The Museum at La Brea Tar Pits is temporarily closed for construction. Many outdoor areas of Hancock Park remain open. Learn More.

Parking and Directions

Parking

La Brea Tar Pits Museum Parking

Parking lot at South Curson Avenue

La Brea Tar Pits Car Park is closed to the general public. On-site parking is restricted to La Brea Tar Pits Insider Tour ticket holders only with proof of purchase at the entrance. If you choose street parking, please read all parking signs carefully, as restrictions apply. Most importantly, do not park along Wilshire Boulevard between the hours of 7 and 9 am and 4 and 7 pm (Monday–Friday), or your car will be ticketed and towed. This applies even if you are parked at a meter. 

Alternative parking structures are located at LACMA, the SAG-AFTRA building, and the Petersen Automotive Museum. For questions or directions, please call 213.763.3466 or email info@nhm.org.

Map of La Brea Tar Pits

Go Metro

TAKE THE D LINE (WILSHIRE/FAIRFAX STATION) TO VISIT 

Visit Metro for route and rate information. We encourage visitors to take LA Metro and offer a $2 discount for anyone who shows a TAP card when they check in. 

Questions?

For assistance with parking and directions, call 213.763.3466 or email info@nhm.org.