Walk Wilshire Boulevard from tar pits to movie treasures on a 90‑minute guided tour that pairs Ice Age fossils with automotive and cinematic history. Expect outdoor stops, accessible routes, and plenty of photo ops at LACMA, the Petersen, and the Academy Museum.
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A low winter sun falls across cracked pavement and restored streetlamps as the group assembles by the La Brea Tar Pits sign — a cityscape where Ice Age bones meet chrome and celluloid.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short periods of standing and walking on flat pavement
Wildlife
History
Wilshire’s Miracle Mile was developed in the 1920s as a linear, auto‑oriented commercial corridor; the La Brea Tar Pits preserve Pleistocene fossils deposited over tens of thousands of years.
Conservation
Respect excavation and museum boundaries: fossils are protected and streetlamps and installations are maintained by conservation teams; use public transit when possible to reduce local traffic impact.
Reserve your spot on the Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Early for Best Light
Start in the morning or late afternoon to avoid harsh shadows at ‘Urban Light’ and smaller crowds at outdoor installations.
Travel Light and Comfortable
Wear comfortable walking shoes and carry one water bottle — the route is short but involves standing and photo stops.
Use Public Transit or Ride‑Share
Metered street parking is limited; take the Metro or a short ride‑share to the La Brea Tar Pits meeting point.
Accessibility Confirmed
The tour and outdoor areas are wheelchair accessible, but notify the operator in advance if you need accommodations.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes make the paved, stop‑and‑go route more comfortable.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated between stops — public fountains are limited.
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
Wilshire has long exposed stretches; sun protection reduces fatigue and sunburn.
summer
Light layer or windbreaker
Evenings or coastal breezes can feel cool near open plazas and museum entrances.
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