Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - La Jolla

1 hr

Enjoy modern art with a view at this exemplary museum in San Diego's seaside suburb of La Jolla.

All-Inclusive
Family-friendly
Indoors
Outdoors
Museums
Historic and cultural

Select the number of participants

Adult 13–64 years

$20.00$22.22

Child 4–12 yearsi

$14.00$15.56

Estimated total · $20.00

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Overview

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Established in 1941, the museum celebrates art since the 40s and showcases an internationally recognized collection and a dynamic schedule of exhibitions and public programs.

The museum has recently quadrupled in size, allowing for more gallery space and an even greater collection of fascinating objects. It's coastal setting means that you are surrounded by gorgeous views to enjoy with the art.

What's more, you'll also find a selection of contemporary books and innovative design objects at The Shop.

This La Jolla museum is the sister site to the Museum of Contemporary Art in San Diego's Downtown. Make sure to stop in here too for an extra slice of culture.

Location

700 Prospect St
92037 La Jolla

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Opening hours

Standard opening hours

Monday – Sunday
10 AM – 6 PM

Last entry
4 PM

Guest reviews

Chloe V.
Nov 2025
More impressive in person than the photos. Photo spots were thoughtfully spaced along the route, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Elena Z.
Dec 2025
We’d happily do this again. We learned more than expected in a short visit, would recommend budgeting a little buffer after for souvenirs.

Quinn N.
Sep 2025
Clear signage when we arrived. with straightforward entry.

James L.
Sep 2025
Great value versus buying tickets separately. with straightforward entry.

Zara W.
May 2025
Well organized from start to finish. we’d echo the hype online.

Ben C.
Apr 2025
Smooth check-in with no surprises. Kid-friendly pacing without feeling rushed, we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Chloe S.
May 2026
More impressive in person than the photos. easily one of the highlights of our trip.

Quinn K.
Sep 2025
More impressive in person than the photos. (Kid-friendly pacing without feeling rushed, nothing felt confusing at the entrance.)

Luca Y.
Aug 2025
Great value versus buying tickets separately. — glad we prioritized it.

Leo S.
Mar 2026
More impressive in person than the photos. Photo spots were thoughtfully spaced along the route, even though it was a busy day.

James B.
Nov 2025
We’d happily do this again. worth blocking a half-day for.

Chloe L.
Aug 2025
We squeezed it into a packed weekend without stress. Highlights matched what was advertised, worth blocking a half-day for.

Emma Q.
Jul 2025
We squeezed it into a packed weekend without stress. (Crowds were manageable for the slot we picked, — glad we prioritized it.)

Hanna B.
Jun 2025
We’d happily do this again. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, even though it was a busy day. (Afternoon crowds were predictable.)

Leo B.
Apr 2026
Easy to combine with other sights. Crowds were manageable for the slot we picked, easily one of the highlights of our trip.

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