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La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket｜Los Angeles
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Highlights

  • Observe rare ancient plant and animal fossils from the La Brea Tar Pits, including species like mammoths and saber-toothed cats.
  • Watch scientists in action as they excavate and restore fossils at the active excavation site.
  • Witness the natural tar pits releasing asphalt and learn how this unique geological feature preserves ancient life.
  • Discover the world’s only active Ice Age excavation site located in an urban setting.
  • Explore an impressive collection of fossils, animals, and plants found at La Brea, including mammoths, saber-toothed cats, and dire wolves inside the Museum.
  • Visit the La Brea Tar Pits outside, where tar still bubbles, and observe active fossil digs to see what new discoveries have been made.

Your Experience

— What You Can Expect —

Discover the World’s Only Active Ice Age Excavation Site

Located in an urban setting, this unique site offers a glimpse into prehistoric life.

Museum Experience

Inside the Museum, explore an impressive collection of fossils, animals, and plants found at La Brea, including mammoths, saber-toothed cats, and dire wolves. Outside, visit the La Brea Tar Pits where tar still bubbles, and observe active fossil digs to see what new discoveries have been made.

Behind-the-Scenes Access

Get a behind-the-scenes view as scientists work on freshly unearthed fossils, walk around the iconic Lake Pit, and stop by our live dig site where new Ice Age specimens are found daily. Admission includes access to Excavator Tour and can be reserved onsite.

Accessibility and Additional Information

Wheelchairs are permitted on this place. General admission includes access to Excavator Tour and can be reserved onsite. Special exhibitions are not included in general admission. Admission is free for children 2 years old and below.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • General admission to the museum at La Brea Tar Pits
  • The Excavator Tour
  • Other expenses not mentioned above
  • Tips
  • Dining expenses
  • Tour guide
  • Personal expenses
  • Parking fee
  • Admission to special exhibitions

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Travelers are recommended to download or print out the e-voucher for offline access
  • Travelers may be asked to present their ID documents (e.g. passport, ID card) for identity verification purposes. Please make sure you carry the aforementioned documents with you
  • The museum's parking lot is located at the corner of Curson Avenue and 6th Street, directly behind the museum

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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