The Broad

Thoughtful planning makes a visit to The Broad far richer. Crowds can surge, especially with blockbuster exhibitions or on weekends, so early mornings often reward with quieter halls and more room to linger. Advance tickets, while not always required for general admission, help dodge long lines—especially for special exhibits like the ever-popular Infinity Mirror Rooms. Metro riders can step off at the Civic Center/Grand Park stop, while drivers can use public parking beneath the building. Spacious elevators, free strollers, and loaner wheelchairs ensure easy navigation for visitors of all abilities. Expect to spend two hours, though art lovers may double that time, especially in the rotating exhibition spaces.

• Best time to visit: Weekday mornings or late afternoons. Spring and early fall bring pleasant weather and lighter crowds.
• How to get there: Take the Metro Red or Purple Line to Civic Center/Grand Park Station, or use the on-site paid parking garage accessible from 2nd Street between Hope Street and Grand Avenue.
• Accessibility: Fully accessible with wheelchairs, elevators, and family-friendly amenities available; staff are helpful with accommodations.
• Average visit duration: 1.5–3 hours, with more time needed for special installations and interactive rooms.

The Broad delivers a creative punch with rooms filled by works from cultural giants and new voices. Jeff Koons’s balloon animals shine in massive galleries, while Jean-Michel Basquiat’s energy covers entire walls. The Infinity Mirror Rooms by Yayoi Kusama remain the most in-demand experience here; people often return just for the cosmic pulse of lights and reflections. Other favorites include Roy Lichtenstein’s bold comic canvases and Glenn Ligon’s word art, both among the most photo-worthy displays. For those willing to slow down, smaller galleries reveal hidden gems—rotating works by artists like Kara Walker or Mark Bradford. Outside, Grand Avenue itself buzzes with outdoor sculptures and views of neighboring institutions, including the stunning Walt Disney Concert Hall just steps away.

• Key sights or features: Jeff Koons’s Tulips, Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Untitled, Roy Lichtenstein’s I...I’m Sorry!, and the Infinity Mirror Rooms.
• Unique experiences: Reserve a timed ticket for Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirror Rooms. Watch downtown pulse from the plaza out front, or people-watch at street-level windows.
• Photo-worthy locations: Main stairway beneath the honeycomb ceiling, plaza sculptures on Grand Avenue, and the playful Koons installations.
• Cultural or historical facts: The Broad houses nearly 2,000 works, making it one of North America’s top postwar and contemporary collections. The building’s “veil and vault” design merges exhibition space above with collection storage below.