The Griffith Observatory

2800 E. Observatory Rd. Los Angeles, CA 90027

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+1 323 664 1191 (Recorded Inform

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www.griffithobs.org

The Griffith Observatory is a stunning piece of Old Californian architecture that sits above Los Angeles and offers amazing views of the city. Within the observatory there is a telescope, a planetarium, a theater and an exhibition hall.

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Observatory and ground are open late on most days so go and catch a sunset and watch the light come on and see the true stars come out. more on Yahoo! Travel

It has great astronomy and science exhibits, a fun planetarium show, and an amazing panoramic view of Los Angeles. more on TripAdvisor

We absolutely LOVE the planetarium, no better place in L. more on Trekaroo

All employees are very knowledgeable and are more than welcome to answer all questions. more on insiderpages.com

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Griffith Observatory is an Art Deco masterpiece! From the monumental statues outside to the signature verdigris domes housing the telescopes to the history of science murals inside the rotunda, this m ... more on TripAdvisor

We enjoyed our visit to the Griffith Observatory - lots of interesting and educational space and solar system exhibits with some live demos. Great view of LA and the Hollywood sign. The $7 Planetarium ... more on TripAdvisor

While most known as an area for good pictures of the Hollywood sign, this place is much more than that. The observatory is really quite fantastic. You can see some lovely views of the city, a great de ... more on TripAdvisor

Another great place that is easy to enjoy. There are 50+ miles of trails in the vast park here and free access to the observatory. Fabulous views day and night. The planetarium show made only slight u ... more on TripAdvisor

What an amazing place full of history both cinematic and scientific. Griffith observatory was featured in one of my favorite movies the Rocketeer, so when I finally got the chance to experience it in ... more on TripAdvisor

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It's awesome thing to look outside ones own world into the universe where discovery is a daily occurence. The Observatory gives us a glimpse of realization ... more on Yahoo! Travel

Take the trip! It's worth it, specially with a couple. Enjoy every sunset while you are in L.A. See the stars closer than in Holywood. What the f... Get up early in the morning and go over the hills. Don't forget a camera for the ... more on Yahoo! Travel

It is a very learning location, fun, great view, had lazer shows, feet away from a great trail leading to the HOLLYWOOD sign.

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I like the way the Museum sits on top of the mountian and the inside have some much to see, that you cannot see it all in one ... more on Yahoo! Travel

variety in mother nature. Gffinith park which the conservatory is located, give the vistor a variety of activities, not eccluding the observatory itself. I've had picnics, ... more on Yahoo! Travel

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