Summer just got a serious upgrade at the Getty Center. Say hello to Trellis Bar & Lounge, the museum’s newest outdoor gem that’s transforming a once-quiet terrace into a colorful, cocktail-filled haven.
Tucked near the Museum’s entrance hall and open Tuesday through Sunday from 2pm to 6:30pm (with late-night lounging until 8:30pm on Saturdays), Trellis is where art, architecture, and aperitifs meet. No reservations, no pressure—just good vibes, a killer view, and drinks that are as Instagrammable as they are delicious.
Anchored by a dreamy lavender trellis—the heart and soul of the lounge’s design—the space channels SoCal sunshine and coastal charm with a palette of lavender, cobalt blue, yellow, and purple. Think beachy-meets-modern with a twist of European garden party. “We wanted to create a space that feels joyful and relaxed,” says Jessica Harden, head of design at the Getty Museum. “Something fun and unexpected that brings out the best of Getty.”
And it delivers.
Curated by the culinary team at Bon Appétit, the menu is packed with art-inspired sips that would make even Van Gogh raise a glass. Try “Monet’s Mojito”—a crisp blend of white rum, St-Germain, mint, lime, and seltzer—or cool down with “Irises,” a violet-hued mocktail made with butterfly pea tea, lavender, lemon, and honey seltzer. Feeling bold? Go for the “Bougainvillea,” a spicy-sweet tequila concoction named after the iconic blooms in the Getty’s Central Garden.
Hungry? They’ve got that covered, too. Small bites like sliders, taquitos, tostadas, and fries make for the perfect grazing menu—plus vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options keep everyone happy.
Of course, it wouldn’t be a trip to the Getty without a little culture. Summer exhibitions include Queer Lens: A History of Photography and $3 Bill: Evidence of Queer Lives, spotlighting queer identity through photography and ephemera. Artemisia’s Strong Women unveils a recently rediscovered—and beautifully restored—painting by Baroque trailblazer Artemisia Gentileschi. And Lines of Connection explores the artistic dance between drawing and printmaking before photography ever entered the picture.
Oh—and Off the 405 is back! The Getty’s beloved free summer concert series features Empress Of on July 26 and Emile Mosseri on August 23. Music, cocktails, sunset views? Yes, please.
So whether you’re here for the art, the views, or just an elevated afternoon drink, Trellis Bar & Lounge is your new favorite reason to visit the Getty. Parking is $25, but drops to $15 after 3pm and just $10 after 6pm.
Parking is free after 6pm on Saturdays. Entry to the museum (and the lounge!) is always free—with a quick online reservation.
