Marconi Automotive Museum
Marconi Automotive Museum
4.5
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
About
The Marconi is home to a collection of over 100 vehicles, worth $60 million consisting of Ferraris, Lamborghinis, muscle cars, race cars, motorcycles, memorabilia and more. In 1994, Dick and John Marconi donated the building and their entire collection to form the Marconi Foundation for Kids, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. A portion of net proceeds from museum visitors and events hosted is donated each year to charities and organizations that help children in need. For more than 25 years, the Marconi family has been working diligently to do their part to help at-risk children throughout Southern California.
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- ADXBSParis, France1,394 contributionsAmazing collection of iconic carsWhat an amazing collection of some great iconic cars including Italian beauties and American classics. The 1996 Ferrari F1 car is one of my favourites but it is only one of many. Unmissable in Tustin and some of the proceeds from the tickets go to children’s charities.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 16 November 2023
- David B67 contributionsA Surprise of Petrol Head HeavenCalled in on the off chance after a quick Google search when we had some time to kill. Wow. It is an absolute gem. We thought they would have some nice classics but nothing really special. How wrong were we. The place is brilliant, not vast, but crammed with nothing but quality vehicles that you can get close enough to mist up the windows on! My son and I were in petrol head heaven and just kept hearing ourselves going “OMG have you seen that one?” especially the Pagonda! We are huge fans of American muscle cars and again it really didn’t disappoint! Staff were so helpful, nice and friendly. I only wished they had a bigger shop and more merch though my wife (and wallet) does not agree. Give it a go, you’ll love it!Visited August 2023Travelled with familyWritten 19 December 2023
- Karen M6 contributionsValentines tourI was with a tour of 10 people and we stopped at Marconi auto museum. We were very fortunate that the CEO was there and she gave us a tour and talked about almost every car in there. They all have stories. If you go there make sure you look at the Bumper the horse. It is a metal horse made of old bumpers. They have the Batmobile, the Dukes of Hazard General Lee and other classics. This museum also offers events for charities that they sponsor. It is a really fun place to go if you are a car enthusiast. Take a look at the 1965 Shelby.Visited February 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 17 February 2024
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ADXBS
Paris, France1,394 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
What an amazing collection of some great iconic cars including Italian beauties and American classics. The 1996 Ferrari F1 car is one of my favourites but it is only one of many. Unmissable in Tustin and some of the proceeds from the tickets go to children’s charities.
Written 16 November 2023
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Robby G C
Toronto, Canada81,657 contributions
Feb 2020
This is the Automotive Museum. They show many autumotives and bikes.
These are really expensive.
The owner died and asked to make a Marconi Automotive Museum.
There are beautiful cars. Wow!
This is a must see!
These are really expensive.
The owner died and asked to make a Marconi Automotive Museum.
There are beautiful cars. Wow!
This is a must see!
Written 15 January 2021
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David B
Swindon, England, United Kingdom67 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Called in on the off chance after a quick Google search when we had some time to kill.
Wow.
It is an absolute gem. We thought they would have some nice classics but nothing really special. How wrong were we.
The place is brilliant, not vast, but crammed with nothing but quality vehicles that you can get close enough to mist up the windows on!
My son and I were in petrol head heaven and just kept hearing ourselves going “OMG have you seen that one?” especially the Pagonda!
We are huge fans of American muscle cars and again it really didn’t disappoint!
Staff were so helpful, nice and friendly. I only wished they had a bigger shop and more merch though my wife (and wallet) does not agree.
Give it a go, you’ll love it!
Wow.
It is an absolute gem. We thought they would have some nice classics but nothing really special. How wrong were we.
The place is brilliant, not vast, but crammed with nothing but quality vehicles that you can get close enough to mist up the windows on!
My son and I were in petrol head heaven and just kept hearing ourselves going “OMG have you seen that one?” especially the Pagonda!
We are huge fans of American muscle cars and again it really didn’t disappoint!
Staff were so helpful, nice and friendly. I only wished they had a bigger shop and more merch though my wife (and wallet) does not agree.
Give it a go, you’ll love it!
Written 19 December 2023
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Marianneza
Aliso Viejo, CA117 contributions
Oct 2014 • Family
I have a friend who is 16 and mad about Ferraris. Took him here on a recent visit and he was in heaven. I really enjoyed it as well. The museum has many Ferraris from different time periods, which is very interesting to see how the design has changed. You can get very close to the cars, which is also terrific so you can see how the interior looks, the dashboard, etc. The other cars on display are worth seeing as well. This isn't a large museum, so figure on an hour or two for your visit. Not hard to find, but there's not much else around it, but it is still worth a visit.
Written 18 October 2014
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CarmichaelVentura
California2,551 contributions
Sept 2014
This museum is in an unprepossessing location, as are, come to think of it, many car museums, but once you're inside, WOW! Great collection particularly for Ferraris and Lambos.
Written 29 November 2014
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WanderingIrish
Illinois74 contributions
May 2014 • Family
Amazing private collection with terrific history. Great range of sports cars and motorcycles. Tucked away in a small industrial park type area--is easy to get in and out of. Great photo opp with the car of your dreams.
Written 17 August 2014
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RoadWarrior519
Chicago, IL62 contributions
Apr 2014 • Family
My son and I visited the Marconi Automotive Museum during a recent trip to Southern California. It was well worth the drive to Tustin.
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The cars were beautiful. And, we appreciated the charitable mission of the museum.
Make time for the Marconi Museum!
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The cars were beautiful. And, we appreciated the charitable mission of the museum.
Make time for the Marconi Museum!
Written 15 April 2014
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bigblue43
American canyon65 contributions
Mar 2013 • Family
Only 10 min from the doubletree in irvine and well worth the time if you love cars,and all proceeds(entry fees) go to local childrens charitys
Written 5 April 2013
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jengland46
Fort Worth, TX155 contributions
Feb 2013 • Family
Fabulous collection of over 30 million dollars worth of cars and motorcycles. This is a non-profit museum with the proceeds going to help the children of the area. Only open M-F. Well worth a half hour to an hour to see the motorcycles, sports, racing and classic cars. Lots of Ferraris. The museum is free, but suggests a $5 donation. They also have memorabilia, including the jacket worn by Steve McQueen in "Le Mans". Strongly recommend a visit if you are in the area, Check out the photos.
Written 16 February 2013
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_elaine_
Winnipeg, Canada157 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Admission is a minimum of $5/person. You can get up close to all of the cars and motorcycles - none are roped off. All cars have an information panel with them so that you can learn more about them. A really neat experience to see these rare cars. You can go at your own pace through the museum. Washrooms are clean. Parking is free and available in the lot immediately outside the museum or on the street.
Written 27 December 2019
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