Immerse yourself in the art and artifacts of the ancient Mediterranean world at the J. Paul Getty Villa Museum.
Book NowTreat yourself to a captivating voyage through time at the Getty Villa in Malibu, the only museum in the U.S. dedicated solely to Mediterranean antiquities. Crafted by oil tycoon J. Paul Getty in the 1970s, the Villa is modeled after a luxurious home entombed by volcanic ash for centuries following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in Italy. Wander through vibrant gardens and galleries hosting a treasure trove of over 1,200 artifacts spanning 4,000 years of historyfrom Stone Age relics to the decline of the Roman Empire. Marvel at first-century murals from the buried village of Pompeii, Roman sculptures, Hellenistic jewelry, and Etruscan artwork unveiling stories of ancient civilizations. Stroll the museum at a leisurely pace, savoring casual Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at the onsite café for lunch on your own.
All-day Excursion
All times and routing are approximate and subject to change without notice.
9:15am - 9:45am
Comfiort stop
11:00am - 3:30pm
Time on own to explore the Getty Villa and enjoy lunch on your own
5:30pm - 6:00pm
Comfort stop
6:00pm
Depart for local drop-offs
Tour Manager: 11/9 Patti Foley*
Some stairs and or inclines are present at destination. Moderate walking is required to fully experience all the museum' exhibits.
Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation from pickup lcocations throughout San Diego County
Professional Tour Manager throughout the trip
Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach
Admission into the Getty Villa
Meals
Cancellation Protection
Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver
Click here to view what's currently on exhibit. Please let us know if there's a future exhibit you'd like to see. We might add a tour date based on your suggestion!
To view the mobile-friendly Getty Center online navigation, click here.
Making your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours of M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, and more.
If you purchased the optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) prior to the deadline, you can cancel your booking at any time for any reason and you'll receive a full refund of the tour fare.
If you declined the CPP, you may cancel your reservation fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $15 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date, you can avoid the cancellation fee by transferring the funds to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Bookings canceled within 14 days of the departure date are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason. Name changes on daytrips are always permitted at no additional cost.
* Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address | Times |
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Carlsbad | La Costa Avenue Park & Ride East side of I-5, at 710 La Costa Ave, 92024. | View |
La Mesa | Park & Ride #22 lot - 8703 Murray Dr, 91942 Narrow Park & Ride Across from Wells Fargo Bank | View |
Mission Valley | 2005 Camino Del Este San Diego, CA 92108; Street parking only | View |
University City | 6245 Kantor Street, San Diego, CA 92122 Street parking only. Do not enter parking lot. | View |
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