I went here in July and it was amazing, very interesting subjects and exhibits too. I also loved the view from here of Los Angeles, I also thought it was funny Leonard Nimoy was in the short film about Griffith Observatory. Also the Telsa toil...More

We went to the Griffith Observatory on a Saturday which was only because we had no other choice. If possible, go on a weekday! It was extremely busy - both people and vehicles. To start, parking close to the observatory costs $6 per hour. If...More

If you don't end up going into the Observatory, hiking up through the forest at Griffith Park and through the desert to the top is breathtaking and a nice change from the Californian suburbs.

Have been going since I was a little kid and have loved it every time. Exterior and interior used in films - The film, "Rebel Without A Cause", is a good physical introduction. And be sure to go to the star-show inside. Believe it takes...More

We decided to go to the observatory but there was no parking near the top so we parked and hiked up. Other than being a very hot day it was a good hike. Pretty much straight up! Beautiful views from up there. Also, spent 5he...More

If there's one place you have to go when in LA, this is the place. With a breathtaking wiew of all of Los Angeles Angeles really close to the Hollywood sign. Seen our both at daytime and night, and I prefer to see it after...More

I was extremely excited to see LA from the Observatory. We parked at the bottom parking lot and hiked up to the top. I would definitely suggest taking the shuttle up if you are not a hiker. My teenagers were not prepared so they complained...More