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title: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
slug: natural-history-museum-of-los-angeles-county-tickets
type: attraction
sub_type: museums
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/natural-history-museum-of-los-angeles-county-tickets
city: Los Angeles
state: CA
country: US
address: 900 Exposition Blvd.
geo:
  lat: 34.01714
  lng: -118.28866
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:29:51.561Z
price_from:
  amount: 17
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
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  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: General Admission
        price: 16
        regular_price: 18
        savings: 2
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (18+ yrs)
            min_age: 18
          - name: Senior (62+ yrs)
            min_age: 62
          - name: Youth or Student w/Student ID (13-17 yrs)
            min_age: 13
            max_age: 17
          - name: Child (3-12 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 12
          - name: Child 2 and Under  (0-2 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 2
---
## Overview

Journey through time at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, where the past comes alive! Located in the heart of Los Angeles, CA, this family-friendly museum features dinosaur exhibits, gems, and minerals. Perfect for history buffs, nature lovers, and fun educational outings.

## What's Included

- Access to all permanent exhibits, including the Dinosaur Hall, Gem and Mineral Hall, African and North American Mammal Halls, and Nature Gardens.

## What's Not Included

- The Butterfly Pavilion (seasonal) and Dinosaur Encounters show are separately-ticketed attractions, available on-site for an additional fee.

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## Ticket Options

- **General Admission** — $16.00 (regularly $18.00, save $2.00)
  Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County tickets offer 1-day general admission access to 12 permanent exhibits, including Dinosaur Hall, Becoming Los Angeles, Nature Gardens, Age of Mammals, Discovery Center, and Dino Lab.
  - Adult (18+ yrs)
  - Senior (62+ yrs)
  - Youth or Student w/Student ID (13-17 yrs)
  - Child (3-12 yrs)
  - Child 2 and Under  (0-2 yrs)

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## Good to Know

- Located in Exposition Park, a vibrant cultural and entertainment hub south of downtown Los Angeles.
- On-site parking is available for a fee at Bill Robertson Lane and Exposition Park Drive.
- The family-friendly museum offers free admission to children ages 2 and under. Tickets for children 2 and under are required for admission.
- Stop by Neighborhood Grill for made-to-order meals or grab-and-go snacks, with vegan and gluten-free options.
- All exhibits are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, with exception of strollers inside the Butterfly and Spider Pavilion.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where is the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County?

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is in Exposition Park, located about 4 miles south of downtown Los Angeles at 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007.

### Is parking available?

Yes. On-site parking is available for an $18 flat-rate fee at 3724 Bill Robertson Ln, Los Angeles, CA 90037. Additional parking space is available for a $20 flat-rate fee at 700 Exposition Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

### Is the museum family-friendly?

Absolutely! The museum is enjoyable and educational for all ages. Plus, children ages 2 and under are admitted for free with a ticket. Remember to select a free ticket for them.

### Is the museum wheelchair and stroller accessible?

Yes. All exhibits in the museum are wheelchair and stroller accessible, except for Butterfly and Spider Pavilion. They also offer wheelchair rentals on a first-come, first-served basis. To rent, leave your driver's license or any government-issued ID. The museum also features accessible parking and restrooms, a family lounge, sensory sensitivity kits, closed-captioning for videos, assistive listening devices and ASL interpretation (with at least 2 weeks advance notice).

### Can I bring a pet?

No, sorry. Only ADA-defined service animals are allowed in the museum.

### Are food and drinks available at the museum?

Yes, guests can grab a bite at Neighborhood Grill. They offer a selection of made-to-order and grab n’ go items, including hot and cold sandwiches, flatbread pizzas, salads, nuggets, snacks and sweet treats, and vegan and gluten-free options.

### Is there a souvenir shop onsite?

The museum store and the store in the Butterfly Pavilion are open for all visitors. They offer nature and butterfly-themed gifts and souvenirs.

## Reviews

> "Great museum and fun 'Night at the Museum' event"
> — tinaNtravel, April 11, 2026