Los Angeles Ice Age History and Film Tour

Everyone knows LA has famous beaches and celebrities. But, did you know that LA used to be home to giant sloths the size of a VW? Or that woolly mammoths once roamed the LA basin? This tour will make you see LA in a whole new light.
You'll learn about a variety of fascinating subjects, from ice age era discoveries to how film came here. Starting with the La Brea Tar Pits, be transported back in time to 50,000 years ago!

Next, we'll visit the outdoor exhibits at LACMA. Snap a pic with “Urban Light”, the famous display of historic street lamps!

Next up, we'll take you through parts of the Petersen Automotive Museum, one of the world's largest car collections. A true car enthusiast's dream, this stop is always a crowd pleaser!

Finally we'll go inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Learn about the history of film while we guide you through the best highlights of the museum. Lastly, we will leave you with one of the best views of the city skyline for an epic photoshoot!

Meeting Point

Wilshire / Curson

Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA

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

What's included:

• Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket ($25 value)
• English Speaking Tour Guide

Not included:

• Parking
• Gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

La Brea Tar Pits and Museum

5801 Wilshire Blvd, , Los Angeles, 90036-4539, California

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

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

5905 Wilshire Blvd, , Los Angeles, 90036-4597, California

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.

20 minutes

Urban Light

5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, 90036-4504, California

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

10 minutes

Petersen Automotive Museum

6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, 90036-3605, California

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

Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures

6067 Wilshire Blvd, At The Corner Of Wilshire And Fairfax, Los Angeles, 90036-3604, California

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, is dedicated to the art, science, and history of filmmaking. It features a variety of exhibitions that explore different aspects of filmmaking, including the history of cinema, the art of filmmaking, iconic films and filmmakers, and the impact of movies on society and culture. The museum's collections include artifacts, costumes, props, memorabilia, and multimedia installations that provide insights into the creative processes behind some of the most beloved and influential films in history.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Hollywood Sign

Los Angeles, 90068, California

See the Hollywood Sign off in the hills from the museum's observation deck with panoramic views of Los Angeles! Let your guide snap one more photo before saying goodbye.

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