Why choose this Los Angeles tour ?
Tour the 67,000-square-foot Griffith Observatory with this curated itinerary developed by former observatory employees. Travel through space and time as your guide covers everything from science to Los Angeles history to movie magic. The observatory is also a great place to enjoy panoramic views of LA including the Hollywood Sign.
After your tour, you can enjoy a show in the world-famous planetarium theater. Bring money for tickets, and your guide can help you purchase these on-site. This 40-minute immersive show includes live narration and out-of-this-world projections. Shows are open to ages 5 and older.
NOTE: We are an independent tour company and are not affiliated with the City of LA or their employees.
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What makes Griffith Observatory Tour and Optional Planetarium Ticket a unique experience ?
See the Astronomers Monument — a large, outdoor concrete sculpture on the front lawn that pays homage to six of the greatest astronomers of all time.
This world-class observatory features one of the largest Foucault Pendulums, a 50,000-volt Tesla Coil, an interactive periodic table of elements, and more. View the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory.
One of the best views of the sign!
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meet your guide on the front lawn at Astronomers Monument. NOTE: We are an independent tour company and are not affiliated with the City of LA or their employees. If you ask Observatory staff about the tour they won’t be able to help. You MUST check in with your guide at the Astronomer’s Monument.
- To see a planetarium show, you can buy tickets in person. Your guide will show you how. They’re $10 for adults and $6 for kids ages 5-12 (under 5 not allowed in the theater).
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Griffith Observatory Tour and Optional Planetarium Ticket Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Optional upgrade on-site for your ticket to see a 40-minute show in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium
- Local guide and expert on the Griffith Observatory
- Glimpse of the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory
- Curated itinerary design by former Griffith Observatory employees
- Panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign
- Photo op with a statue of Albert Einstein statue
Not Included
- Parking
- Gratuities
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by ExperienceFirst.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Los_Angeles.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 225 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Meet your guide on the front lawn at Astronomers Monument.
NOTE: We are an independent tour company and are not affiliated with the City of LA or their employees. If you ask Observatory staff about the tour they won’t be able to help. You MUST check in with your guide at the Astronomer’s Monument.
