Petersen Automotive Museum

Automotive Museum
4.6(2,663)
$$
Closed now
Opens 10:00 AM
Premier institution dedicated to the art and history of the automobile. It showcases a vast and diverse collection of vehicles, ranging from early legends to modern supercars, iconic movie cars, and rare motorcycles.

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This museum is a vibrant tribute to car culture, with a diverse collection of over 150 rare and classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles, including iconic movie vehicles like the DeLorean. The main museum offers engaging, beautifully presented exhibits, while "The Vault" provides an even deeper dive into automotive history with hundreds more vehicles, many of which are well-lit and accessible for close inspection.

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6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Closed now
  Opens 10:00 AM

About

Founded by magazine publisher Robert E. Petersen, this museum is housed in a former department store that was built in 1962. It boasts an impressive "Vault" containing over 300 vehicles, including Formula 1 cars driven by legends like Ayrton Senna.

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