Why join a cookie-cutter one-size-fits-all tour with strangers when there is a better option? Explore The Getty privately. Skip the scripted commentary. Our tours are led by museum‑trained specialists—any day and time during Museum hours.
Enjoy an inspiring, conversational experience with Quick Culture. You will be awed by the stories of the "must-sees" and get a peek beyond the canvas that will spark your curiosity. Choose your tour length --- from a focused 90‑minute experience to an in‑depth 2.5‑hour exploration.
Great for solo visitors, couples, families, groups and corporate teams - anyone who prefers a customized experience instead of a one‑size‑fits‑all group tour.
The Getty opens the door; Quick Culture guides the journey. From da Vinci to van Gogh, they turn a simple visit into something unexpectedly fascinating. This private experience is trusted by Fortune 500 companies, financial firms, and VIP clients who value accuracy, insight, and a meaningful connection to the art.
Tour Options
Other Languages
Tours in other Languages: For a live translator/interpreter, there is an additional $135.00
Additional people
For groups of over 6: 2-hour tour: $40 for each additional person
Additional People
Groups can be up to 30 people: Group of up to 6: $275. Each additional person: $40
Itinerary
120 min
In this two-hour tour, find out why there are so many nudes in Renaissance Art--- And, why are there dead bugs, wilted flowers and skulls in Dutch paintings? Question why the Virgin Mary is always painted in red or blue or both. Why does impressionism look blurry? The 2-hour tour includes the highlights of the permanent collection, ) PLUS, you can opt to concentrate on a specific art period or (if showing) a Special Exhibition. It's about what you want!
Highlights
Sanitized assisted listening Devices are at no charge when requested.
Includes timed-entry ticket
What's included
Included
Sanitized assisted listening Devices are at no charge when requested.
Includes timed-entry ticket
Not included
Languages other than English and Russian are offered at a surcharge.
Food and drink are not included. However, snacks and fine dining are available!
Snacks
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ride-share dropoff point
Please note if there are children under the age of 12
Parking is $25 per car or motorcycle; $15 after 3pm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private Getty Center 2-Hour Tour with Museum-Trained Art Expert lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $275 per person for this Los Angeles experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your Getty-trained art historian in front of the Museum Entrance Doors. Your private guide will be holding a sign, "Quick Culture - Private Tour". Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in RU, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Please note if there are children under the age of 12
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(31)
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Rob_C
July 3, 2026
Father Son trip to Getty Museum
Amazing experience with a highly knowledgeable expert of the Getty Museum, the history and most importantly the art and garden. The views are incredible and my son was able to experience so much in a single place. Ellen connected with both of us and we thoroughly enjoyed the morning with her showing us around.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! You and your son were wonderful to tour. Great comments and questions! Hope to see you again at the Getty Villa and LACMA!
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Barbara_A
May 14, 2026
The Getty Center
Great tour. Ellen was extremely knowledgeable and imparted interesting stories and little known facts.
A great and informative 2 hr tour. Thank you Ellen for doing a great job and making our day enjoyable and fun.
Operator response
Thank you so much! It was my pleasure. See The Villa next time!
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Grace_C
April 20, 2026
This was a wonderful,...
This was a wonderful, informative tour. As someone who lives in the area and has visited the Getty previously, I learned a great deal.
Operator response
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to give you the tour. Great comments and observations!
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Danielle_D
March 26, 2026
Absolutely fantastic
Our group included my partner, his elderly dad and my trio of 18-year-old children. Ellen did a fantastic job of engaging all of us in her tour. She really brought the history to life and was so engaging and knowledgeable. We are so glad we did this tour of the Getty Center with her and it inspired us to return many many times. Highly recommend and we plan on doing a Getty Villa tour with her in the future!
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! Your family made insightful observations that were spot on and thought-provoking. It was great to meet you and I look forward to seeing you again!
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Sheri_T
March 22, 2026
Fascinating, Delightful Experience
If we could give 10 stars we would! Ellen was a delightful, engaging and informative guide who curated a lovely overview of the Getty for us. She has deep knowledge about the collection, interesting facts and fun stories that you wouldn't get on your own. Highly recommend this tour!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure touring all of you. The time flew by!
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Kimberly F
September 19, 2025
Quick Culture tour is excellent.
Helen was an incredible tour guide. She was informative and personable. We really appreciated the obvious preparation and effort she took in preparing her tour. We highly recommend booking a tour with Quick Culture!
Operator response
Thanks so much for the review. Sorry for the delay in my appreciation. Next time, see The Getty Villa!
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Camper31592673275
March 31, 2025
Interesting AND fun museum tour!
Tour guide was an amazing art expert with fun and interesting facts about the architecture, founder, master painters, artwork and artists’ techniques. She had a great sense of humor and taught us so much. The time sped by and left us wanting more.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! You made it fun and inspiring for me as well!
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Arthur_G
December 28, 2024
Wonderfully informative and enjoyable tour of the Getty
Ellen Greenberg gave our family a fantastic tour of the Getty Museum. We're 5 people ranging in age from 29 to 85. My ankle was injured, so I needed a wheelchair.
Ellen was patient, kind, friendly, and very knowledgeable. She obtained the wheelchair for us, and waited for a few of us who arrived late.
The Getty's a large museum, so Ellen showed us highlights that we had time to see in our 2 hour tour. She talked about the architecture of the museum, and the process of building it. She showed us art by Rembrandt, Bernini, artists in Leonardo da Vinci's studio, and a couple of dozen others.
Ellen was engaging. She encouraged us to ask her questions, and asked us questions to enliven the tour. She came well prepared with a big bag of laminated pictures that she used to illustrate her discussion of the art.
Her tour made our visit to the Getty much more enjoyable and informative than it would have been without her.
Operator response
Wow! Thank you so much for leaving such a detailed and wonderful review. But, as the expression goes, "It takes 2 to tango". And, your group was so enthusiastic and we had such a great exchange of ideas and opinions, I saw the art in many new ways as well!
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Arina_M
October 9, 2024
Great day at the Getty!
Alexandra is a very experienced guide, guided through the whole Getty collection, spectacular tour, great energy and so much knowledge about art history !
Operator response
Dear Arina~
I hope this message finds you well. Thank you for joining us on the recent museum tour. I'm so glad you had an enjoyable and enriching experience. Come back again soon!
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Jennifer_Y
August 4, 2024
Private tour with Ellen
We had a great private tour with Ellen. We learned so much from her and we would have been clueless navigating the Getty without her. She brought along pictures to add historical context to the artwork and it was both educational and entertaining. She is a wealth of knowledge.
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and thoughts during the tour. I enjoyed hearing your observations about the art and the artists!
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