The Getty Center is an art museum and research institution in Los Angeles, California, set on a hilltop at 1200 Getty Center Drive in the Brentwood area of the city. It is also known as The Getty, and it is home to the J. Paul Getty Museum.
The collections span a wide range of periods, from ancient antiquities to contemporary art, so a visit can move from very old objects to work made much closer to our own time. Alongside the galleries, the site houses a research institution, which gives the place a quieter, scholarly side beneath its public displays.
What a visit offers
- Architecture: The buildings are a visit in themselves, and they are part of the experience of coming here.
- Gardens: The grounds are laid out as gardens, giving you places to pause between galleries.
- City views: The hilltop position opens out over Los Angeles, which makes the outdoor spaces as memorable as the indoor ones.
Planning your trip
The Getty suits visitors who want a mix of art, architecture and open-air walking in one place. Because it sits on a hill above the city, allow time to enjoy the views and the gardens rather than treating it only as a gallery stop. For opening arrangements and any other questions, you can call the museum on +1-310-440-7300 before you go.
