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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: 204 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 94 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 1494 of 28532
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Ryan December 13, 2024

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!

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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: 473 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 214 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 3201 of 28532
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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 8.4

221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 696 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 304 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 4554 of 28532
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The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum rating icon 8.2

5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 762 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 339 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 5301 of 28532
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Patricia January 15, 2025

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!

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Nathan December 10, 2024

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!

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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: 953 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 425 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 6367 of 28532
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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: 1061 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 484 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 6967 of 28532
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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: 1052 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 482 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 7085 of 28532
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Edward January 13, 2025

I think it's worth it to check online for tickets in advance because I saved some cash and skipped the longer lines.

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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: 1183 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 557 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 8029 of 28532
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Steven November 29, 2024

If you can avoid weekends! It gets super crowded making parking a hassle. During weekdays it’s way more chill and easier to explore.

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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: 1346 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 613 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 9121 of 28532
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Kevin December 13, 2024

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

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Madame Tussauds Hollywood rating icon 6.6

6933 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 1423 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 644 of 1912
Popularity Worldwide: 9727 of 28532
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Anthony January 2, 2025

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Zachary December 28, 2024

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

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