Pasadena, United States of America
Norton Simon Museum

Feast your eyes on some of the most remarkable artworks in both the Western and Asian world.

Internationally renown as the most impressive private collection of art in the world, the Norton Simon Museum provides an eye-opening experience of art from around the world. With exquisite works of art from both legendary European Renaissance masters to ancient South-East Asian treasures, it allows its visitors to explore the styles of various movements, artists and locations throughout the history of art.


Masterpieces by famous Western artists, ranging from Renaissance to the 20th century, grace the walls of the Norton Simon Museum. Feast your eyes on six stunning paintings Van Gogh, the only work by Raphael in the region, and an astounding collection of more than one hundred painting by Degas. If you’d like a more exotic experience, the Indian sculptures and religious reliefs depicting Hindu gods such as Shiva and Ganesha will be right up your alley.


One of the museum’s highlights, especially for families, is its sculpture garden. Some of the museum’s most important sculptures are on display amidst regal trees and ponds filled with elegant water lilies, allowing visitors to enjoy the art in a more casual setting.


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Tips Before You Go
In order to protect the art, do remember to adhere to all the museum’s guidelines, such as refraining from using flash photography, selfie sticks and tripods, as well as storing bulky backpacks before entering.
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411 W Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA