The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is a renowned museum in LA that offers a variety of exhibits and experiences. One of the iconic features is the light poles outside the museum, known as "Urban Lights," which has become a popular spot for taking photos. The museum itself showcases a rotating collection of artwork from various artists, providing a diverse and ever-changing experience for visitors. While there is an admission fee, it is worth it for contemporary art enthusiasts. The museum also offers a great space for learning, as I witnessed a class of engaged students during my visit. Additionally, LACMA's location near the Grove outdoor mall and movie theater makes it a perfect spot for a day date or a night out. The museum's outdoor area also features free art sculptures, creating a visually pleasing atmosphere. However, keep in mind that the museum can get crowded, so finding the perfect photo spot may require some patience. Overall, LACMA is a world-class museum that is definitely worth exploring if you're in LA.
Address:
5905 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles
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+1 323-857-6000
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20.07.23
Carey
I've always wanted to get my photo in front of the light poles here at the museum. My partner brought me here this afternoon and we had a really good time. 😊 The cost was $25 per person (outside of LA COUNTY) They also had other museums and food.. Read more » options at this location. I would recommend checking it out. Give yourself a couple hours to explore.
19.07.23
Richard
An ever changing rotation of artists work comes through here. At the same time the stuff that is always there is so good it sticks with you for a while. This is a world class museum and we are lucky to have it in LA. This is a perfect day dste spot.
12.07.23
Lucas
Really cool museum with a nice outside area with free art sculptures. I didn’t go inside the art museum but I walked around for the outdoors portion. The streetlights piece was really cool and the best place to take photos and look around. It&r.. Read more »squo;s also near a nice outdoor mall called the Grove which is great for dinner and just a night out. There’s also a movie theater there
07.07.23
Benny
The museum has a great space and fabulous exhibits. It is a pay museum, but it is worth it for anyone who likes contemporary art. When I visited, I also saw a class of students engaged in art. The exhibits are changing frequently.
12.06.23
RIMAL
We have visited on Juneteenth holiday.
It was nice.
We have been to LA Bria Tar pits and museum and exploring different pits we reached to LAMCA.
We took some pics at lights which is one of the famous place for photography.
08.06.23
Jemellee
I heard about these lights and seen photos in social media, they called it “Urban Lights.” So when we were out and about in LA we went to see them. To some it may just be a bunch of lamp post but to me it’s a beautiful street displa.. Read more »y. You can take a great photo wherever you stand and to me every angle is great! Day or night you can produce an awesome photo.
When I was here there were people taking graduation photos. If you come at the right time without anyone here, you can probably take wedding photographs (that is an assumption). Anyway, if you’re in LA and looking for a little photo spot this is one to go to.
These lights is outside next to Los Angeles museum. I don’t think they are connected. There is no fee to look at these light or to take photos at the site. But I do know there is a fee to get in to the museum. We didn’t do the museum, because we came near closing time. Also we parked on the street, there were meter parking on the side where we parked, we were lucky to find one.
The only negative is there could be a lot of people at times so you just have to find your photo “spot.”
01.05.23
Nati
I really loved this museum. It’s art all around. It’s well curated art, all the buildings are worth it.
The parking is very comfortable. They have elevators to go up and down frequently.
One of the greatest things to share is that as a Ba.. Read more »nk of America cards holder, 25$ tickets was for free. Definitely recommended see the images! 🔝👏🏻🤩 #art #LA
29.04.23
Yasmin
I love LACMA and the exhibits they always have there but this time, I was there for Friday night Jazz series. I did not know what to expect going to the event as it was my first time. Street parking which is the cheapest is almost impossible to fin.. Read more »d so you're better off just paying the $17 for parking. It's expensive but that's the best option. The Jazz night was really nice! The Los Angeles Jazz Orchestra was amazing. The music was a vibe and the crowd was great! Everyone was having a great time and there were families there with kids. It was an event for all. There are chairs set up up close where the orchestra is playing and then on the grassy area, people and families set up their own picnics and bring blankets to enjoy the evening. There were a couple of food trucks and a wine bar if you're hungry or thirsty.
01.11.22
Dominic
I really enjoyed the museum. There are three floors to view. My favorite was the third floor of modern art. Lighting inside was excellent. Plenty of room to walk around. Main bookstore on the first floor has so much to look at, I want to go back. Loc.. Read more »ation is great too with the Petersen Auto Museum across the street and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures next door. The new LACMA museum building will be completed in 2024.
26.10.22
Kevin
It was too late to go into the actual museum, so we stayed at the light sculpture in front of the museum for photos like everyone else there. It's a perfect photo op area, but you will have to time your shots right if you want to make it appear .. Read more »you're alone. Unless you come very late night. It's a great spot to come by and at least visit the light sculpture in front.
21.08.22
DavidCookLosAngeles
Worked across the street on Wilshire so I was always able to come over and see a wide range of exhibitions daily whether they were featured or temporary. It's a good time with family, friends on a date or by yourself. There is something for ever.. Read more »yone here and is a gem if you like unique art. Night time provides you a more unique view the lights and sculptures. Check the web for exhibitions and showings, times and dates.
02.06.22
Abby
This is definitely a must-see art museum in orange county. The place was very unique, with some outdoor pieces as well as indoor. There is an outdoor escalator that takes you to the first exhibit. There is a good variety of art as well, from differen.. Read more »t times and locations.
14.05.22
Michele
Beautiful. I’ve been wanting to go take pics there for a while and it did not disappoint. We went during a weekday and it was fairly empty. We did not go in, so I can’t attest for the art inside, but I do remember reading that you have to.. Read more » buy tickets in advance. The outside is beautiful and great for pics.
If parking in their garage, prepare to pay $28 even if you only stay for a few minutes.
02.05.22
Helen
This is one of my favorite museums in the world! I went on the free day of the month, otherwise there is a cost for a ticket unless you have a paid membership. The staff were well organized and super helpful, giving out masks in line. I came for the .. Read more »Barbara Kruger exhibit and it did not disappoint. I stopped by the relocated, smaller store got a David Hockney poster as a souvenir. The Alexander McQueen exhibit was also very interesting. It will take you about at least 2 hours to make your way fully around. Highly recommended!
15.03.22
Gregg
This is a great museum! It covers all eras of art from ancient through to modern, one of the only museums on earth to do that. The collection is powerful, especially considering this museum started collecting long after museums in other parts of the .. Read more »country. The special exhibits are numerous and always interesting. I became a member 20+ years ago and will be a member for life. Their plans for the future are incredible. The museum is slowly closing galleries now and the older buildings will be demolished. The new museum will open after several years of construction. The plans look amazing and Los Angeles will have another architectural gem, full of world - class art.
The redo of the museum is taking a bit longer than expected. They've found more bones and deposits when digging the foundations. That's a nice thing for the Natural History's Page Museum. For now, enjoy the new temporary exhibits! Three new ones there today, and two more coming soon.
02.03.22
Adam
I only give it 5 stars because they have a huge Picasso exhibit over a dozen works by him. But overall the museum is really small and not much displayed. The main exhibit I guess is the modern art section.
It's free during the week from 3pm to .. Read more »closing with LA county ID.
I went on Friday and they're open until 8pm. Proof of vaccination is required and LA county ID. There's also a temperature check and masks are required inside.
Free audio tours are available online.
14.02.22
Eric
LACMA has some extraordinary exhibits. I’ve been there a few times the last time I was there two weeks ago there was one room dedicated entirely to original Picasso paintings. We also visited a room that was inspired by art done by local artist.. Read more »s who are inspired by well-known musicians. It even has some interesting things the children would like. Just be aware that in the art exhibits you must be respectful and not get too close to the paintings or the room monitors will ask you to step back.
13.02.22
Kemi
My experience here was quite nice. Parking is convenient (but pricey). The COVID protocols make it so that all visitors feel safe (temps are taken, vaccination cards are a must, and masks are also mandated). The indoor exhibits were beautiful and .. Read more »intricate. The outdoor installations were very nice as well and great for photo ops!
25.12.21
Phani
A pretty cool lights display! This lights art installation is amazing and worth the visit to this place. It really lights up our spirits too! Only drawback is that you can never take a picture without any people walking amongst these lights, since th.. Read more »is place is super popular and will have tons of people visiting it at any time of the day. But the best time to see this grandeur is after dark, once the lights are on and shining bright!!
09.12.21
Garrett
Very cool place! I've been here a few times throughout the years and it never ceases to astound. They require proof of vaccine and masks, so the experience feels much safer than other activities these days.i highly recommend that people explore .. Read more »every corner of each building, there are some real gems tucked away in hard to find places.
03.11.21
Sarah
Awesome art museum with cool places to take pictures. Art displays are nice.
But what made my experience memorable was this cute security employee with dreads telling me that he liked my vibe and it made his night. I legit was so touched by him that.. Read more » I cried. Best compliment I've ever received. I will never forget you
29.08.21
Nathan
I truly do not understand art, so I can't really speak for my opinion on the pieces. What I can tell you is that they are carefully monitored, well organized and seem to entrance other people into them. I can tell that there are several genre of.. Read more » art styles on display, including some from today's youth. I went on a weekday and it was not at all busy, the inside was quiet, cool and clean. Everything seemed to be operational. Right near the Tar Pits which is a popular free attraction. Decent part of town which is nice. They were renovating a new building/section which I believe the sign said would be open next year. What caught my eye the most in the museum was methane detectors. Since it so close to the Tar Pits it makes sense, but I had never seen one before, I guess anything can be art.
08.08.21
Susan
Why bother going.It has become a sad place, a shell of its former self. They are hardly trying to hold a space for art and there is zero ambiance and character there now.Red metal girders and low overhangs around square buildings show no imagination... Read more » The beautiful plants and trees are crowded out and obscured. This is what is left in the construction site that the neighborhood has become. The store is tiny, seems like an afterthought, great postcards and pottery, but they just threw a few things in a box of a room and walked away. The building it is in is also full of loud construction noise! Was told they were putting up an exhibit. No pride here in being the LA County Art Museum, very little care being shown, no thoughtfulness in presentation. Ok, well, if you get to the third floor of the other building, you will find some of the art they deemed worthy of putting on display. Some beautiful paintings and sculpture here. Then, if you want to have a snack or lunch, good luck. There is no cafe anymore (perhaps it is too much work to bring in some decent pastries now or make an artful coffee.) The restaurant menu is tiny and outrageously priced! There is Zero Ambience, an unpleasant place to be, unless you are into red girders and concrete. Not worth the trip!
30.07.21
Crystal
Super awesome museum with so many paintings and art installations to see! I absolutely love Nara on the second floor and his work. I love the style and the medians he painted and drew on. The first floor had a variety of different pop items. I didn&#.. Read more »039;t know I could see Andy Warhol's Campbell in real life, so that was really cool! And also the Spam painting! They have a small gift shops with some affordable gifts--I recommend the Campbell tote for $20 and it comes with pins! There are also postcards you can purchase of some popular work in the museum. When you go, look at discounted rates and how you might be able to save some money!
14.07.21
Ethan
With the museum partially closed but the prices the same it did not feel as worth it as other art museums like in Chicago. What they have is four floors, and to give you an idea of the size, two of those floors are dedicated to a single artist each r.. Read more »ight now. The other two floors have some cool collections but what was there we got through very quickly. Just a bit of a let down when compared to better art museums.
01.07.21
Jacob
One of three things I try and visit when I attend a new city is it’s art museum. This one was very good. They had some odd policies. I kind of understand one of them. For example my partner was asked to remove her backpack and instead sling it .. Read more »over a single shoulder. I get it because if you turned around you might bump something but it seemed needless. Also the mask rule, which I also realize we don’t really know much about the Delta variant. However these are just rules.
As for the art, some of it was fascinating. I did like their classical art collection. As with all art I sometimes look at some pieces and question why it warranted inclusion in the gallery as it looks like something I could draw (and I struggle with stick figures). But overall it was a good experience.
24.06.21
Ali
Awesome museum. Definitely is worth a visit. There’s a huge selection of many types of art. We were especially fond of the Contemporary Art on display. We spent a few hours here, and could have stayed longer had we had the time. We did go on a .. Read more »Saturday and it was quite busy, but manageable. **Parents this museum isn’t child appropriate, as the topics are quite deep and very mature.
10.06.21
Reena
Reserve your tickets and go early so you’ve got time to really view everything and take photos! Very beautiful backdrops for taking photos, and some amazing pieces of art including Picasso, Michelangelo, just to name a few. Be mindful that beca.. Read more »use of social distancing measures, there are capacity limits on the store, so again, go early! Highly recommend!
19.05.21
nurse
This place is awesome.
I was lucky,I was there when Carvaggio exhibit and the ancient texts were both on display, amazing!
I was last there before the remodel,can't wait to see the changes.
I also love that it is right next to the tar pits, so I.. Read more » get to see dinosaur bone exhibits, then walk next door and appreciate some fine art.
It really is a great place to visit.
19.05.21
Duane
Very tranquil place very nicely done in the rocks in the middle of The park then all the coolest views. Loved then Tara Pit. The new building sculpture.in. the walk was so great very refreshing in the most historic destination in LA California.. Read more ». 2021 AD. Go observe the restaurant.
13.05.21
Kirsten
super cool art, not bad at all for $40 total. there was a LOT to look at and it took us about 2 hours total to visit all exhibitions. although, workers were pretty rude, which i understand to an extent since they most likely deal with some strange vi.. Read more »sitors, but they were exceptionally rude and kind of ruined the experience for me. art was cool, most employees were not. ONLY cash, pretty warm inside the exhibitions, masks stay on :) a lot of wings were closed, but still pretty enjoyable. i’d still like to come and see everything else once construction is finished. LA County residents only is a huge bonus.
12.05.21
Prakash
Amazing musium. Looks very great. Lights setup is very creative. Some areas were close when I visited but a lot to see. Nice place to enjoy evening live music.
07.05.21
Justin
Great museum. Probably a little less then half the Museum is currently closed to install more displays (3rd floor, several rooms on the other floors), I almost feel like prices should be less when you see such little. But great museum, layouts great,.. Read more » I really enjoyed the second floor. Covid safe, I felt very safe the whole time.
02.03.21
darvid
located a block far from Hollywood and highland, i might advocate road parking if you can locate it or taking the teach. that is perfect for businesses or couples, if you don't have your very own tripod you may rent one for $7. The have several .. Read more »rooms and i like that they have got examples hung up so you know what your photo should appear like, my preferred room is the the other way up room it is a 5minute time restrict in every room so get strategic. make sure you're getting each the ceiling and the floor so your photo comes out ideal! in case you're a local or traveler that is actually a fun aspect to do when visit Hollywood.
15.02.21
Joan
The next best thing would be a trip to Munich in late September. This is much less expensive. If you're training for a beer drinking competition this is your place! Don't let your head get the best of you, a boot of beer that's 2 li.. Read more »ters is a lot of beer for the average human being.
12.02.21
EJ
Light experience is still open during pandemic. Required to wear mask the entire time you view the exhibit which is great! Glad to see LA is taking the pandemic seriously while reopening safely. Line moved fast and there was plenty of staff to assist.. Read more » with any questions you had. Parking was easy and free on weekend when I visited.
02.02.21
A
I absolutely loved this museum of art. We really enjoyed the Fiji exhibit, as well as the Julie Mehretu exhibit. Great place to take pictures at the front of the public lights. I love this museum
24.01.21
Shaira
This museum is simply amazing. The kids really enjoyed their visit here and they even got inspired with the artworks that are displayed here. My son would like to become an artist and my daughter would like to be a sculptor. There are a lot of food c.. Read more »hoices as well that have a very fair price and my kids liked them even if they are a picky eater. Over all we would love to go back here.
02.01.21
Sarah
This was the first time I have ever been, I was not disappointed. This was just amazing to see all the different areas in the museum. The rain forest intrigued me. The butterflies were awesome to see. Aquarium was also amazing to see the jellyfish.. Read more » tanks.
Saw the Dark Universe show, wow what a great informative show.
There is a cafeteria style eating area.
Very kids friendly.
15.12.20
Melissa
This museum is a gem with various interesting exhibits, but it is kinda short - you can cover it in a hour or so. I've heard that most of the exhibits were closed that day, which makes the admission ticket a bit "expensive." Anyway, it.. Read more » was actually a good, world class modern art museum. My teens were very interested in the first hour but then they got bored.
As a tip, you should buy your tickets on line to by pass the long lines. We actually bough the tickets as soon as we arrived at the site, and went straight to the will call. Wonder why those lining up to purchase tickets didn't do the same.
There is also parking underground. You should probably wait until dark to see the lights.
I would come here when all the renovations are done, and the new museum of motion pictures is open to the public
02.12.20
Lesley
I went this museum with my best friend. Now she moved to LA from Austin. We both had a very great happy time there
27.11.20
Annalise
Beautiful place hidden in the la Canada residential area. It's nice to go for a walk, to lay on the grass or even enjoy the beautiful scenery. I wish they would let you picnic but unfortunately you are not allowed to as it attracts animals. They.. Read more » have concerts in the summer if you are a member you can get tickets to these concerts.Tickets are normally $25.
13.09.20
Vy
You cannot miss this photogenic spot when in LA. This is a signature photo spot when you’re in town; therefore, it is always crowded. The light looks much smaller outside. It is also important to choose the time. I went at afternoon time and I .. Read more »think that’s the most crowded time. My friends went at later night time and it’s much better. It also depends on if you want the photos in the daylight or night time. Each time has its own pretty!
12.09.20
Ram
Every second Thursday of the month, Los Angeles County Museum of Art transforms into a big giant art festival. All the art galleries open their doors to the public, the food trucks line up to fill hungry bellies, and talented people display their art.. Read more » work on the sidewalks. You truly get the feel of Los Angeles by being there. The creativity infests the air and you can't help but to feel motivated and have butterflies while witness amazing art.
09.09.20
Astrid
This is a beautiful place for a trip to picnic and walk the grounds. I perfect for photography.
07.09.20
Celina
Went to see the lights was told we had to wear a mask while taking pictures which was fine. Wanted to use my tripod and was told it was not allowed and to go to the sidewalk meanwhile everyone on the exhibit had their masks off but my tripod was the .. Read more »problem.
30.08.20
Crowned_
I've seen this in movies and was like ehhhh it's just a bunch of lights...but I still put it on my list of places to visit. I am so glad that I did! It's extremely beautiful and it's relaxing. It was almost like hanging out under .. Read more »all white Christmas lights. Don't judge my example! I'd definitely say add this to your PTV list!
24.08.20
angietanwt
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21.08.20
Karen
Located a block away from Hollywood and highland, I'd recommend street parking if you can find it or taking the train. This is perfect for groups or couples, if you don't have your own tripod you can rent one for $7. The have several rooms .. Read more »and I love that they have examples hung up so you know what your picture should look like, my favorite room is the upside down room it is a 5minute time limit in each room so get strategic. Make sure you're getting both the ceiling and the floor so your picture comes out perfect! If you're a local or visitor this is definitely a fun thing to do when visit Hollywood.
06.08.20
V
It is extraordinary that in this wealthy metropolis, the main art collection is so insignificant. I’m not talking about the current remodel, which was not needed. The building has been remodeled not that long ago. Incidentally, the contracted p.. Read more »ainters could not even cut the paint properly at the edges. The paint colors were more in keeping with a provincial museum in the Southern Trough. There are almost no masterpieces from any period. It is poorly presented, organized, and curated. Now, they are going to build an expensive monstrosity, instead of spending the money on acquisitions.
4.6 / 110
