Griffith Observatory

Griffith Observatory

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Griffith Observatory is an observatory in Los Angeles, California, on the south-facing slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. It commands a view of the …

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Feb 25, 2025
Amazing views and easy to get to. Made famous by many iconic movies, including LA-LA Land. No Hollywood trip is complete without a stop here.Full review by Susan T
Feb 24, 2025
Amazing views. Best to go at night. Limited parking. It has hiking paths. Hollywood sign can be seen here. Bring sunglasses and hats, as well as water if you plan to hike.Full review by joyrdch
Feb 23, 2025
This place is a must do and see! The exhibits are phenomenal, the staff are so incredibly knowledgable and it was just brilliant! Views from here are fantastic too. Totally free as well which is a …Full review by NinaMcKrazy
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Facts

Architectural style:Greco-Roman and Art Deco
Located:Los Feliz, Los Angeles, California, United States
Elevation:1,135 ft (346 m)
Construction started:June 20, 1933
Architect:John C. Austin

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Questions & answers

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Is Griffith Observatory open on 24th December?
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Per their website, they are open on 24 December 2024 but with modified hours, 12-5pm.
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Answer by jehenson81 · Nov 16, 2024
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Is parking impossible during weekday afternoons? I’m wondering if it is even worth trying or if I shoul just park at …
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Is parking impossible during weekday afternoons? I’m wondering if it is even worth trying or if I shoul just park at Greek Theatre and take an Uber to the observatory? I’m open to other suggestions as well!
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We just tried to visit tonight (Sunday), and we couldn’t find a spot. There was a performance at the theater as well. Wish we knew about the DASH bus — could’ve avoided the …
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We just tried to visit tonight (Sunday), and we couldn’t find a spot. There was a performance at the theater as well. Wish we knew about the DASH bus — could’ve avoided the disappointment. We’re going to give that a try next time we’re in town.
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Answer by Terri D · Oct 13, 2024
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Hi, so obviously the Observatory will be closed on Christmas day, but will the grounds/building be open to walk around? …
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Hi, so obviously the Observatory will be closed on Christmas day, but will the grounds/building be open to walk around? Thank you
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I am sorry but I have no idea. I suggest you contact the Observatory directly.
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Answer by Michael L · Dec 18, 2023
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Hi a picnic at night in front of the observatory is possible when the observatory is closed ? Thank you
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area is highly regulated. you wouldnt want to cause fire. I would call place and find out if there is any designated picnic area (maybe next to bathrooms). Otehrwise I would NOT. Many …
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area is highly regulated. you wouldnt want to cause fire. I would call place and find out if there is any designated picnic area (maybe next to bathrooms). Otehrwise I would NOT. Many other places in town. this is well tended area, too much can be harmed
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Can you walk around the outside (like the walkway etc) on the days that the actual observatory is closed (tuesday to …
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Can you walk around the outside (like the walkway etc) on the days that the actual observatory is closed (tuesday to thursday), or is the entire place closed?
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Yes., I believe so. Only the dome where you watch the films are in the Samuel Oschin Observatory. This part was closed when we were there however the rest of the building was open. …
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Yes., I believe so. Only the dome where you watch the films are in the Samuel Oschin Observatory. This part was closed when we were there however the rest of the building was open. This is where the exhibits are located as well as the viewing area of the live image of the sun. Unfortunately, the viewing apparatus that you look into for the solar image was broken down. The facility is free of charge. Parking near the building is expensive however you can walk up in which case that would be free too. Only the Samuel Oschin Observatory has a charge for watching whatever show they have on. The telescopes are outside. Get in line at or before 6:30pm., otherwise you may have a long line. There are also 5 or 6 telescopes outside on the lawn which are just about as powerful as the big Zeiss. Hopefully you'll get to see some planets. Fall is best for Jupiter and Saturn viewing apparently. Hopefully this helps. Great for kids, very educational.
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Frequently asked questions

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Is there disabled parking at the Observatory?
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Yes. Those in vehicles with disabled plates or placards may park in the designated spaces available in the Observatory’s front lot. Spaces are available on a first come...
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FOTO members receive a discounted rate of $5
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Tickets may only be purchased at the Observatory on the day of the show (Samuel Oschin Planetarium Tickets)
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Children under 5 are admitted to the first show of the day, only, and must sit on an adult's lap
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You will have to pay between $3 and $7 to see the planetarium shows
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Wonderful spot for real-life lovers to take in the city views and look to the night sky
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Admission is free, but individual attractions and facilities (such as sports courts and some of the park's museums) may charge entry fees
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Admission is free
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There are hiking trails leading up to the observatory, or accessible via driving
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Come at sunset to watch the sky turn fiery shades of red with the city's skyline silhouetted
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Complimentary wi-fi allows visitors to post fomo-inducing photos in real time
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Anyone with a passing interest in outer space who is visiting griffith park would be remiss not to stop by griffith observatory
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Have your photo snapped close to the performing artist's bust with the hollywood sign got perfectly out of sight
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Entrance to the building and many of the observatory's programs and events are free to the public
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On warm nights, with the lights twinkling below, this is one of the most romantic places
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You can also peer through telescopes and explore more than 60 space-oriented exhibits
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The tesla coil is free to see anytime during normal observatory hours
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It is a great spot to relax in comfortable seats while gazing up at the aluminum dome and listening to a storyteller
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Admission to the observatory building, grounds, telescopes, and parking is always free!
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Admission to the observatory is free
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They also have star parties, film screenings, lectures and other special events
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Admission has been free since the observatory's opening in 1935
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Here in the observatory, you can get a great view of los angeles, the hollywood sign and everything in between
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There's also a planetarium show and super views of the downtown la skyline
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