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The J. Paul Getty Museum    

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The J. Paul Getty Museum, commonly referred to as the Getty, is an art museum in Los Angeles, California housed on two campuses: the Getty Center and Getty Villa.

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The only public entrance to the Getty Center is via Getty Center Drive from N. Sepulveda Boulevard – your GPS may mislead you
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The museum witnesses over 2 million visitors every year
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Lunch at the museum is cheap, with plenty of vegetarian options and great service
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You can purchase the getty museum tickets online or at their office
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Admission is always free, but note that parking is $15
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The restaurant is upscale and usually requires a reservation
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Pack a sack lunch or dinner, a bottle of wine, tour the museum, then wander into the gardens
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In case of any troubles reaching the getty, or confusion regarding the visiting hours you can also call on the number provided
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Photographs are displayed on a rotation to avoid deterioration
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Admission is free, but parking is $20 ($15 after 3pm)
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Reservations are recommended, though walk-ins are accepted if space is available
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The getty center houses a stunning art collection in beautiful surroundings with a breath-taking view over the city
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Recommended tour: private getty museum tour with expert guide
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Entry to the museum is free and no reservations are required
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The central garden, a work of art created by robert irwin, offers splendid views
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Buy tickets to a scavenger hunt at the getty here
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Stroll on the Boardwalk and you'll see various street performers juggling, dancing, singing or haggling
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Gri has one art gallery on its entrance level that is open to the public
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Computer-controlled skylights on the second-floor galleries allow paintings to be displayed in natural light
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Visitors can get information about exhibitions, play with an interactive timeline, watch videos on art-making techniques, and more
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Step away to the beach for some peace and quiet
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Check out the modern sculpture garden just past it
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The getty center is widely regarded as one of the state's most renowned humanmade structures
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Nov 11, 2023
Imagine every art gallery you have ever been to. Imagine them all housed together in stunning modern architecture surrounded by beautiful outdoor spaces and gardens. That’s the Getty Centre. It’s so… Full review by LouCradd
Nov 10, 2023
My friend and I went here for a few hours. We did both the architecture tour and the garden tour. We had Steve as a guide for both tours and they were very informative. The gardens are so beautiful. … Full review by Uccman39
Nov 9, 2023
The Getty Center is a fantastic spot for everyone! With its mix of art, cool buildings, and beautiful gardens, it's a total cultural adventure. Whether you're into art or just want a chill place with… Full review by Braxton B
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Articles

Sitting atop a hill in the midst of the Santa Monica Mountains, the Getty Center comprises a sprawling garden and a formidable structur…
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The Getty Center, in Los Angeles, California, is a campus of the Getty Museum and other programs of the Getty Trust. The $1.3 billion …
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Also known as J Paul Getty Museum, this is one attraction you must visit in Los Angeles if you time on your hands. The experience in this m…
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The J. Paul Getty Museum, a program of the J. Paul Getty Trust, is an art museum. It has two locations, one at the Getty Center in Los Ang…
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What’s now called the Getty Villa served as the decades-long home for the J. Paul Getty Trust’s extensive art collection. But in 1997, the Gett…
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Facts

Architect:Richard Meier
Established:1997
Visitors:1,400,000 (2019)

Questions & answers

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Can I use mobility scooter in the museum for handicapped person
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Yes
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Can I bring my dog?
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sorry no idea is it a service animal i was discriminated against as a disabled person with a mobility devise
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Easiest way from airport hotel ?
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LA is dominated by the car. Uber worked fast and well for us.
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Do I need to reserve a ticket in advance to go to the museum
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No. It is free.
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How much is the entrance ticket?
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Other travelers have already explained that there is no entrance fee- but parking was $20. This is an amazing place - don't miss it.
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Who contributes to the Getty Vocabularies?
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Contributors are typically Getty projects, museums, art libraries, archives, bibliographic and documentation projects, visual resources collections, and scholars. See the online list of …
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Contributors are typically Getty projects, museums, art libraries, archives, bibliographic and documentation projects, visual resources collections, and scholars. See the online list of ContributorsContribute...
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