Written by The Getty Villa in Los Angeles is an art museum dedicated to the study of ancient Greek, Roman, and Etruscan art, housed in a recreation of a Roman country house, the Villa dei Papiri. It features a collection of over 44,000 antiquities and offers a unique experience with its architecture, gardens, and ocean views, with free admission requiring a timed-entry reservation.
* Tuesdays are closed.
Key features
Collection: Focuses on Greek, Roman, and Etruscan antiquities from 6,500 BC to 400 AD, including sculptures, mosaics, and jewelry.
Architecture: Modeled after the Villa dei Papiri in Herculaneum, it’s an architectural work of art in itself, with gardens, reflecting pools, and intricate details.
Experience: Visitors can explore the art, wander the gardens, and take tours that highlight the art, architecture, and daily life in the ancient world.
Admission: Free, but timed-entry tickets must be reserved online in advance.
Parking: Available for a fee
A Sense of Ancient Roman Life
The Getty Villa is a re-creation of a Roman country house based on ancient examples—and the original home of the Getty Museum.
Greek and Roman Antiquities
Explore 4,000 years of ancient art, from the Stone Age to the final days of the Roman Empire. Don’t miss the Roman-era mummy or the engraved gems!
Changing Exhibitions
Head to the second floor to take in temporary exhibitions featuring works of art from museums around the world and Getty’s own collections.
Outer Peristyle
Enjoy the Villa’s largest garden, featuring a reflecting pool, colonnaded walkways, and views of the Pacific Ocean.