Robert Irwin's Central Garden — Attraction in Los Angeles

As someone who's lived here for so many years in Los Angeles, I've never once went to the Getty Center until now and even if it's just this garden section, words can't describe how beautiful and scenic this whole area looks! Even during a holiday weekend, this section of the Center was packed with so many families and couples and I can definitely tell that it was a highlight for many others like myself. Although the paths leading into the inner parts of the garden eventually became narrower and narrower, the people around were respectful in terms of sharing space but I wouldn't blame some who were just captivated by the beauty that surrounds this area. Not pictured was on the other side where you can see the whole lot of the rest of west LA and the tiny bits of the Pacific ocean, glistening and dancing with the sunshine.

I would recommend to come here during golden hour on a sunny day (3-5pm when the sun is setting) so you can get that picture-esque view whether for the memories...

The Getty Center - or just "The Getty" if you're cool like that - is hands down one of the best spots for a casual business meeting. Skip the crowded cafés and noisy city corners. If you really want to see what someone’s made of, bring them here. The setting has a way of letting the real personality shine... or panic quietly in the California sun.

You’ll inevitably find yourself wandering toward Robert Irwin’s Central Garden, a living, breathing art piece that humbles even the most seasoned negotiator. But fair warning - grab an iced latte at the kiosk before you hit that ramp. You’ll thank yourself later when you’re sunk into a shady bench, wondering how a quick stroll turned into a light cardio session.

Whether you’re here to talk business, admire beauty, or attempt to photograph a bee in flight (spoiler: no chance), this garden pulls you in and makes you forget what you were supposed to be doing.

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A welcome bonus when looking out from the Getty Center! Visitors are in for a visual treat to see the landscaping, as the garden captures the attention when viewed from the museum above! A creation of California artist Robert Irwin, which I think brings life to nature’s palette! Lawn crossing pathways lead to an irregular passage, crisscrossing a cascading stream. The finale downhill flow ends with a waterfall into a pond. Neatly cut bordered sidewalks guide visitors down into circle paths at the pond. Down here is a garden labyrinth maze, set upon a small lily pad pool with ducks surrounding it. Also, an obvious attraction near the pond are the large trellis-tree bougainvillea. I’ve not usually seen such form for a plant so scattered! Looking back up at the Getty Center from the garden reveals the exquisite nature of the museum and research structures. The earth tone travertine exterior blends nicely...