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Los Angeles: Getty Center Guided Tour

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Los Angeles: Getty Center Guided Tour
Top rated
4.9565215 out of 5 stars
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4.9565215 out of 5 stars
46 reviews

Explore the highlights of the Getty Center's permanent collection on this private guided tour with an expert art historian.

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Free cancellation
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Duration 1.5 - 2 hours
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Once purchased, you’ll receive a booking confirmation from the activity provider.
Live tour guide
English, French
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

K
Keith – United States

Ellen was our guide and she was very informative. I took my family and we all had a great time

M
Markus – Switzerland

The tour we booked was perfectly tailored to us as a family. The different eras were explained with appropriate examples so that we got a good overview in a one-hour tour. Particularly interesting and entertaining were the explanations of techniques or peculiarities of the respective eras or artists

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    The Getty

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Highlights

  • Journey through time on your tour from the Middle Ages to the late 19th century.
  • Marvel at stunning panoramic views of Los Angeles and relax in charming gardens
  • Learn the life stories of the famous artists whose works are in the Getty Center
  • See works by da Vinci, Monet, Rembrandt and van Gogh with an art historian guide
  • With surprises along the way, you will never look at art the same way again!

Full description

Explore one of Los Angeles' top sights with an art historian on a private, guided tour. Choose from four tours that fit your interests and time constraints!

Just for Kids from 6-12 is a 1-hour tour especially designed to show kids how to look at and what to look for when viewing a work of art. Some of the fun approaches we use include a scavenger hunt, detective clues, storytelling and interactive questions. In addition, kids will be able to touch and handle different artist materials from chisels and brushes to papyrus and marble! You'll be amazed by your shared discoveries! At the end of the tour, each child receives an “Art Appreciation Badge” and a special art gift! Chaperones are required at a ratio of one adult to every 3 kids!

For Adults:
The Classic I.5 -Hour Tour is quick, fast-paced and focused. It is a brief Introduction to the Museum to see and hear fascinating facts about the highlights of the permanent collection. Artworks on the tour may include da Vinci, Bernini, Rembrandt, Turner, Manet, Monet, Renoir and the signature artwork of The Getty Center: Vincent van Gogh’s "The Irises" plus a rare panoramic view of Los Angeles.

The Deluxe 2-hour tour is a more art-balanced tour providing a more comprehensive overview with time for questions and discussion. You will see all the main highlights of the 1.5 hour tour PLUS additional art from each art period including the impressive Medieval Manuscripts collection. With more time, your guide will be able to show more art from each period and provide more context of each artists’ influences and contributions to art history.

The Grand 2.5 hour tour is an in-depth tour that includes all of what you see and hear on the 2-hour tour PLUS a thorough exploration of the ingenious architecture of Richard Meier and the tragedies and triumphs of the personal history of The Getty family. You will have more time for discussions and questions, including the impact of Copyright Issues and the controversies that surround Artificial Intelligence.
Ideal for Art lovers who want a deeper dive into the museum’s collection and to enjoy the Getty Center at a more leisurely pace. See lesser-known seminal artworks and enjoy hearing about the personal lives of the artists. A bonus to this tour is to see authentic, rare video clips of both Monet and Renoir creating art!

Includes

  • Getty Center entry ticket (the price includes museum admission tickets which will be emailed upon booking)
  • Private Art historian tour guide
  • Listening devices (for groups of 6 or more)
  • Gift and Badge for kids over 6 years of age (with 1-hour Just for Kids tour option)
  • Parking fee ($25 per car)
  • Drinks and snacks (available for purchase)

Meeting point

Meet directly at The Getty. Your guide will be sending you specific meeting instructions and other important information prior to your tour date.

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  • Flash photography

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  • No audio guide is provided. Assisted Listening Devices that are UV-sanitized for groups of 6 or more or by request are provided at no charge
  • Strollers, as well as wheelchairs, are provided by The Getty at no charge

From $225 per group up to 6

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Keith – United StatesSeptember 28, 2024 – Verified booking
Ellen was our guide and she was very informative. I took my family and we all had a great time
M
Markus – SwitzerlandAugust 5, 2024 – Verified booking
The tour we booked was perfectly tailored to us as a family. The different eras were explained with appropriate examples so that we got a good overview in a one-hour tour. Particularly interesting and entertaining were the explanations of techniques or peculiarities of the respective eras or artists
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Bob – United StatesJune 9, 2024 – Verified booking
A hidden gem, no more. Ellen was simply great, so charming, knowledgeable, informing, and entertaining. The only way to experience this amazing museum. RJT

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