The Griffith Observatory

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  • Address: 2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles, CA 90027, United States
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  • Timings: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Details
  • Phone: +1-2134730800
  • Time Required: 02:00 Hrs
  • Tags: Museums, Science Museums, Park, Landmark, Observatory, Family And Kids, Architecture
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Opened in 1935, Griffith Observatory is located on the slopes of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park of Los Angeles. The observatory and its surroundings occupy a vast land of 3,015 acre and from the grounds of the observatory, you can treat yourself to picturesque views of the Los Angeles Basin, Hollywood sign, and the Pacific Ocean.

If you are interested in astronomy, then Griffith Observatory will prove to be a paradise since its extensive collection give you an insight into space and science. The observatory is divided into six sections, namely The Wilder Hall of the Eye, the Ahmanson Hall of the Sky, the W.M. Keck Foundation Central Rotunda, the Cosmic Connection, the Gunther Depths of Space Hall, and the Edge of Space Mezzanine.

Each section has interactive displays that would keep you engaged for hours together. Many high-resolution telescopes that let you peek at the sky are included in the collection of the observatory.

A few of the most popular exhibits here include the Foucault Pendulum, the Zeiss Telescope, Tesla’s Coil, and a Solar Telescope named Coelostat. Planetarium shows are also held here, offering you knowledge about outer space.

The Griffith Observatory Travel Tips

  • Children under 5 are admitted to the first show of the day, only, and must sit on an adult’s lap.
  • FOTO members receive a discounted rate of $5.
  • Tickets may only be purchased at the Observatory on the day of the show (Samuel Oschin Planetarium Tickets).

Entrance Ticket Details For The Griffith Observatory

  • Samuel Oschin Planetarium Shows: Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students with I.D and seniors, and $3 for children between 5 - 12 years old.
  • There are no charges for entry, it is free.

The Griffith Observatory Hours

  • Please visit official website for timing details.

How to Reach The Griffith Observatory

  • Sunset/Vermont Red Line Subway station

  • The Trails
  • The Punchbowl
  • Sidewalk Grill

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  • The Griffith Observatory Address: 2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles, CA 90027, United States
  • The Griffith Observatory Contact Number: +1-2134730800
  • The Griffith Observatory Timing: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Best time to visit The Griffith Observatory(preferred time): 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Time required to visit The Griffith Observatory: 02:00 Hrs
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  • 42.08% of people who visit Los Angeles include The Griffith Observatory in their plan

  • 50.24% of people start their The Griffith Observatory visit around 11 AM - 12 PM

  • People usually take around 2 Hrs to see The Griffith Observatory

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

93.03% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting The Griffith Observatory

People normally club together Universal Studios and Hollywood Walk Of Fame while planning their visit to The Griffith Observatory.

* The facts given above are based on traveler data on TripHobo and might vary from the actual figures

The Griffith Observatory Reviews & Ratings

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    On 02-Jan-2019

    Nice museum on inside with lot of information on astronomy, but too crowded when I visit. You get a view of Los Angeles and the Hollywood sign from here, but air is too polluted to see these places sometime. There is a statue of James dean here too, it’s beautiful and life size.

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