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The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical GardensvsThe Getty Center
The Getty Center and The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens are both praised by travel writers. Overall, The Getty Center is the choice of most professionals compared to The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens. The Getty Center comes in at 94 with endorsements from 10 sources like Frommer's, Concierge and Fodor's.
The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens
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1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, CA 91108
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Concierge "Aside from its renowned art collection and rare antique books, the main draw of this property is its magnificent botanical gardens."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Unwind in the Zen-like tranquility of a Japanese garden." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The former estate of railroad tycoon Henry Huntington is one of southern California’s most magnificent." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The Huntington comprises one of the world's finest research libraries of rare books and manuscripts; a world-class collection of 18-19C British art, French and American works." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Huntington is a beautiful, cultural destination." Full review
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Don't miss out on beautiful, historical, and cultural experiences at The Huntington!
The Telegraph "One of the world’s oldest and largest collections of cacti, succulents and plants from extreme environments." Full review
Time Out "The bequest of entrepreneur Henry E Huntington is now one of the most enjoyable attractions in the Los Angeles region." Full review
Afar Magazine " This is a nice escape from the big city if you have a day to spare while in Southern California." Full review
Fodor's "If you have time for just one stop in the Pasadena area, be sure to see this sprawling estate built for railroad tycoon Henry E. Huntington." Full review
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Don't resist being lured outside into the stunning Botanical Gardens
Frommer's "American art is exhibited in additional galleries...but it's the vast botanical gardens featuring more than 14,000 different species of plants that draw most locals to the Huntington." Full review
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1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049
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Fodor's "With its curving walls and isolated hilltop perch, the Getty Center resembles a pristine fortified city of its own." Full review
Concierge "This is architect Richard Meier's masterwork, a stunning 110-acre modernist complex in the Santa Monica Mountains housing the Getty Museum and other foundation buildings."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A stellar art collection (everything from Renaissance to David Hockney), Richard Meier’s cutting-edge architecture, and the visual splendor of seasonally changing gardens." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Since L.A. lacks the piazzas and promenades of other major cities, the Getty Center is more than just a museum." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A gleaming cluster of low-lying buildings holds one of the nation's most extensive facilities for the study, conservation and presentation of visual art." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Stunning 110-acre modernist complex in the Santa Monica Mountains houses the Getty Museum... showcasing big-ticket pieces from the likes of Cézanne and Van Gogh." Full review
Afar Magazine "Set in the hills above Brentwood, The Getty Center is one of North America's premier art collections and is FREE." Full review
Not For Tourists "Cool buildings (Meier), great garden (Irwin), fabulous views (G-d)."
The Telegraph "The Getty Museum is spread over two lavish campuses." Full review
Afar Magazine "J. Paul Getty’s original museum is as much about the transporting setting as it is about the pieces inside. " Full review
