The short answer
Some of LA's best sights cost nothing to enter: the Getty Center, The Broad and Griffith Observatory have free general admission, and LACMA has free times. You mostly pay for parking. A multi-attraction pass makes sense only if you plan to visit several paid attractions such as studio tours or theme parks.
Free museums and sights
| Place | Admission | Parking and notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getty Center | Free; timed-entry reservation | Parking $25, $15 after 3pm, $10 after 6pm; free Saturdays after 6pm. Closed Mondays. | getty.edu |
| The Broad | Free general admission | Parking $19 for 3 hours with validation, $29 daily max. Special exhibitions may be ticketed. | thebroad.org |
| Griffith Observatory | Free admission | Paid parking closest to the building. Closed Mondays. | griffithobservatory.org |
| LACMA | Adults $25 (LA County residents) / $30 (non-residents) | Free for LA County residents weekdays after 3pm with ID; free for everyone on the second Tuesday of each month; free for LA County youth 17 and under. | lacma.org |
Paid attraction passes
| Pass | Price | What is included | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go City Los Angeles Essentials | $69 | 3 attractions from a list of 10; valid 30 days from first visit. | gocity.com |
| Go City Los Angeles All-Inclusive | From $94 | Up to 33 attractions, including the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood and Knott's Berry Farm. | gocity.com |
| Go City Los Angeles All-Inclusive Plus | From $244 | Adds Universal Studios Hollywood (single admission), San Diego Zoo and Legoland California. | gocity.com |
To see if a pass saves money, add up the official gate price of each attraction you plan to visit and compare the total with the pass price.
Official pass page
Is a pass worth it?
- Only museums and views on your list: skip the pass and use the free options.
- Two or more studio tours or theme parks: compare the pass price with the gate prices.
- Unsure about dates: the pass page lists free cancellation within 90 days of purchase.
Free-day planner
- Reserve a timed Getty entry ahead.
- LA County resident? Visit LACMA on a weekday after 3pm.
- Plan Griffith for a weekday to avoid parking crowds.
- Avoid Mondays for the Getty and Griffith Observatory.
Frequently asked questions
Which LA museums are free?
The Getty Center, The Broad and Griffith Observatory have free general admission, per their official visit pages on Oct 28, 2026. LACMA is free for LA County residents on weekdays after 3pm and for everyone on the second Tuesday of each month.
Is a Los Angeles attraction pass worth it?
It depends on how many paid attractions you visit. Add up the gate prices for your plans and compare them with the pass price; if most of your list is free museums, a pass is not worth it.
How much is the Go City Los Angeles pass?
On Oct 28, 2026 the official page listed the Essentials pass at $69, the All-Inclusive pass from $94 and the All-Inclusive Pass Plus from $244.
Do free museums charge for parking?
Often yes. The Getty Center listed parking at $25 ($15 after 3pm) and The Broad at $19 for 3 hours with validation.