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La Brea Tar Pits and Museum Admission Ticket with Excavator Tour Day Tours

Name: La Brea Tar Pits and Museum Admission Ticket with Excavator Tour Day Tours
Brand: HolidaySG
Price: 10.11 SGD
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5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, Unite...

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Adult -16%

SGD 29.00 SGD 24.36

Child -17%

SGD 12.24 SGD 10.11

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SGD 22.92 SGD 19.10

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About La Brea Tar Pits and Museum Admission Ticket with Excavator Tour Day Tours

Unearth the mysteries of the Ice Age at the La Brea Tar Pits, where prehistoric creatures are still being discovered today. Your admission includes an exclusive Excavator Tour, giving you a front-row seat to active paleontological digs at Pit 91, plus access to the fascinating Atrium and Pleistocene Gardens.

Local Legends & Stories

The La Brea Tar Pits have been trapping animals for over 100,000 years, making it one of the richest sources of Ice Age fossils globally. Local Native American tribes once used the tar for waterproofing and medicinal purposes.

Must Do Experiences

Ride an excavator on an active dig site at Pit 91
Explore the Atrium's stunning fossil displays and life-sized models
Stroll through the Pleistocene Gardens featuring Ice Age plants and animals
Watch the bubbling tar seeps and learn about the natural asphalt pools

Hidden Gems

Take a guided tour of the active research labs where fossils are being prepared
Find the quiet courtyard garden with a stunning replica of a Columbian mammoth
Join a volunteer docent talk for deeper insights into the site's history

What Makes it Special

Only urban tar pits in the world where you can watch active excavations
Excavator Tour provides a rare up-close look at paleontological fieldwork
Combines museum exhibits with outdoor gardens and living natural features

Available Facilities

Gift shop café wheelchair accessibility guided tours educational programs parking restrooms lecture hall

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Visit during weekdays to avoid crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience. Early morning or late afternoon tours offer cooler temperatures and better lighting for photography. The site is particularly magical in spring when the gardens are in bloom.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

Use a wide-angle lens to capture the vastness of Pit 91
Avoid flash indoors to protect the fossils and other visitors
Focus on the contrast between the ancient tar and modern machinery for dramatic shots

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

Respect the active research areas by staying on designated paths Quiet voices in the museum to allow others to enjoy the exhibits Support local conservation efforts by purchasing souvenirs from the gift shop

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

Fossil Festival in October features hands-on activities and expert talks
Holiday Light Nights in December transform the gardens with seasonal displays
Summer science camps for kids offer immersive paleontology experiences

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

Supervise children closely near the tar pits and excavation areas
Heed all warning signs and barriers for your safety
Stay hydrated and apply sunscreen during outdoor portions of the tour

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

Admission includes access to the museum, Pit 91, Atrium, and Pleistocene Gardens. The Excavator Tour is included with your ticket, but special guided tours may require additional fees.

Visit Duration

Plan for approximately 2-3 hours to fully enjoy the museum, tour, and gardens. Allow extra time if you wish to explore the gift shop or attend a lecture.

Accessibility

The museum and most outdoor areas are wheelchair accessible. Accessible restrooms and elevator access to all floors are available.

Overview

La Brea Tar Pits and Museum Admission Ticket with Excavator Tour Day Tours gallery

Important Information

Opening Hours

Open from 9:30am-5:00pm

What's Included

Excavator TourPit 91 AccessAtrium AccessPleistocene Gardens

Not Included

Ice Age Encounters show and 3D Film (tickets are available on site when you arrive)
Souvenir photos (available for purchase on-site)

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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

Involves a moderate amount of walking

Location

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, an admission ticket is required to enter the museum and participate in the guided Excavator Tour. This package provides full access to both the indoor exhibits and the outdoor excavation sites.

Guests typically spend about two to three hours exploring the museum exhibits and participating in the guided Excavator Tour. This duration allows for a comprehensive view of the Ice Age fossils and active excavation sites.

While the outdoor pits are visible from the surrounding public park, this ticket grants you necessary access to the extensive indoor museum and the exclusive Excavator Tour.

Experiencing all the indoor museum exhibits, outdoor excavation sites, and the included Excavator Tour generally takes around two to three hours.

The Excavator Tour includes a guided walking tour of the outdoor tar pits and active excavation sites led by a museum educator, in addition to general admission to the indoor museum.

The guided outdoor Excavator Tour lasts exactly one hour, after which you are free to explore the indoor exhibits at your own pace.

Yes, the tour takes you to Pit 91 and the Project 23 excavation sites where you can observe paleontologists actively uncovering fossils during the summer excavation season.

Guests must check in at the admissions desk inside the main museum lobby at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of the tour.

The tour involves walking on uneven outdoor terrain and gravel paths around the pits, making it difficult to navigate with standard strollers.

The outdoor paths around the tar pits are paved and generally wheelchair accessible, though some uneven ground near the active excavation sites may require assistance.

The active excavation sites at Pit 91 and Project 23 are typically only open and staffed by paleontologists during the summer months, usually from late June through early September.

You should wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes and bring sun protection, as the outdoor tar pits offer very little shade.

No, the Excavator Tour requires a specific reserved date and time slot, and tickets are only valid for the exact session you booked.

Yes, your general admission ticket allows for unlimited re-entry into the indoor museum galleries for the remainder of the operating day.

About La Brea Tar Pits and Museum Admission Ticket with Excavator Tour Day Tours

Plan for approximately 2-3 hours to fully enjoy the museum, tour, and gardens. Allow extra time if you wish to explore the gift shop or attend a lecture.

The Page Museum is located in Los Angeles, USA. It is famous for its outdoor tar pit fossil site and is a representative natural history attraction. The tar pit outside the museum is still oozing oil, and is an important window to understand the ecology of the Ice Age. Visitors can watch 3D movies about the formation of the tar pit and paleontological discoveries in the museum, and can also appreciate the skeleton fossils of large mammals such as mammoths and giant ground sloths up close. There are also staff on site to clean and study the fossil laboratory, and the process is open to the public. It is suitable for tourists interested in geology, biology or natural history to arrange a half-day trip.

Admission includes access to the museum, Pit 91, Atrium, and Pleistocene Gardens. The Excavator Tour is included with your ticket, but special guided tours may require additional fees.

The museum and most outdoor areas are wheelchair accessible. Accessible restrooms and elevator access to all floors are available.

Supervise children closely near the tar pits and excavation areas
Heed all warning signs and barriers for your safety
Stay hydrated and apply sunscreen during outdoor portions of the tour

Use a wide-angle lens to capture the vastness of Pit 91
Avoid flash indoors to protect the fossils and other visitors
Focus on the contrast between the ancient tar and modern machinery for dramatic shots

Gift shop, café, wheelchair accessibility, guided tours, educational programs, parking, restrooms, lecture hall

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