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Free...says it all(closed Mondays)Great food, great architecture too.....big gardens....go the the Villa too
kudzu.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Going to the Getty is not really about the art, it's about the buildings and the views. It's a modern-day Hearst Castle and every bit as impressive. When I go to most museums, I return again and…
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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This is a great way to spend the day....it is free .....parking is a small cost but worth it....great food....great art....closed Mondays
kudzu.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beatiful space. Soothing vibes.
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW.. 340 Reviews for the Getty.. Now I am the 341ST person to write a review for The Getty.. So.. It has been perhaps a little over 2 years since the last time that I came here. So, when I was…
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. One of the most beautiful location in Southern California. Good place to go on a date.
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Getty is my number one place to take my out of town guests. While the artwork in the museum itself isn't amazingly spectacular, it seems that over the years the collections are steadily improving.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Getty Center! Last time I was here, it was for "College Night '08" with featured guest speaker, Dr. Drew Pinsky (from Loveline and Celebrity Rehab). They also host "Summer Nights" which…
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Remember that scene in Ferris Bueller's Day Off where he (back when Matthew Broderick was a total hottie & not cheating on his wife SJP) and Cameron and Sloane go to the Art Institute of Chicago and…
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't miss the illustrated Incan ethnographic manuscripts. Richard Meier's architecture about light complements the landscape photography holdings. The staff is very friendly about making…
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is amazing. The archtecture the gardens. So great and free, well except for parking. Check out the resturant devine!
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yep, the Getty Center is definitely deserving of it's high grades. If you haven't yet been to the Getty, I highly recommend it. However, I would say to go on a week day if you can. Weekends are super…
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely a huge step up from the Villa in the 'Bu'... Huge massive buildings housing pricelss artwork and you can just spend hours roaming around the grounds.. Restaurant is very good and a…
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
all of the low-star reviews on here are simply bitching about the parking. yeah, it kinda sucks, but fuckin' whatevers. it's los angeles and it's a famous museum, they do what they can and i…
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took my first trip to the Getty over Labor Day Weekend. I had a friend in town who is really into photography and I figured what a better place to take someone! I was blown away by the sheer size…
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely LOVE this place. Let me start by saying that I am NOT an art expert. I am just an admirer of things pleasing to my eyes.
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go Early Early Early! Avoid the Traffic Jam to get to the Drive way that takes you to the Crazy When Crowded Parking Garage. When you are an early riser, you can leisurely choose your parking spot. You…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went on a tour of the architectural sights of LA over the weekend and the Getty was on my shortlist. This place has kind of a creepy Logan's run sort of feel to it but kind of in a good creepy way.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Its free and its beautiful. The botanical gardens are amazing. The collection is good. I have never been to any museums outside of Los Angeles, so that being considered, you probably will just…
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Being from Los Angeles, I love getting back to the Getty when I go home. It really is is pure pleasure. Easy to get to right off the freeway. Parking is another stressless part of your visit. Then it…
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome! The first time I went here was on a Friday night when they had one of the shows as part of their Summer Concert Series. The place was PACKED! It took us about an hour and a half…
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a spectacular place with great views all around! A perfect place to spend the day - indoors or out - between their fountains, gardens, exhibit halls you cannot go wrong.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For LA, its a great museum... but compared to all the other musuems of the world like in NY or Paris... it doesnt really toot my horn. I would probably say its possible to see everything in less than…
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here over the weekend recently and it was great. I have not been since I moved to LA and I wanted to check out the Bernini exhibit. The exhibit was wonderful and going to the Getty at night is…
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went here was with my Photography class last year.. We didn't stay long and wasn't able to really look around because we had a project to do there. So about a month ago I took the bus…
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
gorgeous. it is lovely in the winter time when all the leaves on the trees have fallen and you see the sunset right behind the trees...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i loved it. even though i still have absoutely no clue who paul getty was, i sure am glad that he left his inheritance to build a museum.
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Getty is one of the best places in LA. It is beautiful anytime of year, though I am a fan of the gardens in spring, and the views are awesome! I liked to go in the winter when it gets dark sooner…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the getty!!! My dad was one of the carpenters that worked on this location.
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think it was free to get in but 17 to park. I have a few videos of this music exhibit as soon as you walk in. The museum is what seems a mile up in the mountains. Very modern and the gift shop is…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wow.... It was last Saturday that I went to the Getty (Aug 16th). The day began with me and my BF. We decided to go to the Getty. We picke dup Bradley S. on the way since he's like down the street…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sorry to be the grinch here, but the Getty has some major logistical issues that make me quake in my boots whenever I contemplate going there. First off, the parking. Go on the weekends and you will…
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome place, everyone that is here wants to be here so there's just a good vibe about it. One of the coolest things is that when it rains they just start passing out umbrellas, which is the coolest…
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can go to this place over and over again...well, three months apart from each visit. Went here for my 16th birthday and fell in love with the place. While it may sound like blasphemy, for me, the art…
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's places like this that threaten the very existence of the LACMA. It has an amazing view of Brentwood, Santa Monica, etc.; it's free (pay only $8 for parking and shuttle up to the grounds); better…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. This place is awesome and free. All you need is $8 for parking. First off, I'd like to take a moment to thank the late Estelle Getty who made the Getty Center possible, donating all of her…
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
HUGE Museum. Architecture is cool! I don't think you can get through this whole museum in one day... well maybe you can if you go when it opens and leave when it closes. I heard BREAKFAST here is…
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am so glad they built this place. It is much bigger than it's Malibu parent, but certainly much much newer, design wise which distinguishes it. Lots of gallery space, unique design, even…
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Getty! What can I say that 300 others haven't? In sum...It's free admission, parking is $8... put on your walking shoes, and bring a camera! Definitely a sight to behold. The greatest…
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A must see. If you have visitors from out of state take them here. It will be an affordable and enlightening afternoon. The architecture and gardens are so incredible, pictures cannot do them justice.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the mid summer nights at Getty where you can enjoy a picnic dinner outside and listen to local bands with the sun setting in the background. This year Getty expanded their summer night concerts…
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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No idea why this place is listed several times....oh well. I am so glad they built this place. It is bigger than it's Malibu parent, but certainly much much newer. Lots of gallery space, unique design, even...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love The Getty Center!!! The view here is absolutely beautiful! It's the only place where you can get views of the ocean, mountain, the valley, and the city, all at once. It's so beautiful! The…
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
one of my favorite museums in the world. they offer so much more than the art on display as well. i would come here almost everyday when I was studying art history at ucla. the research assistance is…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful views, gorgeous architecture and a great collection of artwork. Highly recommend it when you visit LA.
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In my mind I see myself here with my future boyfriend. It's a Friday afternoon and we both called in sick because we were up last night drinking expensive Merlot and debating great American writers…
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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This is such an awesome musuem. Not only do they have fantastic artwork here, but there are so many photo opps here, because you are high in the hills of LA, that you can see the whole city. You have to take a...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You can't beat free admission with an $8 parking fee. Carpool with some family and friends and the costs amongst everyone can get right down to the dollar. After taking the monorail or bus up to the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this little gem at the corner of los angeles is a must see if you live close by or just visiting. even if you're not a big art fan there are sights galore. the architecture of the place is visually…
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what it is about me and these places. I always end up getting yelled at.
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's so BEAUTIFUL up there! I've taken many trips and really love it. The view is just simply amazing. The grounds are well kept and breathe taking. You can have picnics as well as go to their cafe…
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
HUGE!! Great art, great architecture, great gift shops. The only reason I am not giving it 5 stars is because the security guy was staring at me all day long. It made me extremely uncomfortable and…
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Getty is absolutely beautiful. A trip to The Getty provides you with your dose of cultural excellence. The gardens are beautiful and have a great view of the city down below (smoggy or not…
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Getty is a lovely way to spend the day. I like to come here with friends, and have even made it a date in the past... though they didn't get lucky afterward, so ..... maybe not a date spot? Entry…
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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The location is amazing. The art collection are absolutely stunning and quite enjoyable. Love the garden and the view of the city is a must see.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Getty is amazing. The buildings are gorgeous and the ground and gardens are phenomenal. They had Van Gogh's Water Lillies and many other famous and old artwork - like from the 1400s and up. The…
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I so am coming back here!!! I can't believe that I didn't visit this place sooner & I'm from LA. Geez!.. haha. My bf & I decided to come here during July 4th weekend & I seriously fell in love w/ this…
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love it here. good place for a picnic. honestly i don't go here for the permanent art. sometimes i go for exclusive exhibits. mostly it's the environment, the view, architecture... good nap time…
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was taken on a date here by my boyfriend..... awwwww It was a marvelous experience. All of the exhibits and the place itself is simply beautiful. Amazing architecture, the garden area was stunning…
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
love the space dont like the art
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Five stars aren't enough; I wish I could give more. The museum collection is absolutely fantastic. I am a fan especially of the paintings on the 3rd floor. But, best of all, is that you can take a…
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
what a great place to check out the arts, the landscape, the views! and it's admission is free and parking is only $8...What a great cheap date...minus the drive out there.
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Truly on par with the Worlds Great. The building itself is a testament to the magnitude of architecture in our daily lives. A deep pensive design that invokes profound feelings of admiration and awe.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here three times, and it has not failed to take my breath away. The view! Each time I've been, I could see Catalina. The architecture is dazzling. It took 100 trips to haul all the marble…
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place made the visit to LA totally worth it! It's just gorgeous. From the architecture, garden and the art, it's just a cool place to be. Parking is $8 and admission is free. You could spend…
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
beautiful architecture and grounds to stroll around in on a lovely day in california, but be warned it's more walking around versus going to see exhibits--i found them to be very spread apart. but…
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great art work and stunning architecture. The garden is magical.
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one beautiful architecture. I think the price of admission just for this structure and garden is worth it. And did I mention the price of admission is FREE? Well, the only exception is…
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What's there not to like about this place?? Free Admission, only $8 for covered parking to start. After you park your car, you take a monorail up to the Museum itself, or you can take a walk up to the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am so fascinated by this place! First of all it's so nice that it's free admission. Just the $8 for parking. There so much to do here you just cannot do it all in one day. Tons and tons of art…
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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The Getty Center is famous for its beautiful architecture as well as well known art pieces that it houses. There are usually some kind of ...
gusto.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On my way to Tokyo a few years back I had a 18 hour layover in LA; I solicited my friend Steve for a recommendation on what to do and he said, "Go to the Getty." .. and so I did. Nothing special about…
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing grounds. I love sitting on the lawn and watching children running to their parents to be caught and flown around. Beautiful architecture and gorgeous views of the city.
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Getty is an amazing place! Why? Well... it's free, with exception of the $8 parking fee. Gorgeous architecture and beautiful gardens. The gardens are so serene that you can take a nice afternoon…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What is there to say about the Getty that hasn't already been said. The art collection is pretty mediocre and lack luster (only saw one Matisse and one Van Gogh. And a crappy Rembrandt). The…
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I like all of maybe two (2) pieces of art in this museum. So why the five stars? Four reasons: One: The mono-rail. Anything with a monorail = Extreme Happiness. The fact that they are perfectly…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Architectural Tour!! Everyone has something to say about the Getty. I just have two words: Architectural Tour.
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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This museum is very beautiful in the inside and outside. I use to always go here for AP Art History projects, and would always find a piece of artwork that would catch my eye. They have artwork from the...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think anyone really comes here for the art. The design is simply astounding. Rarely do you get the 'feel' of modern architecture nor understand your place within a space like this. Bring a…
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome. Great selections and beautiful buildings. The landscaping is breathtaking. They offer several different tours all day and a vast lawn for eating lunch. Didn't bring anything? The cafe serves…
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I recently visited with my daughter's school, and I didn't realize they have such a lovely restaurant and cafeteria. The food is a bit pricey, but what incredible views. If you're trying to figure…
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I never thought of myself as a museum person, but I always go to the famous ones wherever I travel, if I can, and I usually enjoy and appreciate them a lot. The Getty Museum was no different, except,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
During our Memorial Day Glendalian Extravaganza, we had to make the decision between going to the Getty Villa or the museum. I made reservations to visit the Villa, and the tickets never arrived via…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a lovely building, a beautiful garden, a good place to eat, and a mediocre art museum. I give it four stars not as a museum, but an environment. Don't go here for the permanent collection,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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