Into the Past at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum
Experience a remarkable journey into prehistory at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum. Located in central Los Angeles, this unique destination lets you witness an active fossil dig site and see science in action. From the moment you enter, you are transported back to an era when mammoths and saber-toothed cats roamed the region.
Witness Active Excavations
Observe tar bubbling from the ground - evidence of the ongoing natural processes that have preserved thousands of animal and plant fossils. The museum sits on the world’s only active urban fossil excavation site. During your visit, watch scientists uncover and study fossils, revealing incredible secrets about Earth’s ancient periods.
See Fascinating Fossils and Ancient Life
Stroll through the museum’s exhibits to view real fossils of species like mammoths, dire wolves and giant sloths. Life-size replicas and engaging displays bring the distant past to life, making it an engaging educational adventure for both adults and children. Learn how these creatures lived, what their world looked like and why they vanished.
Join the Excavator Tour
Take the included Excavator Tour to explore behind-the-scenes areas of the Tar Pits. Knowledgeable guides explain the history of the site and the excavation methods still in use. This insight into paleontology makes your experience even richer and more memorable.
Family-Friendly Interactive Experiences
Interactive stations, hands-on activities and multimedia installations are designed for curious minds of all ages. Kids can enjoy touchable fossil displays and educational games that make science fun and accessible. Temporary exhibits and special events often complement the museum’s permanent collection, so visitors always have something new to explore.
Plan Your Visit
The La Brea Tar Pits Museum is wheelchair accessible and located along Wilshire Boulevard, close to many other Los Angeles attractions. General admission includes access to all core exhibits, temporary exhibitions and the popular Excavator Tour, but note that parking and some special experiences may incur an extra fee.
Experience the thrill of discovery at a destination where the past is always present - perfect for families, students, science fans and anyone fascinated by history. See more experiences in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Natural History Museum or Academy Museum on tickadoo.
No outside food or drinks allowed in exhibit areas
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Remain on marked paths when viewing outdoor excavation sites
Photography without flash is permitted
What are the La Brea Tar Pits?
The La Brea Tar Pits are natural asphalt seeps where thousands of Ice Age animals became trapped and were preserved over 50,000 years, creating one of the world's richest fossil sites.
Can I see actual tar bubbling at La Brea?
Yes, you can see active tar seeps bubbling on the museum grounds. The Lake Pit outside the museum has visible asphalt rising to the surface.
What animals have been found at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Discoveries include saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, mammoths, giant sloths, and thousands of other Ice Age specimens preserved in the tar.
How long should I spend at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Plan 1.5-2 hours to see the indoor museum exhibits, outdoor tar seeps, and the paleontology lab where scientists prepare real fossils.
Can I watch scientists working at La Brea?
Yes, the Fossil Lab has viewing windows where you can watch paleontologists clean and prepare real fossils recovered from the tar pits.
Is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum suitable for kids?
Yes, children are fascinated by the life-sized animal sculptures, real fossils, and the active dig site. It is educational and engaging for all ages.
Where is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum?
The museum is on Wilshire Boulevard in the Miracle Mile district, part of the larger Museum Row area of Los Angeles.
Are the outdoor tar pits free to see?
The park grounds and outdoor tar seeps are free to view. A ticket is required to enter the indoor museum galleries.
Is the museum being renovated?
The museum has been undergoing renovation phases. Some galleries may be affected. Check current opening status before your visit.
Is parking available at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Metered street parking and nearby paid lots are available. The museum is also accessible via public transit on Wilshire Boulevard.
Parking fees are not included with your ticket
Admission does not include the 3D Theater or Ice Age Encounters Show
The museum is wheelchair accessible
Allow plenty of time to explore the fossil excavation sites
Check opening times before your visit to plan accordingly
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience
5801 Wilshire Boulevard-90036
Highlights
Visit a working fossil excavation site in central Los Angeles
See fossils and learn about ice age creatures
Discover hands-on exhibits and interactive displays
Join the Excavator Tour for unique insights into paleontology
What’s Included
General admission to the museum at La Brea Tar Pits
Access to temporary exhibitions
The Excavator Tour
Step Into the Past at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum
Experience a remarkable journey into prehistory at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum. Located in central Los Angeles, this unique destination lets you witness an active fossil dig site and see science in action. From the moment you enter, you are transported back to an era when mammoths and saber-toothed cats roamed the region.
Witness Active Excavations
Observe tar bubbling from the ground - evidence of the ongoing natural processes that have preserved thousands of animal and plant fossils. The museum sits on the world’s only active urban fossil excavation site. During your visit, watch scientists uncover and study fossils, revealing incredible secrets about Earth’s ancient periods.
See Fascinating Fossils and Ancient Life
Stroll through the museum’s exhibits to view real fossils of species like mammoths, dire wolves and giant sloths. Life-size replicas and engaging displays bring the distant past to life, making it an engaging educational adventure for both adults and children. Learn how these creatures lived, what their world looked like and why they vanished.
Join the Excavator Tour
Take the included Excavator Tour to explore behind-the-scenes areas of the Tar Pits. Knowledgeable guides explain the history of the site and the excavation methods still in use. This insight into paleontology makes your experience even richer and more memorable.
Family-Friendly Interactive Experiences
Interactive stations, hands-on activities and multimedia installations are designed for curious minds of all ages. Kids can enjoy touchable fossil displays and educational games that make science fun and accessible. Temporary exhibits and special events often complement the museum’s permanent collection, so visitors always have something new to explore.
Plan Your Visit
The La Brea Tar Pits Museum is wheelchair accessible and located along Wilshire Boulevard, close to many other Los Angeles attractions. General admission includes access to all core exhibits, temporary exhibitions and the popular Excavator Tour, but note that parking and some special experiences may incur an extra fee.
Experience the thrill of discovery at a destination where the past is always present - perfect for families, students, science fans and anyone fascinated by history. See more experiences in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Natural History Museum or Academy Museum on tickadoo.
Parking fees are not included with your ticket
Admission does not include the 3D Theater or Ice Age Encounters Show
The museum is wheelchair accessible
Allow plenty of time to explore the fossil excavation sites
Check opening times before your visit to plan accordingly
No outside food or drinks allowed in exhibit areas
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Remain on marked paths when viewing outdoor excavation sites
Photography without flash is permitted
What are the La Brea Tar Pits?
The La Brea Tar Pits are natural asphalt seeps where thousands of Ice Age animals became trapped and were preserved over 50,000 years, creating one of the world's richest fossil sites.
Can I see actual tar bubbling at La Brea?
Yes, you can see active tar seeps bubbling on the museum grounds. The Lake Pit outside the museum has visible asphalt rising to the surface.
What animals have been found at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Discoveries include saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, mammoths, giant sloths, and thousands of other Ice Age specimens preserved in the tar.
How long should I spend at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Plan 1.5-2 hours to see the indoor museum exhibits, outdoor tar seeps, and the paleontology lab where scientists prepare real fossils.
Can I watch scientists working at La Brea?
Yes, the Fossil Lab has viewing windows where you can watch paleontologists clean and prepare real fossils recovered from the tar pits.
Is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum suitable for kids?
Yes, children are fascinated by the life-sized animal sculptures, real fossils, and the active dig site. It is educational and engaging for all ages.
Where is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum?
The museum is on Wilshire Boulevard in the Miracle Mile district, part of the larger Museum Row area of Los Angeles.
Are the outdoor tar pits free to see?
The park grounds and outdoor tar seeps are free to view. A ticket is required to enter the indoor museum galleries.
Is the museum being renovated?
The museum has been undergoing renovation phases. Some galleries may be affected. Check current opening status before your visit.
Is parking available at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Metered street parking and nearby paid lots are available. The museum is also accessible via public transit on Wilshire Boulevard.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience
5801 Wilshire Boulevard-90036
Highlights
Visit a working fossil excavation site in central Los Angeles
See fossils and learn about ice age creatures
Discover hands-on exhibits and interactive displays
Join the Excavator Tour for unique insights into paleontology
What’s Included
General admission to the museum at La Brea Tar Pits
Access to temporary exhibitions
The Excavator Tour
Step Into the Past at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum
Experience a remarkable journey into prehistory at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum. Located in central Los Angeles, this unique destination lets you witness an active fossil dig site and see science in action. From the moment you enter, you are transported back to an era when mammoths and saber-toothed cats roamed the region.
Witness Active Excavations
Observe tar bubbling from the ground - evidence of the ongoing natural processes that have preserved thousands of animal and plant fossils. The museum sits on the world’s only active urban fossil excavation site. During your visit, watch scientists uncover and study fossils, revealing incredible secrets about Earth’s ancient periods.
See Fascinating Fossils and Ancient Life
Stroll through the museum’s exhibits to view real fossils of species like mammoths, dire wolves and giant sloths. Life-size replicas and engaging displays bring the distant past to life, making it an engaging educational adventure for both adults and children. Learn how these creatures lived, what their world looked like and why they vanished.
Join the Excavator Tour
Take the included Excavator Tour to explore behind-the-scenes areas of the Tar Pits. Knowledgeable guides explain the history of the site and the excavation methods still in use. This insight into paleontology makes your experience even richer and more memorable.
Family-Friendly Interactive Experiences
Interactive stations, hands-on activities and multimedia installations are designed for curious minds of all ages. Kids can enjoy touchable fossil displays and educational games that make science fun and accessible. Temporary exhibits and special events often complement the museum’s permanent collection, so visitors always have something new to explore.
Plan Your Visit
The La Brea Tar Pits Museum is wheelchair accessible and located along Wilshire Boulevard, close to many other Los Angeles attractions. General admission includes access to all core exhibits, temporary exhibitions and the popular Excavator Tour, but note that parking and some special experiences may incur an extra fee.
Experience the thrill of discovery at a destination where the past is always present - perfect for families, students, science fans and anyone fascinated by history. See more experiences in Los Angeles on tickadoo. Looking for more? Check out Natural History Museum or Academy Museum on tickadoo.
Parking fees are not included with your ticket
Admission does not include the 3D Theater or Ice Age Encounters Show
The museum is wheelchair accessible
Allow plenty of time to explore the fossil excavation sites
Check opening times before your visit to plan accordingly
No outside food or drinks allowed in exhibit areas
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Remain on marked paths when viewing outdoor excavation sites
Photography without flash is permitted
What are the La Brea Tar Pits?
The La Brea Tar Pits are natural asphalt seeps where thousands of Ice Age animals became trapped and were preserved over 50,000 years, creating one of the world's richest fossil sites.
Can I see actual tar bubbling at La Brea?
Yes, you can see active tar seeps bubbling on the museum grounds. The Lake Pit outside the museum has visible asphalt rising to the surface.
What animals have been found at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Discoveries include saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, mammoths, giant sloths, and thousands of other Ice Age specimens preserved in the tar.
How long should I spend at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Plan 1.5-2 hours to see the indoor museum exhibits, outdoor tar seeps, and the paleontology lab where scientists prepare real fossils.
Can I watch scientists working at La Brea?
Yes, the Fossil Lab has viewing windows where you can watch paleontologists clean and prepare real fossils recovered from the tar pits.
Is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum suitable for kids?
Yes, children are fascinated by the life-sized animal sculptures, real fossils, and the active dig site. It is educational and engaging for all ages.
Where is the La Brea Tar Pits Museum?
The museum is on Wilshire Boulevard in the Miracle Mile district, part of the larger Museum Row area of Los Angeles.
Are the outdoor tar pits free to see?
The park grounds and outdoor tar seeps are free to view. A ticket is required to enter the indoor museum galleries.
Is the museum being renovated?
The museum has been undergoing renovation phases. Some galleries may be affected. Check current opening status before your visit.
Is parking available at the La Brea Tar Pits?
Metered street parking and nearby paid lots are available. The museum is also accessible via public transit on Wilshire Boulevard.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience
5801 Wilshire Boulevard-90036
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