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Your Ultimate Visit Guide: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Plan Your Visit to the Academy Museum

Preparing for a trip to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is straightforward with advance planning. Located at the vibrant corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue on Los Angeles’s Miracle Mile, the campus features six floors of interactive exhibition galleries, two state-of-the-art screening theaters, and an outdoor terrace with views of the Hollywood Hills. Reserving timed-entry tickets online ahead of arrival ensures a seamless entrance, giving visitors quick access to iconic movie props, historic costumes, and the complete story of cinema.

When to Visit?

Operating Hours

Plan a trip to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures with this breakdown of daily operating hours and crowd patterns. Securing timed-entry tickets in advance ensures seamless access to six floors of immersive exhibitions and world-class screening venues.

Museum Galleries: Open Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Museum Store: Open Wednesday through Monday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Fanny’s Restaurant & Café: Open Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 7:15 PM.
Weekly Closure: The museum is closed every Tuesday.
Last Admission: Final gallery entry is permitted at 5:30 PM daily.

Best Times to Visit

Weekday Mornings (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Reserve tickets for Wednesday or Thursday morning to experience shorter lines and quieter galleries throughout the core Stories of Cinema exhibition.

Late Afternoon Slot (4:30 PM – 6:00 PM): Visit during late afternoon hours to enjoy lighter foot traffic, discounted late-day ticket options, and seamless transition into evening theater screenings.

Golden Hour at Dolby Family Terrace: Access the glass dome deck between 4:30 PM and sunset for ideal lighting and sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills.

Location & How to Get There

Official Address: 6067 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Cross Streets: Wilshire Boulevard and South Fairfax Avenue

Neighborhood: Miracle Mile / Museum Row

Main Entrance: Accessible via the Sidney Poitier Grand Lobby on the south side of the Saban Building, adjacent to the outdoor plaza.

Find Your Route

Metro Bus Services
Metro Rail (Subway)
Rideshare & Passenger Drop-Off

Primary Routes: Ride Metro Bus Line 20 or the Line 720 Rapid along Wilshire Boulevard, or take Line 217 along Fairfax Avenue.
Drop-Off Points: Stops are located at the Wilshire/Fairfax intersection, dropping passengers off within a 3-minute walk of the main entrance plaza.

Dining and Museum Facilities

Dining at the Museum

Culinary experiences at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures center around a full-service restaurant, café, and bar located inside the main lobby. Concepted by leading restaurateurs and culinary groups, the dynamic venue features an open kitchen, an elegant bar, and stylish indoor and outdoor seating. Guests can drop in for casual morning pastries and artisanal coffee, savor a full-service sit-down lunch, enjoy late afternoon cocktails, or sit for an evening dinner service. Because the dining spaces reside in the public lobby area, visitors can access the restaurant, café, and bar without purchasing a museum admission ticket.

Complete Accessibility Services

The Academy Museum maintains a commitment to complete physical, visual, and auditory accessibility across every floor of the facility. The campus is built with smooth level transitions, wide elevators, and step-free routes connecting the historic Saban Building with the futuristic Sphere structure. Complimentary manual wheelchairs and mobility walkers are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the main welcome center in the lobby, and trained service animals under leash control are fully welcomed throughout all galleries and public spaces.

Visitor Guidelines

Advance Timed Entry: Timed-entry admission tickets should be booked online in advance to guarantee access; a 30-minute grace period applies for late arrivals, with final gallery entry permitted 60 minutes before closing.

Security & Bag Checks: All visitors must pass through a brief security inspection upon entry; large backpacks, luggage, and oversized bags exceeding 11x15 inches are prohibited inside exhibition galleries and must be checked at the coat room.

Photography Policies: Personal still photography without flash is welcomed in most permanent galleries, but flash photography, tripods, monopods, camera stabilizers, selfie sticks, and commercial video recording are strictly prohibited.

Food & Beverage Restrictions: Outside food and beverages are not allowed inside exhibition galleries or screening theaters, though sealed water bottles are permitted; dining facilities are available on the ground floor.

Exhibits & Artwork Care: Please do not touch any display cases, original props, costumes, or historical artifacts unless an exhibit is explicitly marked as an interactive installation.

Child Supervision: Children under age 17 must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder at all times outside of public lobby spaces.

Service Animals: Leashed, attended service animals are fully permitted throughout all museum venues and theaters; pet animals are not permitted on the premises.

Screening Courtesy: Theater seating for movie screenings is unreserved, and latecomers will be seated at the discretion of management once a film begins; all mobile devices must be silenced prior to showtime.

FAQs

How far in advance should I book tickets?

Reserving timed-entry tickets 1 to 2 weeks in advance is highly recommended, especially for weekend visits and peak morning hours, to secure your preferred date and time slot.

Can I re-enter the galleries after I leave?

Same-day re-entry is permitted for valid timed-ticket holders. Be sure to retain your physical or digital ticket so staff can scan it upon re-entering the exhibition floors.

Are strollers allowed inside the exhibition galleries?

Yes, single and double strollers are permitted on all gallery floors and public spaces, though wide double strollers may need to utilize designated elevator routes during high-traffic periods.

Is there a place to purchase gifts and souvenirs?

Yes, the museum store is located on the ground floor, offering an extensive collection of film history books, clothing, poster prints, collectibles, and exclusive Oscar® merchandise.

Is coat check available for large bags or jackets?

Yes, a complimentary coat check facility is available in the main lobby for storing oversized bags, umbrellas, and coats, as bags larger than 11x15 inches are not permitted in exhibition spaces.

What happens if I arrive after my scheduled entry time?

The museum accommodates late arrivals based on current gallery capacity with a standard grace period, though entry during peak hours may be briefly delayed until the next available capacity window.