A visit to the Petersen Automotive Museum is a dream come true for car fans. However, there’s something for everyone at this massive museum that showcases the history of cars and offers educational programs. Look for familiar vehicles used for TV shows and movies, including a 1989 Batmobile seen in Batman.
Explore the Cars of Film and Television gallery to see more of your favorite movie icons. Get your camera ready for a memorable photo with the 1981 Delorean DMC-12 driven in the Back to the Future movies. See the Ectomobile, a Cadillac Miller-Meteor modified for paranormal adventures in the Ghostbusters franchise.
The Vault features more than 250 vehicles from different regions around the globe, along with American classics. Learn about 120 years of history as you admire rare trucks, cars and motorbikes on a guided tour. Some of the cars once belonged to Hollywood stars. You’ll also see award-winning hot rods.
Watch for special exhibitions. Inside Tesla: Supercharging the Electric Revolution features a collection of Tesla vehicles highlighting the company’s story. The Alternate Currents exhibition also showcases the history of cars powered by electricity, starting with the first by Robert Anderson of Scotland in 1839.
Join in the action at the Forza Motorsport Racing Experience. Test your skills with a challenge to get your name on the record board in the racing simulators designed to help you feel like a race car driver. If you’re traveling with kids, bring them to the Cars Mechanical Institute inspired by the animated film franchise. Interactive adventures include painting virtual cars and racing toy cars around the track.
Take a seat at the museum’s restaurant Meyers Manx for coffee, breakfast or lunch. The Petersen Automotive Museum is open every day. General admission tickets are available for purchase, along with tickets for temporary exhibitions. Parking at the museum is available for a fee, and public transportation stops are nearby.
