LACMA

Here's what Trippy members say about LACMA:

"food trucks are big in LA and offer a range of options in cool areas like Venice Beach's Abbot Kinney BLVD Shopping (way better to stroll than the Venice boardwalk) and across from LACMA (La County Museum of Art)."  See More

"Once again, LACMA wins, hands down, with its historical tour of the old Union station."  See More

"LACMA does FREE jazz shows (and wine and food vendors) outdoors in its central courtyard every Friday."  See More

"These are the places I loved: LACMA The Getty Center MOCA Grand Avenue Griffith Observatory for observatory and views Santa Monica Cycle to Venice Venice Beach and Boardwalk Arclight Hollywood Runyon Canyon Park early morning run Cocktails in Chateau Marmont Hollywood Farmers' Market (on Sunday mornings) Beverly Center for shopping The Grove Malibu and Manhattan Beach Hollywood Walk of fame Hollywood Sign and Mann's Chinese Theater (all very touristy but worth a look"  See More

"If you like nature, you can do a hike in Runyon Canyon Park - If you like art LACMA is a great museum."  See More

"We could walk to restaurants and to places like Runyon Canyon Park The Grove LACMA Hollywood and Beverly Hills were all a short drive away."  See More

"The Getty Center; LACMA; Walt Disney Concert Hall; The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino; Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena; dim sum in San Gabriel; Porto's Bakery & Cafe in Glendale, where you might just spot Andy Garcia having his coffee; Santa Monica- take a bike ride down to the beach towns."  See More

"Museums: LACMA is by far the best museum to check out in this area."  See More

"I also loved LACMA The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and the The Getty Center We rented bikes and cycled from Venice Beach Boardwalk to Santa Monica which was fab."  See More

"Also, consider the La Brea Tar Pits, which is near the LACMA."  See More

"LACMA Griffith Observatory Getty Museum"  See More

"*The Getty Center (Brentwood area) beautiful museum with beautiful grounds; popular tourist destination, but locals love it, too LACMA world-class museum—gets all the great, exciting exhibits Griffith Observatory in Hollywood (newly renovated; it’s best to go at night, but there is also a telescope that shows sun activity, during the day, and the view of LA is awesome) *Huntington Gardens (and Museum) in San Marino/Pasadena (beautiful, wonderful gardens-Japanese, roses, desert plants, etc."  See More

"I also recommend the La Brea Tar Pits and LACMA, which are in the same area."  See More

"There's lots to do in LA, per your interests the LACMA is a great museum, The Getty Center is great with amazing views, the Griffith Observatory provides a great view of Los Angeles."  See More

"Art: LACMA and definitely the Getty Museum for both the art, the venue and the view."  See More

"Hi Maria! Welcome to L.A.! Beach: Venice Beach and Boardwalk (preferably on a weekend day to see all the street performers) or rent a bike in Venice Beach and pedal to Manhattan Beach. Best views: Have lunch at The World Famous Malibu Inn on the deck (order the lobster roll, yum!) for stellar beach/pier views. Restaurants: Trendy restaurants that are also delish: Petty Cash Taqueria (Mexican), The Ivy (on Robertson for celebrity sightings), Sotto (Westside) and E.P. & L.P. (just opened this week in West Hollywood, clubby restaurant). Land art: Watts Towers Arts Center or do a street art tour in Downtown Los Angeles . >."  See More

"Spend some time LACMA - don't miss Levitated Mass in the back."  See More

"For museums, my favorites are LACMA , La Brea Tar Pits and The Getty Center."  See More

"Hi Shehana, Is it ever really winter in LA? There's really no such thing as things shutting down for winter. We have been experiencing ugly weather recently, but for people from California that usually just means overcast skies. I know... we're spoiled haha. That was my long way of saying don't worry, amusement parks are definitely open, there are broadway plays, shows are filming (you can check out this trippy question for info on how to get free tickets:"  See More

"Some highlights in and around LA are The Grove and Farmers Market, LACMA, Runyon Canyon Park, Getty Villa, Mulholland Drive, 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach and Boardwalk, Malibu, Zuma Beach, Marina Del Rey, theme parks (Disneyland Park, Universal Studios Hollywood, Six Flags Magic Mountain)."  See More

"LA Art Museum LACMA, Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Blvd."  See More

"LACMA is also a popular spot along Wishire Blvd wich you will find acts as a major vein throughout this area west of downtown, stretching all the way to Santa Monica."  See More

"For museums there's the LACMA, which always has really cool exhibits, Petersen Automotive Museum is nice if they are into cars or the La Brea Tar Pits are cool to see."  See More

"Mid-Wilshire or Mid City covers the La Brea Tar Pits, LACMA, Petersen Automotive Museum."  See More

"It'll put you right near some major attractions like The Grove, LACMA, the Farmers Market, and the La Brea Tar Pits among other places."  See More

"If you want to do what locals do: the Upright Citizens Brigade is always a great time, El Matador State Beach is breathtaking and LACMA is always inspiring."  See More

"Other things that I personally love doing in LA include: LACMA, eating at East Borough (order whatever noodle dishes they have on the menu when you visit!"  See More

"For a variety, you can usually find several food trucks parked outside of LACMA during lunch hour if you're here on Friday or Monday surrounding your weekend."  See More

"LACMA is free every second Tuesday of the month (and after 3pm M-F if you're a local resident!"  See More

"Little Tokyo at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA There is LACMA Adamson House Museum Farmers Market is my fav and attached to the The Grove"  See More

"Staying in that area puts you close to several not-miss things - The Grove for people watching, LACMA is a must:"  See More

"LACMA is not to miss, with the beautiful lightposts displayed as a landmark."  See More

"In walking (or very short drive/Uber or bus) distance you'll have The Grove and Farmers Market, Melrose Avenue (check out Vinoteque's happy hour and secret outdoor patio, the Melrose Trading Post at Fairfax High on Sunday's only, Improv Comedy Club which tickets run about $10 plus there is a two item minimum per person, so not super cheap but a reasonable night on the town option), LACMA and plenty of restaurants and grocery stores."  See More

"The LACMA is great if you're into art, or also try the Getty Museum ."  See More

"I would add, not to miss the LACMA - such a great museum."  See More

"Even though I'd highly recommend renting a car to get around LA, the location of this hotel will allow you to walk to a TON of museums including Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and the La Brea Tar Pits."  See More

"Then we went to the LACMA We didn't go in, but there's plenty to see outside the museum, including the La Brea Tar Pits."  See More

"It might be fun for your mother to drive through the Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, Malibu, etc It is always nice to visit LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art) and see the latest show."  See More

"If you are into the art scene, Check out the MOCA or LACMA I really like driving over to Westlake when I have friends visiting to show them the chandelier tree."  See More

"And of course, don't miss LACMA at night!"  See More

"There are shops, restaurants, and an Intelligentsia Rose Bowl Flea Market LACMA The Getty Center Downtown LA / Arts District / Little Tokyo Third Street Promenade Venice Beach and Boardwalk Abbot Kinney — bring your wallet!"  See More

"I would check out LACMA or MOCA to see if they have any outdoor/free events when you're in town."  See More

"or the more local spot, the La Brea Tar Pits on Wilshire, right next to LACMA"  See More

"LA has great museums; must visits include The Getty Center and Getty Villa in Malibu; LACMA in mid city; MOCA for contemporary art; further afield you have Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena."  See More

"The Grove and especially Farmers Market are a lot of fun, but I’d suggest going to LACMA or even the Craft & Folk Art Museum across the street instead of the La Brea Tar Pits."  See More

"Los Angeles Chinatown Third Street Promenade The Getty Center Kodak Theatre LACMA The Griffith Observatory Hollywood Bowl The Grove Olvera Street Plaza Arclight Hollywood Venice Beach and Boardwalk"  See More