Who says L.A. lacks culture? Not only do we boast an impressive array of amazing museums, but almost every single one offers free admission, either on select days or all the time. Aesthetes and culture vultures can get their fix for free at the spots below, which even with their price point removed from the equation would still rank among the best things to do—from a Pacific Palisades estate to the hilltops of Griffith Park. Whether you prefer the greatest hits at LACMA or off-the-beaten-path museums, it’s easy to plan a free museum visit (especially if you have a library card) as long as you keep some key dates and times in mind. Here are the best free museums in Los Angeles, whether they offer free admission year-round or free museum days.
Psst: Be on the lookout for the annual Museums Free-For-All and Museum Day, which offer free access to some spots that otherwise always charge admission.
RECOMMENDED: See the full list of free things to do in L.A.
