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La Brea Tar Pits Museum - General Admission

From $ 17.20

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Enjoy admission to La Brea Tar Pits Museum, Fossil Lab, and excavation pits with the Excavator Tour.

La Brea Tar Pits Museum - Youth and Student Admission

From $ 14.69

Valid for ages 13–17 or students with a student ID.
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Enjoy admission to La Brea Tar Pits Museum, Fossil Lab, and excavation pits with the Excavator Tour.

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Fri, May 3, 11 AM

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La Brea Tar Pits Museum - Youth and Student Admission

Fri, May 3, 11 AM

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Explore bubbling tar pits, live excavations, ancient fossils, and active paleontology at La Brea Tar Pits Museum! Admission tickets to La Brea Tar Pits Museum. Children aged 0-2 can enter for free. Book Tickets Online & Save.

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Highlights

Active paleontological research site in Hancock Park, Los Angeles.
Witness natural asphalt bubbling up from ancient tar pits.
Explore historic excavation pits showcasing fossil discoveries.
Take the Excavator Tour to see paleontologists at work.
Visit Project 23 for live excavation experiences.

Cancellation & Refund

Free cancellation, refund, or rescheduling available up to 24 hours before the start time.

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Tickets will be delivered by email within 30 minutes and via WhatsApp (optional).

Rules:

Only service animals trained to assist individuals with disabilities are permitted inside the museum.

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Entry & Services:

Wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-serve basis with valid ID at the Main Entrance.
Accessible parking is available in the La Brea Tar Pits car park, with paved trails leading to the museum.
Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located within the museum.
All exhibits include open captions, with closed captioning and assistive devices available in the 3D theater.
Free ASL interpretation and CART services are provided for public programs, lectures, and tours upon request.
Nearby restaurants and food trucks offer outdoor dining or takeout; enjoy a picnic in Hancock Park.
The La Brea Tar Pits Store offers souvenirs, from books and toys to sloth and saber-toothed cat-themed items.

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You can present either a printed copy or a mobile e-ticket.
La Brea Tar Pits Museum Tickets are only valid during the period specified in the selected package.

Location

5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States

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By Public Transport:

Various bus lines, such as 20, 217, and 304, stop close to the museum. For the latest routes and schedules, visit the Metro website.
Ride the Purple Line to Wilshire/La Brea station, just a short walk away from the museum.

By Car:

The museum is at 5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036. Parking is available on nearby streets or in parking lots—just check the signage for restrictions.