Top Museums in California

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California Region | USA - Rated 8.8

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Museums in California:

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USS Midway Museum rating icon 9.7

910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 119 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 58 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 747 of 28408
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Samuel October 20, 2024

If you're on a budget, look for combo tickets with other attractions nearby. I saved some cash that way. Totally worth it!

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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: 202 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 92 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 1403 of 28408
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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: 477 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 218 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 3124 of 28408
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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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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art rating icon 8.6

151 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 542 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 250 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 3778 of 28408
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Mary November 5, 2024

If you want to avoid long lines, try to visit after 3 PM on weekdays. I went around that time and it was much less hectic, giving me more time to enjoy each piece!

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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: 699 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 300 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 4414 of 28408
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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: 788 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 339 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 5122 of 28408
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Winchester Mystery House rating icon 8

525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 853 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 377 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 5697 of 28408
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Anthony November 21, 2024

Plan to take the Grand Estate Tour if you can; it covers more of the house and its history. I feel like I got the full spooky experience this way!

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Christopher November 16, 2024

Take a sweater! Even in summer, some areas of the house can be a bit chilly, and you want to be comfortable while experiencing all the mystery.

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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: 944 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 433 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 6340 of 28408
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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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Exploratorium rating icon 7.7

Pier 15 Embarcadero at, Green St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 939 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 437 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 6384 of 28408
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Ronald October 19, 2024

If you're visiting with kids, here's a tip: there are family packs available at a discount that can save you some cash. We got one and it made a big difference!

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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: 1052 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 490 of 1904
Popularity Worldwide: 7036 of 28408
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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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