La Brea Tar Pits
The La Brea Tar Pits are natural asphalt seeps in Hancock Park on Wilshire Boulevard where fossils of Ice Age animals such as mammoths, sabre-toothed cats and dire wolves have been dug up since the early 1900s. The La Brea Tar Pits Museum shows the skeletons, and visitors can watch excavation and fossil preparation in progress.
Good to know
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 09:30–17:00
- Price
- Tickets with extras from $145
Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source tarpits.org
Tickets for La Brea Tar Pits
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Frequently asked questions
Is La Brea Tar Pits free?
No. No plain entry ticket is sold online; tickets with extras start at $145.
What are the opening hours of La Brea Tar Pits?
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:30–17:00.
Where can I buy tickets for La Brea Tar Pits?
Tickets with extras are sold online by Tiqets, from $145.