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Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Hear the stories behind Wilshire Blvd's Miracle Mile on this fascinating tour covering 4 museums in just over 2 hours. Your expert guide will walk you through the museum highlights and give you a better understanding of the areas car, art, film and natural history.

We'll start with a visit to the La Brea Tar Pits and step back in time while we explore the park. Come see active dig sites and fossils from animals like giant sloths and woolly mammoths!

Next up are the outdoor exhibits at LACMA, including a photo op with the most instagrammed place in LA, “Urban Light,” the famous street lamp installation featured in countless movies.

Then we shift gears into the Petersen Automotive Museum, home to one of the world’s largest car collections, and admire cars from vintage prototypes to Batmobiles—a true auto enthusiast’s dream!

We'll end with a tour of the Academy Museum and delve into film history, leaving you with stunning views of the LA skyline before you explore more on your own.

What's Included

  • Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket ($25 value)
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Parking
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Los Angeles
CA 90036, USA

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End point

Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA

At the Observation Deck inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

What To Expect

La Brea Tar Pits and Museum

Visit these historic tar pits where natural asphalt (tar) has seeped up from the ground for tens of thousands of years! These pits have trapped and preserved a remarkable amount of Ice Age fossils, including saber-toothed cats, mammoths, dire wolves, and many other animals.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

LACMA is the largest art museum in the western United States and holds a vast collection of artworks spanning from ancient times to the present day. With exhibits ranging from paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts to photography, textiles, and contemporary art installations.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Urban Light

Take a picture at the iconic "Urban Light" installation, featuring 202 Los Angeles restored vintage street lamps!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Petersen Automotive Museum

The Petersen Automotive Museum is a popular destination for automotive enthusiasts, historians, and visitors interested in exploring the evolution of transportation and its impact on society. It is one of the world's largest automotive museums and is renowned for its extensive collection of classic, vintage, and modern cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, is dedicated to the art, science, and history of filmmaking. It features a variety of exhibitions that explore different aspects of filmmaking, including the history of cinema, the art of filmmaking, iconic films and filmmakers, and the impact of movies on society and culture. The museum's collections include artifacts, costumes, props, memorabilia, and multimedia installations that provide insights into the creative processes behind some of the most beloved and influential films in history.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Hollywood Sign (Pass By)

See the Hollywood Sign off in the hills from the museum's observation deck with panoramic views of Los Angeles! Let your guide snap one more photo before saying goodbye.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket ($25 value)
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Parking
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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