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The Getty rating icon 9.3

1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 201 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 97 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 1615 of 28460
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Los Angeles County Museum of Art rating icon 8.8

5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 479 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 220 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 3217 of 28460
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Barbara October 15, 2024

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.

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The Broad rating icon 8.3

221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 669 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 302 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 4496 of 28460
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The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum rating icon 8.1

5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 760 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 352 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 5146 of 28460
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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) rating icon 7.7

900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 948 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 432 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 6400 of 28460
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Thomas October 20, 2024

Don't forget to explore the basement. I thought the best exhibits were all upstairs, but there are some cool surprises down below.

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Tyler October 12, 2024

If you're a student or teacher, bring your ID! I saved a good amount on tickets with a student discount, which was unexpected.

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Petersen Automotive Museum rating icon 7.4

6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 1035 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 499 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 7159 of 28460
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Jill November 22, 2024

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!

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John November 7, 2024

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.

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Daniel October 28, 2024

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!

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Petersen Automobile Museum rating icon 7.4

6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 1054 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 480 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 7085 of 28460
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Paul November 23, 2024

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.

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Zachary October 24, 2024

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.

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Dorothy October 10, 2024

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.

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Griffith Observatory rating icon 7.1

2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 1182 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 560 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 7950 of 28460
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James November 17, 2024

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

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Richard November 13, 2024

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.

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Dorothy November 11, 2024

My advice is to check out the planetarium shows! They’re educational and really entertaining, but get your tickets early to avoid long lines.

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Battleship USS Iowa Museum rating icon 6.7

250 S Harbor Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90731, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 1348 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 606 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 9106 of 28460
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Madame Tussauds Hollywood rating icon 6.5

6933 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 1417 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 650 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 9758 of 28460
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