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The Getty
I found the audio guides super helpful, but you can also just download the app and save some cash. Way easier than carrying a device around!
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
If you're planning to visit multiple museums in LA, consider getting the Museum Pass. It can save you some money and offers access to a bunch of places, including LACMA.
The Broad
The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
I suggest bringing snacks or a picnic. The cafe inside is kinda pricey and I didn’t find the food that great. I wish I had packed my own food!
Plan to spend about 3-4 hours there to really see everything. I thought a couple of hours would be enough, but I was so wrong!
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM)
Don't forget to explore the basement. I thought the best exhibits were all upstairs, but there are some cool surprises down below.
If you're a student or teacher, bring your ID! I saved a good amount on tickets with a student discount, which was unexpected.
Petersen Automotive Museum
I think the museum has a café, but I found food options a bit pricey. So, if you wanna save some cash, grab a bite before you come or pack a snack for the road!
I recommend starting your visit at 10 AM, just when they open. It gets packed later, and you can enjoy the exhibits without having to navigate through crowds.
If you're a car buff, take some time to read the info plaques. Some of the stories behind the cars are super interesting, and it adds to the experience as you go through the museum!
Petersen Automobile Museum
I think it's worth it to check online for tickets in advance because I saved some cash and skipped the longer lines.
Bring a water bottle with you. The museum has a nice café but it can get pricey. Keeping hydrated for less is always a win.
I suggest visiting on a weekday if you can. It was way less crowded and I could take my time looking at all the cool cars without feeling rushed.
I recommend getting the audio guide. It was a little rough around the edges, but it gave me some neat insights I wouldn't have known otherwise.
Griffith Observatory
If you can avoid weekends! It gets super crowded making parking a hassle. During weekdays it’s way more chill and easier to explore.
Make sure to download the Griffith Park app. It helps with hiking trails and gives info on some cool nearby attractions that you might miss otherwise
I recommend visiting around 3 PM. The sunset views from the observatory are stunning and you can catch the evening stars, which is a really great experience.
My advice is to check out the planetarium shows! They’re educational and really entertaining, but get your tickets early to avoid long lines.
Battleship USS Iowa Museum
I suggest visiting on a weekday, especially if you can swing it around 1 PM. The crowds are much lighter, and you can explore without feeling rushed or like you’re in a line
Madame Tussauds Hollywood
I recommend going around 2 PM... The crowd dies down a bit then and you can take better photos with the figures without too many people photobombing you