The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is an art museum on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, with galleries presenting art from across its global collection. Plan ahead for timed-entry tickets, check the opening schedule, and choose from several Metro and bus routes serving the museum.
- Address: 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Opening pattern: Open Thursday to Tuesday; closed Wednesday
- Tickets: Timed-entry tickets are required for gallery visits
- Public transport: The Metro D Line’s Wilshire/Fairfax station is across the street
What to expect at LACMA
LACMA is a large museum campus on Wilshire Boulevard, with a permanent collection and exhibitions presented in its galleries. The David Geffen Galleries display works from across the museum’s global collection on one level, using rotating exhibitions rather than a fixed presentation.
The museum traces its roots to the Los Angeles County Museum of History, Science, and Art, established in Exposition Park in 1910. It became a separate, art-focused institution in 1961 and opened at its Wilshire Boulevard location in 1965.
Several cultural attractions sit on or near the campus. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, Petersen Automotive Museum, and Academy Museum of Motion Pictures are all nearby. You can make LACMA part of a museum-focused day by pairing it with the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum or the Petersen Automotive Museum.
Tickets, hours and exhibitions
All visitors need to purchase or reserve a timed-entry ticket to visit LACMA’s galleries. Admission includes access to the entire museum and its current exhibitions. You can get tickets online or at the Ticket Office during regular museum hours; members can obtain tickets there without a timed-entry reservation.
Hours, ticket rules and exhibitions can change, so check the official site before you go.
Opening hours
- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 11 AM–6 PM
- Friday: 11 AM–8 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 10 AM–7 PM
- Wednesday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Because the David Geffen Galleries use rotating exhibitions, the art on view changes rather than following one fixed presentation. Check the current exhibition details when arranging your visit, particularly if you have a specific show in mind.
How do you get to LACMA from the hotel?
LACMA is about a 6-minute drive from this Los Angeles motel. Its address is 5905 Wilshire Blvd., and the museum is served by Metro trains and buses as well as by car.
The Metro D Line’s Wilshire/Fairfax station is across the street from the museum. Metro Local 20 and Rapid 720 buses stop on Wilshire Boulevard; Metro Local 217 and 218 and Rapid 780 stop on Fairfax Avenue within half a block of LACMA.
If you’re driving from the Santa Monica Freeway (I-10), LACMA’s directions are to take Fairfax Avenue north for 2 miles to Wilshire Boulevard. From the Hollywood Freeway (US-101), take Highland Avenue south for 3.5 miles to Wilshire Boulevard, turn right, and continue west for 1 mile.
Bicycle racks are available on Wilshire Boulevard near Spaulding Avenue and just inside the 6th Street gate. During public museum hours, cyclists can ask a Visitor Services Associate at the Ticket Office for access to an onsite bike locker.
Planning a museum visit
Start by choosing a day that fits LACMA’s weekly schedule, then reserve or purchase a timed-entry ticket for your gallery visit. If a particular exhibition matters to your plans, check what is currently on view before setting out.
Nearby museums make it possible to build a broader cultural itinerary around LACMA. The Petersen Automotive Museum and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures are close to the LACMA campus, while the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum is another nearby stop.
If you’re cycling, note the rack locations and ask at the Ticket Office about bike-locker access during public museum hours. For transport by car or bus, use the directions and stops above to choose an approach that suits your day.
For a wider route through the city, this Los Angeles day itinerary offers another way to plan your time.
FAQs
Where is the Los Angeles County Museum of Art?
LACMA is at 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036. The Metro D Line’s Wilshire/Fairfax station is across the street.
Do you need timed-entry tickets for LACMA?
Yes. All visitors need to purchase or reserve timed-entry tickets to visit the galleries. Members can obtain tickets at the Ticket Office without a timed-entry reservation.
When is LACMA closed?
LACMA is closed on Wednesday. It is open on the other days with different hours on Friday and on the weekend.
Can you visit other museums near LACMA?
Yes. The Petersen Automotive Museum, the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures are nearby.