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Travel log/Worthwhile {Art} Visit: The Getty Center/Museum in Los Angeles

February 22, 2012
The Getty Museum is a place that breaks all your stereotypes of LA (no it’s not just a city of materialism) and reinforces other ones (the weather and view can really be perfect here).

It is definitely a worthwhile visit if you’re in the areaĀ (or the Getty Villa which I highlighted here). Ā The serene views, striking architecture, and surprisingly satisfying art collection are worth a drive away from the heart of LA. Ā My husband lived in LA for a few years and said that the Getty is all about the views. Ā The museum itself becomes part of the art experience.

Yes the views among the hills of LA are definitely a nice respite from the traffic and congestion below.

But the Getty also has a larger than expected and well curated art collection as well. Ā What I love about the collection is that it is not too large and covers every medium from sculptures and paintings to furniture (oh to have a room in this style at home!)

I particularly loved the impressionist selection (my absolute favorite style of painting!) Ā The light and movement in these paintings is captivating! Ā It is also wonderful to see a classic like “Irises” (and practice shooting paintings with no flash!).

Yes I’d return here again, perhaps with a small family one day!

Tip: There is a $15 parking fee per car so it is a great value if you visit with a small group and drive in together!

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  • Girlie Blogger February 22, 2012 at 07:46

    These are gorgeous. Love the house with the view.

  • Bestie February 22, 2012 at 12:21

    love the impressionists too. putting this on my list next time i am in l.a. (which sounds like i go there often, but really it could be years) a girl can dream!

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  • Kim February 22, 2012 at 14:30

    I’ve never been, but have seen the museum peeking over the hill as I’ve driven in Southern California. That room is gorgeous!

  • Nat February 22, 2012 at 17:17

    Wow what gorgeous views. Thanks for the tip my husband is always in LA for business and this looks like a nice break from the normal LA scene

  • Heather February 22, 2012 at 18:12

    Definitely one of my favorite places! I posted about the Getty Villa a few months ago, too. I love them both.

  • Mrs. Pancakes February 22, 2012 at 20:19

    So lovely!!!

  • drollgirl February 22, 2012 at 22:18

    oooooh, i am so glad you got to visit the getty! i live in la, and i haven’t been there in years. it might be time for me to visit again soon — the van gogh iris painting is one of the best paintings on earth, and i’d love to see it again!

  • Midnight Cowgirl February 22, 2012 at 22:54

    Looks amazing! I used to live in LA, but I never made it to the Getty šŸ™

  • Elle Sees February 23, 2012 at 00:00

    love the getty museum!!

  • honey my heart February 23, 2012 at 01:42

    the getty is such a wonderful place. i enjoy getting lost in all of the buildings and taking in the beauty of their gardens.

  • The Less Than Domestic Goddess February 23, 2012 at 02:24

    Love the Getty! You’ve inspired me to pop in for a visit soon. šŸ™‚

  • LyddieGal February 23, 2012 at 03:12

    wow, that looks like such a gorgeous museum – if i’m ever on the west coast i’ll have to try and visit.
    Chic on the Cheap

  • Bravoe Runway February 23, 2012 at 04:03

    These are gorgeous pictures, and I especially love the skylight in the main entrance.

  • Kim (A Very Sweet Blog) February 23, 2012 at 13:41

    Oh WOW! It is gorgeous. I wish I was on the west coast to see it. These pics are fab. Thanks for telling us about it.
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