🖼️ Best Museums & Art Galleries in California
29 museums & art galleries in California, ranked by Google rating and number of reviews. Featured listings appear first.
Nethercutt Museum is a museum in Sylmar, California.
Live the adventure & honor the legend of the USS Midway with activities & fun for the whole family onboard! Voted #1 "Thing to Do" on Trip Advisor SD!
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Museums & Art Galleries · Los Angeles, California
Please note, the Museum is closed every 1st Tuesday of the month, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
The Petersen Automotive Museum is located on Wilshire Boulevard along Museum Row in the Miracle Mile neighborhood of Los Angeles. One of the world's largest automotive museums, the Petersen Automotive Museum is a nonprof…
The Getty Villa offers an incomparable setting for the study and enjoyment of the arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome, and Etruria. The Villa weaves together art, performances, family activities, lectures, theater,…
Embark on a journey of science learning and fun for everyone as you explore over 150 interactive exhibits in our galleries like Ecosystems featuring live animals in living habitats, including a 188,000 gallon kelp forest…
Located in beautiful Griffith Park, the Autry is a museum dedicated to the art, history, and cultures of the American West. See world-class galleries filled with Native American art and cultural materials, film memorabil…
Spanning over 27,000 square feet of trains, trestles, and tracks we are in the heart of natural beauty framed by the majestic backdrop of Balboa Park. The San Diego Model Railroad Museum (SDMRM) is a space where imaginat…
Affectionately known as the “jewel box” of fine art, the Timken is home to the Putnam Foundation’s world-class collection of European and American masterpieces and Russian icons. Artists represented include Rembrandt, Ru…
Los Angeles County Museum of Art is one of the museums & art galleries listed in Los Angeles, California.
Located in the heart of Balboa Park, The San Diego Museum of Art is the region’s largest and most attended art museum. The museum’s nationally renowned art collection includes Spanish and Italian old masters; South Asian…
CAAM is a hub for exploring African American art, history, and culture, with a focus on California and the West. Located in Los Angeles's Exposition Park; admission is free!
Mingei International Museum was founded in 1978 and presents works of folk art, craft and design. The Museum has a rich history and commitment to furthering the understanding of art of the people (mingei) from all eras a…
The Fleet Science Center connects people of all ages to the possibilities and power of science to create a better future. Our mission is to realize a San Diego where everyone is connected to the power of science.
The Hammer Museum presents rotating exhibitions of contemporary and historical work in all media of the visual arts, plus hundreds of free programs including film screenings, performances, lectures, readings, and panel d…
MCASD invites all people to experience our world, our region, and ourselves through the prism of contemporary art. Your generous support helps us shape the future of contemporary art through expansive exhibitions and ins…
Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art
Museums & Art Galleries · San Diego, California
More than just photography, the Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art (MOPA@SDMA) seeks to inspire and empower audiences by promoting critical thought and cultivating the meaningful exchange of ideas…
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures celebrates the art and science of movies—past, present, and future. Its exhibitions and programs convey the magic of cinema and offer a glimpse behind the screen, illuminating the cr…
The GRAMMY Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and exploring music from yesterday and today to inspire the music of tomorrow through exhibits, education, grants, preservation initiatives, and publ…
The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
Museums & Art Galleries · Los Angeles, California
Discover the latest and greatest in contemporary art at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA). With a collection of over 8,000 works from around the world, MOCA is one of the most important museums of modern…
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Frequently asked questions
How many museums & art galleries are there in California?
The directory currently lists 29 museums & art galleries in California, updated continuously from Google Maps.
Which museum in California is rated highest?
Weighing rating against review count, Nethercutt Museum currently leads with 4.9 out of 5 from 1,468 reviews.
How is this list ranked?
Featured listings (paid, always labeled) come first; the rest are ordered by a score that balances the average Google rating against the number of reviews, so a 4.8 from 300 reviews outranks a 5.0 from 2.
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