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The Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Central L.A)
310-440-7300
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As featured in Los Angeles for free and 1 other guide
Ranked #1 of 338 attractions in Los Angeles
Type: Museums, Art Museums
Activities: Arts and crafts
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Owner description: Spectacular museum boasts a most impressive collection by such luminaries as Van Gogh, Monet and Cezanne, along with the architectural triumph of its... more » Owner description: Spectacular museum boasts a most impressive collection by such luminaries as Van Gogh, Monet and Cezanne, along with the architectural triumph of its six buildings and gardens. « less
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Charleston, West Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

You could easily spend an entire day at the Getty Center. There is so much to see and do. Free activities for families and live entertainment. The garden tour is very nice and informative.

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London
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

A nice way to spend some time, a bit awkward to get to but an interesting venue to visit. If you are on vacation pop in and have a look around.

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Austin, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

The museum is in a beautiful location and as nice to enjoy on the inside as it is to enjoy on the outside. Their collections are put together really well.

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See 2 more reviews by 78746Mark for Los Angeles
Seattle, Washington
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7 attraction reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

I visited the Getty Centre with my 20 year old son and it is an amazing place. We especially enjoyed the garden :) We only had time to explore the "Overdrive" special exhibition which we found fascinating. The only negative was discovering that the Cafe closed at 3pm, about 5 minutes after we arrived with huge appetites and anticipating a... More

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San Jose, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

I am impressed with its architectural design and exhibitions. The garden is ok and the food is good.

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Watkinsville, Georgia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

What a delight, to end our fabulous day at The Getty! As it stays open until 9:00 on Fri. & Sat., this worked well with our busy day in Hollywood. BE SURE you don't use the GPS directions or the website address for your GPS. We lost much time, as that takes you to an entrance no longer in use... More

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Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Apart from parking ($15), and certain special exhibits/classes, the Getty is FREE! Excellent value. The restaurants/dining options are not cheap, however plenty of locations to sit with a packed lunch or picnic. The Getty Museum was well organized and efficient, from the tram up to the museum, to the guided tours. I definitely recommend a guided tour - several free... More

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melbourne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Amazing place, situated on top of a hill overlooking LA. For $15USD to park the car, you then get the tram ride up to the Centre, and entry to the exhibitions and any tours you would like to take part in. Great value really. The architectural tour was excellent, with the guide being a very warm and knowledgeable person. Unfortunately... More

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New York City, New York
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

First, if you are using a GPS device be sure to put in 1313 N Sepulveda rather than 1200 Getty Center Drive; otherwise, you might end up on a hill in front of a beautiful private home 20 minutes away. The museum is a wonder. The physical plant is as much a draw as the art. It may be the... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

The Getty Centre should not be missed if visiting LA as it provides one of the best views in LA along with the top of Runyon Canyon. The architecture is awe inspiring- modern limestone blocks against the blue sky and provides a platform for the many different views and outlooks of L A. The day we were there there were... More

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