Staff-Led Griffith Observatory Tour & Planetarium Show
Discover the science and stories behind an LA landmark
Duration
1 hr 30 mins
Includes
Guided tour, Planetarium ticket
Highlights
Explore Griffith Observatory on a guided walking tour blending astronomy, history, architecture, and movie trivia. Join a shared tour run by an independent company, not the observatory itself.
- Watch a planetarium show that brings the exploration of space to the dome
Itinerary
- Meet on the front lawn at the Astronomers Monument for departure at 14:00 or 17:30.
- Explore Griffith Observatory on a 1-hour 30-minute guided tour. Follow the route through the Central Rotunda & Pendulum, East Hall, Griffith Observatory Roof, West Hall, Edge of Space, Depths of Space, Albert Einstein statue, and Scale Model of Planets, with a view of the Hollywood Sign.
- Finish at Griffith Observatory at 15:30 or 19:00, depending on your departure time.
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
- Guided tour inside Griffith Observatory
- Planetarium show ticket
Important details
- Children ages 0–4 join the tour free
- The planetarium show is for ages 5+ only
- Children ages 0–12 require an accompanying paying adult
- Parking is limited and costs USD 10 per hour, separate from the listed price
- Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start and check in with your guide, not observatory staff
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date (Los Angeles local time) for a full refund. No refunds for late arrivals or no-shows. If the operator cancels due to unforeseen events or extreme weather, you can reschedule or request a full refund.
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Meeting details
Astronomers Monument, Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Related locations
Griffith Observatory
Admission includedStanding on the southern slope of Mount Hollywood, Griffith Observatory rewards every visitor with panoramic views stretching from the downtown skyline to the Pacific. The copper domes and Art Deco facade make an impression before you even step inside. Whether the sky is clear or hazy, Griffith Observatory offers a grounding sense of scale, placing the city below and the universe above in the same long glance.