Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States

Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd

Outty Ranking 72 5.0 · 15 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $44

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72/100

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Is Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd worth booking?

Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd is a 1.5-hour experience in Los Angeles, United States, from $44 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
5/5 (15)
Duration
1.5 hours
From
$44 per person

Discover the stories behind Wilshire Boulevard’s Miracle Mile on this engaging tour showcasing four remarkable museums. Your expert guide will lead you through their outdoor spaces, revealing the surprising connections b

What you get

    About this experience

    Discover the stories behind Wilshire Boulevard’s Miracle Mile on this engaging tour showcasing four remarkable museums. Your expert guide will lead you through their outdoor spaces, revealing the surprising connections between cars, art, film, and natural history in Los Angeles. We begin at the La Brea Tar Pits, where you’ll step back in time to see active fossil digs and remains of Ice Age giants like woolly mammoths and giant sloths. At LACMA, capture the perfect shot at “Urban Light,” LA’s most photographed landmark and learn about the largest art museum in the western United States. Then, marvel at the Petersen Automotive Museum’s stunning collection, from rare prototypes to legendary Batmobiles, a true car enthusiasts dream! Finally, we finish at the entrance of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, where you’ll get a taste of cinematic history and get to marvel at this historic Streamline Moderne landmark built in 1939 as a May Company department store.

    What's included

    Included

    • Guided Tour of outdoor museum areas
    • English Speaking Tour Guide

    Not included

    • Parking
    • Museum Admission Tickets (optional)
    • Guide Gratuities (appreciated but not expected)

    What you'll see and do

    1. La Brea Tar Pits & Museum

      Visit these historic tar pits where natural asphalt (tar) has seeped up from the ground for tens of thousands of years! These pits have trapped and preserved a remarkable amount of Ice Age fossils, including saber-toothed cats, mammoths, dire wolves, and many other animals.

      30 minutes here

    2. Los Angeles County Museum of Art

      LACMA is the largest art museum in the western United States and holds a vast collection of artworks spanning from ancient times to the present day. With exhibits ranging from paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts to photography, textiles, and contemporary art installations we'll explore some of the outside art installations.

      20 minutes here

    3. Urban Light

      Take a picture at the iconic "Urban Light" installation, featuring 202 Los Angeles restored vintage street lamps!

      10 minutes here

    4. Petersen Automotive Museum

      The Petersen Automotive Museum is a popular destination for automotive enthusiasts, historians, and visitors interested in exploring the evolution of transportation and its impact on society. It is one of the world's largest automotive museums and is renowned for its extensive collection of classic, vintage, and modern cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles.

      30 minutes here

    5. Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures

      The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles is the world’s premier institution dedicated to the art, history, and science of filmmaking. Opened in 2021 and operated by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (the organization behind the Oscars), the museum features immersive exhibitions, rare artifacts, iconic costumes, props, and interactive experiences that explore cinema’s past, present, and future. Housed in a stunning Renzo Piano–designed building with the distinctive glass-domed David Geffen Theater, it offers film screenings, special programs, and behind-the-scenes insights into Hollywood’s creative process.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Los Angeles

    Meet in front of La Brea Tar Pits Sign at corner of Wilshire and S Curson

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Outside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

    Options you can book

    • 10:00 AM

      10:00 AM

    • 2:00 PM

      2:00 PM

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    igniTours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd in Los Angeles, photo 2ID 321522347 © Kateryna Chyzhevska | Dreamstime.comID 179459847 © James Kirkikis | Dreamstime.comOne of Petersen Automotive Museums many treasures!Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd in Los Angeles, photo 6Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd in Los Angeles, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    15 verified traveler reviews for Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Q8873PEtimm · December 2025

    First step in exploring Museum Row.

    Very informative and a great value. Gave us an oversight of the nearby museums and helped us focus on which ones we wanted to explore further. Our guide Angelica was very knowledgeable, professional and personable. We enjoyed our time together.

    via Tripadvisor

    Debbie_P · August 2025

    Expections

    Mostly get an historical over view of the museums. Quick Look at the car museum & a little more time at the Academy of Museum of Motion Pictures

    via Viator

    AJIPON_N · July 2025

    Great Tour with a Fantastic Guide!

    "Our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. The tour was fun and informative. Highly recommended!"

    via Viator

    Lynn_B · June 2025

    A beautiful extensive day visiting and learning, natural and art history!

    Our tour guide Paul was very professional and knowledgeable, especially about the La Brea tar pits better known as asphalt. After a good hour at the tar pit, we headed over to Lacma/Broad museums, which Paul gave us the rundown on some of the outdoor art. The tour does not include visiting inside of the museum. I would totally recommend buying a ticket or becoming a member to explore the three floors of diversified art, including South American, primitive art, Buddhist artifacts,Picasso‘s Andy Warhol and Lichtenstein. There is a wonderful German art exhibition. We then headed over to the car museum on the first floor. You’ll have to buy a ticket to go into the rest of the museum, but it was spectacular. A wonderful café to eat lunch. The next stop was at The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. If you’re a fan of movies and Academy Awards, it was very interesting and nostalgic. The tour includes this museum ticket and you could spend half a day watching and reading all about the different ways movies are made. We finished at the top of the sphere where you can look out over LA and the tar pits. We had a fabulous day exploring all the museums.

    via Viator

    georgiasB1975EN · May 2025

    Great introduction to the history of LA

    Chris was an awesome guide! The walking tour was a great introduction to the city and its history. We walked around the public outdoor exhibits of the LACMA/Peterson Automotive/La Brea Tar Pits, as well as inside the Academy Museum (ticket for that one is included with the tour). Even after the tour ended, I think the visits to the museums' exhibits were much more enriching because of the knowledge we went in with. also 10/10 title thanks Chris

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $44 to $68
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    5
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 72

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)42
    Booking momentum (14% weight)32
    Value for money (12% weight)97
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)67
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Los Angeles.

    How much does Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd cost?

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    Prices start at $44 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Los Angeles usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd take?

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    Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Los Angeles is not rushed.

    Is Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Los Angeles, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd?

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    Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Los Angeles can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Los Angeles and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Los Angeles within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Los Angeles?

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    Los Angeles rewards travellers who cluster their bookings by geography rather than by theme. Studio tours and Hollywood walks sit inland, the Malibu and Santa Monica coast runs west, and Griffith Observatory and the canyon hikes work best at dawn or dusk. We weight transport clarity in the ranking here: whether pickup is included changes an LA day more than the tour itself. On Outty we rank every Los Angeles experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hollywood Sign 2.5-Hour Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs, Los Angeles Hollywood Sign Hike: Front, Behind, and Expert Guide, Los Angeles Original 90-Minute Walking Tour to The Hollywood Sign. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Los Angeles?

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    March to May and September to November, for clear air and open canyon roads. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Los Angeles?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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