The Getty Center, Los Angeles
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The Getty Center - by Kelly Beamsley on Google
Description
The Getty Center houses collections covering pre-20th century European paintings, drawings, sculptures and decorative arts as well as an extensive collection of photographs dating back from the 1830s. The campus is also home to various Getty related foundations, trusts and institutes. It was designed by architect Richard Meier and is known for its architecture, gardens and views overlooking Los Angeles. The collections are owned by the J. Paul Getty Museum (created by the oil magnate) which has another campus in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood (northwest of Santa Monica) called the Getty Villa that is focused on the arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome, and Etruria.
Access & Transport
The museum is in the Brentwood neighbourhood, in north-west LA. From downtown LA, take the I-405N (exit 57b). Metro bus line 761 stops by the entrance, coming from 'Expo / Sepulveda' light rail station (Line E) For information on accessibility: https://www.getty.edu/visit/center/accessibility/
Instructions & Recommendations
Admission is free and currently requires a timed-entry reservation (for anybody aged 2 and above)
Environmental & Social
Minor environmental footprint (electricity mostly). The museum and foundation have a strong educational vocation and support several projects. See some details here: https://www.getty.edu/our-work/
Conclusion
The museum combines high-quality artwork with an exceptional environment (views, architectures, grounds) at a low cost (assuming parking fee is amortized across 2+ persons). A definite must-see cultural attraction when in LA.
Key positive
Varied collections with quality items
Striking architecture and views
Key negative
Odd pricing (parking Vs entrance fee)
Suitability
Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility. Suitable for all ages but best enjoyed by those > 12yrs old
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:2h 30m
Monday -
Tuesday10:00 - 17:30
Wednesday10:00 - 17:30
Thursday10:00 - 17:30
Friday10:00 - 17:30
Saturday10:00 - 20:00
Sunday10:00 - 17:30
Max number of travellers:
Min. Child age:3
Max. child age:11