About this experience
From The Getty Center's terraces, Los Angeles stretches to the Pacific Ocean. Explore world-class art by Van Gogh, Monet and Rembrandt with a Private Licensed Guide and timed entry.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visit The Getty Center with a 5-Star Guide fluent in your chosen language
- Skip the line with timed entry and enjoy seamless access to the museum
- Discover European art, stunning gardens, and Getty’s iconic architecture
- Learn about masterpieces while admiring panoramic Los Angeles views
- Explore at your pace with a fully personalized and enriching experience
Experience the wonders of The Getty Center with Rosotravel on a private tour that offers the perfect blend of art, architecture, and breathtaking views. Let a Licensed Private Guide tailor the experience to your interests. Discover the cultural treasures of Los Angeles with us today
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately—the tour takes place rain or shine.
What is included
- Expert commentary tailored to your interests
- 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your chosen language
- Private Tour of The Getty Center, Los Angeles
- Personalized experience with time for questions, hidden gems, and photo stops
- Timed Reservation Entry to The Getty Center
- (e.g. European art, Getty architecture, Los Angeles views)
Not included
- Food & Drinks
Itinerary and highlights
The Getty Center Galleries house one of the most prestigious art collections in the world, spanning European drawings, paintings, illuminated manuscripts, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the present, as well as international photography.
Designed by architect Richard Meier, the galleries are housed in five interconnected pavilions (North, East, South, West, and the Exhibitions Pavilion) that utilize a sophisticated system of computer-controlled louvers to flood the spaces with natural light.
The Central Garden at the Getty Center is often described as a "sculpture in the form of a garden." Designed by renowned contemporary artist Robert Irwin, this 134,000-square-foot evolving work of art is set in a natural ravine between the museum's buildings and is just as vital to the Getty experience as the paintings inside.
The Getty Center Tram is the iconic "hover-train" that serves as the gateway to the Getty Center. Because the museum is perched on a hilltop to distance it from the noise and bustle of the city, this sleek, white tram provides a futuristic, three-minute journey from the parking entrance up to the museum’s arrival plaza.
For many, the ride is a highlight of the visit, offering a cinematic transition from the urban sprawl of the 405 Freeway to the serene, travertine "Acropolis" of the Getty.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your guide In front of Restaurant at The Getty Center; 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049, United States. Please do not enter the restaurant, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- New York City Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- Timed reservation allows you to skip the reservation line but you must still pass through security checks.
- Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately—the tour takes place rain or shine.
- Group size is limited to 1–15 people per guide. For larger groups, additional guides will be arranged.
- Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance — we're happy to help!
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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