Groups are welcome at the Getty Center!

The Getty Center offers unique experiences for groups of all kinds, with people of all ages. Discover the architecture and gardens, take in spectacular views, and enjoy both casual and fine dining. It's a great place for groups to meet and learn about art.

Visit our Education section to learn more about free tours for groups, as well as suggestions of things to do on your own and self-guide activities.

A group is 15 or more people arriving by bus or car.

We encourage any group of more than 15 people to make a group reservation, because we can help you arrange tours, activities, and group dining options. Reservations are required for vehicles that seat more than 15 people.

Architecture tours are available for all groups. Groups from registered nonprofit organizations can request tours of the Museum's galleries and exhibitions, subject to availability. Offered weekdays only. See Tours and Activities for Groups below for details.

College Students and Professors, and K–12 Teachers
We have separate programs designed just for you. Visit the Getty Museum's Education pages to learn more and make reservation requests.

Please call Visitor Services at (310) 440-7300 or fill out the Getty Center Group Reservation Form. If you would like a free guided tour, please make reservations at least four weeks in advance. Tours are based on availability and are booked on a first-come first-served basis.

Cancellations
We appreciate receiving cancellations for group tours at least 48 hours in advance of your reservation, since this affects our staffing schedule. Call Visitor Services at (310) 440-7300, Monday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and tell the associate that you would like to cancel a group tour.

Tours and Activities
Visit our Education section to learn more about free tours for groups, as well as suggestions of things to do on your own.

• Cars

$15

• Mini-coach (up to 30 seats)

$80

• Motorcoach (30+ seats)

$185

Please pay in advance by check or credit card.

Registered nonprofit organizations are exempt from parking fees for oversize vehicles (not for cars). Please provide a valid Federal Tax ID number when making the reservation.

Drop-off
Passenger drop-offs are permitted with reservations. For safety, please do not load or unload on Sepulveda Boulevard.

Cafes, Restaurant, and Coffee
The Getty Center has two cafes that offer affordable and healthy options for groups. A formal restaurant provides stunning views of the Santa Monica Mountains. Coffee carts also provide prepared sandwiches, drinks, and sweets. Learn more about Where to Eat.

Cafe Vouchers
Purchase pre-paid cafe vouchers for your group through our catering office. The vouchers are redeemable at all dining facilities at the Getty Center and provide a convenient way to pay for the dining costs for your whole group in advance. Please contact the Getty Center catering office directly for more information: (310) 440-6213.

Picnic Box Lunches
Groups have the option to arrange for picnic box lunches through the Getty Center catering office by calling (310) 440-6213 or filling out an online form.


All box lunches are self-contained in transportable, disposable bags. Pick up lunches on the Plaza Level, in front of the Restaurant.

Picnic Areas
There are many locations at the Getty Center for groups to sit and eat together. Tables and chairs are available on the Garden Terrace, and the lawn in the Central Garden is a great place for a picnic.

Private Dining Room
For an elegant catered lunch, the Private Dining Room can seat up to 54 people. The room is located above the Restaurant, and has stunning views of the city and mountains. For reservations, call (310) 440-6213.

The Getty Villa is a great place to visit as a group!

Discover the world of ancient art and architecture in this recreation of an ancient Roman villa. From galleries to gardens, the Getty Villa offers unique experiences for groups of all kinds, with people of all ages.


Visit our Education section to learn more about free tours for groups, as well as suggestions of things to do on your own and self-guide activities.

A group is 15 or more people arriving by bus or car.

We encourage any group of more than 15 people to make a group reservation, because we can help you arrange tours, activities, and group dining options. Group reservations are required for vehicles that seat more than 15 people. Group visitors arriving by car must be in posession of a timed, dated ticket.

Tours of the Villa site are available for all groups. Groups from registered nonprofit organizations can also arrange tours of the permanent collection and changing exhibitions. See Tours and Activities for Groups below for details.

College Students and Professors, and K-12 Teachers
We have separate programs designed just for you. Visit the Getty Museum's Education pages to learn more and make reservation requests.

To obtain tickets, or reserve oversized-vehicle parking, please call Visitor Services at (310) 440-7300 or fill out the Getty Villa Group Reservation Form. If you would like a free guided tour, please make reservations at least four weeks in advance. Tours are based on availability and are booked on a first-come first-served basis.

Cancellations
We appreciate receiving cancellations for group tours at least 48 hours in advance of your reservation, since this affects our staffing schedule. Call Visitor Services at (310) 440-7300, Monday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and tell the associate that you would like to cancel a group tour.

Tours and Activities
Visit our Education section to learn more about free tours for groups, as well as suggestions of things to do on your own.

• Cars

$15

• Mini-coach (up to 30 seats)

$80

• Motorcoach (30+ seats)

$185

Please pay in advance by check or credit card.

Registered nonprofit organizations are exempt from parking fees for oversize vehicles (not for cars). Please provide a valid Federal Tax ID number when making the reservation.

Drop-off
Buses are not permitted to drop off passengers at the Villa.

Passenger drop-offs from vehicles with nine passengers or fewer are permitted. Each person dropped off must have a Villa ticket. Security officers or Visitor Services staff will direct you to the drop-off area.

Public Transportation
No walk-ins are permitted at the Getty Villa, except those arriving by public transportation. Passengers arriving at Pacific Coast Highway and Coastline Drive via public bus must have their Villa admission ticket hole-punched by the driver before exiting the bus in order to enter the Villa.

Cafe and Coffee
The Getty Villa Cafe offers affordable and healthy Mediterranean fare. The Coffee Kiosk also provides sandwiches, snacks, drinks, and sweets. Learn more about Where to Eat.

Cafe Vouchers
Purchase prepaid cafe vouchers for your group through our catering office. The vouchers are redeemable at the Getty Villa Cafe and provide a convenient way to pay for the dining costs for your whole group in advance. Please contact the Getty Villa catering office directly for more information: (310) 440-6213.

Picnic Box Lunches
Groups have the option to arrange for picnic box lunches through the Getty Villa catering office by calling (310) 440-6213 or filling out an online form.


All picnic lunches are self-contained in transportable, disposable boxes. Pick up box lunches near the cafe.

Picnic Areas
Groups can sit and eat together at tables on the cafe terrace or in the outdoor theater. The school-group picnic area is available on weekends and after 1:00 p.m. on weekdays. Ask Visitor Services staff for directions.

Founders Room
For an elegant catered lunch, the Founders Room can seat up to 54 people. The room is located above the cafe, and has stunning views of the Villa and the Pacific Ocean. For reservations, call (310) 440-6213.