Trip Planner:   USA  /  California  /  Los Angeles  /  Griffith Observatory

Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles

4.6

#1 of 772 in Childrens Museums in United States

Observatory Museum Must See

• ©
• ©
• ©
• © +10
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©

Explore the wonders of our solar system and the galaxy at Griffith Observatory. Donated to the city over a century ago, the observatory offers free admission to an array of space and science exhibits, including a nationally recognized planetarium and public telescopes. Situated high on the south-facing slope of Mount Hollywood, the complex offers views of downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, and the Pacific Ocean. Secure a spot outside after visiting the observatory to enjoy views of the Hollywood sign or the dramatic coastline. Make Griffith Observatory a part of your Los Angeles vacation plans using our Los Angeles trip planner.

more less

Create an itinerary including Griffith Observatory

Start planning

Unable to display map at this time. Please try again later.

© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Griffith Observatory Reviews

Rate this attraction

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

20,127 reviews

Google

4.7

facebook

4.7

206 likes

• By 850jiayanc

  Must go attraction! Awesome observatory to learn more about the universe. The show at the planetarium was an out-of-the-world experience.  more »

• By peseva

  For all the science and space lovers this is the place to be. So many different aspects and so many things to see, hear and touch. It's a unique experience, the telescope is amazing and the level of.....  more »

See more on TripAdvisor »

Google

• By Alexey Batchenkov

  Great place!!! The only one little disappointment. They should have larger and maybe more variegated gift shop for such a wonderful place. Cosmos what else could be more interesting?! They should exploit this subject more efficiently to get better money. The surrounding place itself looks gorgeous.

  more less
• By Rak Sharma

  Fantastic place. Great panoramic views of Los Angeles, downtown and the Hollywood sign. It was really busy when we visited and parking was a challenge. You have to pay for parking but the attraction is actually free to visit. Highly recommended if you are traveling to Los Angeles

  more less

See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Los Angeles

• Get a personalized plan

  A complete day-by-day itinerary
  based on your preferences

• Customize it

  Refine your plan. We'll find the
  best routes and schedules

• Manage it

  Everything in one place.
  Everyone on the same page.