
The Getty Center in LA: Come for the Art, Stay for the Gardens
The Getty Center is the larger and more well-known of the two J. Paul Getty Museum locations in Los Angeles, the other being…
The Getty Center and Griffith Observatory are two of LA’s best landmarks, but they can be hard to reach and even harder to navigate once you’re here.
The Getty includes thousands of pre-20th-century European paintings and decorative ...
The Getty Center and Griffith Observatory are two of LA’s best landmarks, but they can be hard to reach and even harder to navigate once you’re here.
The Getty includes thousands of pre-20th-century European paintings and decorative arts inside and beautifully landscaped gardens outdoors. Meanwhile, the observatory features 67,000 square feet of exhibition space and a planetarium. How can you possibly experience it all without missing anything?
We have the pros here to help! This tour was designed not only by some of the observatory’s former employees but also an astronomical artist that worked on the current planetarium show. We’ll enhance your experience by taking you on a curated journey through art, space and time. We cover everything from art and science to history, architecture and movie trivia.
And get ready for the incredible photos. There are so many Instagrammable shots at both locations. You’ll be blown away by these stellar West Coast views.
Don’t forget the opportunity to add a show in the world-famous planetarium theater with our optional upgrade available for ages 5 and older. It’s a 40-minute immersive show with live narration that’s truly out of this world.
Ready to discover the wonders of The Getty Center and the Griffith Observatory all in one perfect day? We can’t wait to show you the real stars of LA!
Our meeting point and a celebrity hotspot
Featuring European paintings and sculptures from the 1800s to present day
Narrated tour through Beverly Hills, Sunset Strip, and Hollywood as we drive to the observatory
Food options available at both The Getty and Griffith Observatory cafes or BYO to enjoy at either destination
Your doorway to the cosmos and a glimpse of our place in it
One of the best views of this LA icon
A show in an immersive theater with a high-tech star projector
Returning to the Original Farmers Market
Tickets are available on-site for $10 per adult and $6 per child aged 5-12. Children under 5 aren’t allowed in the theater.
This tour is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.
This tour ends at Original Farmers Market.
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
You’ll board the bus in front of TASCHEN bookstore at 6333 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90036. Look for your guide wearing official ExperienceFirst gear.
There are no reserved seats for children 2 and under (and no charge for their ticket), and they are required to sit on your lap. If you’d like a seat for your toddler or infant, please purchase one at the child rate. Children 3 and older require their own seat. Car seats are optional and must be provided by you with a reserved seat.
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 24 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.
Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.
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