Brentwood's main visitor draw is the Getty Center, which the Getty says is located in Brentwood off the west side of the 405 freeway and offers free admission with a reservation. Parking is $25 per car, $15 after 3 p.m. and $10 after 6 p.m. Choose Brentwood for a museum visit and quiet residential surroundings; it has little nightlife for visitors.
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Best for | Art, architecture and views at the Getty Center; quieter lodging |
| Trade-offs | Residential; reaching it without a car takes planning (check Getty transportation page) |
| Key facts | Getty Center: free admission; parking $25 / $15 after 3 p.m. / $10 after 6 p.m.; closed Mondays |
| Getting around | Getty parking and transportation page lists options |
| Nearby | Santa Monica, Westwood, Beverly Hills |
What to see and do
The Getty lists the Getty Center hours as Tuesday–Friday and Sunday 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.–9 p.m., closed Monday; parking on Saturdays after 6 p.m. is free; payment is cashless. Reserve a free ticket online before you go.
Our assessment
Treat Brentwood as a half-day museum stop paired with Santa Monica.