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Griffith Observatory

A 1935 Art Deco masterpiece perched on Mount Hollywood where anyone can peer through telescopes, catch planetarium shows, and soak up panoramic views of LA and the Hollywood Sign. Griffith J. Griffith believed looking at the heavens could change the world: here, you can test that theory for free.

Art Deco landmark
Free admission
Planetarium shows
Panoramic city views

Tips

🔭Free telescope viewing every evening around 7 p.m.
🌅Arrive early for sunrise or stay for sunset
🥾Hike up from the Greek Theatre parking area

Griffith Observatory

2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA

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Upcoming at Griffith Observatory

Friday, Jun 12
Griffith Observatory Planetarium Shows and Telescope Viewing

Griffith Observatory Planetarium Shows and Telescope Viewing

June 12 at 7pm

Gaze at galaxies from an Art Deco masterpiece perched above LA. Free telescopes, live-narrated planetarium shows, and that Foucault pendulum all come with sweeping views of the Hollywood sign and city sprawl.

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