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
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 …
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.
Hi a picnic at night in front of the observatory is possible when the observatory is closed ? Thank you
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Depending on what time you are talking about, i guess the only limiting factor is if they close access after a certain hour. Perhaps call the observatory and ask if the grounds are …
Depending on what time you are talking about, i guess the only limiting factor is if they close access after a certain hour. Perhaps call the observatory and ask if the grounds are open all night if not, what time they close it down.
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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When I was there you could walk around when museums and observatory were closed, but you never know things are constantly changing due to security, vandalism, etc. but …
When I was there you could walk around when museums and observatory were closed, but you never know things are constantly changing due to security, vandalism, etc. but there are many beautiful view points all around
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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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