Private Tour of Griffith Observatory
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
Tour the 67,000-square-foot Griffith Observatory with this curated itinerary developed by former observatory employees. Travel through space and time as your private 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, enjoy a show in the world-famous planetarium theater. 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.
Inclusions
What's included
- Optional upgrade on-site for your ticket to see a 40-minute show in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium
- Glimpse of the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory
- Curated itinerary design by former Griffith Observatory employees
- Private guide and expert on the Griffith Observatory
- Panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign
- Photo op with a statue of Albert Einstein statue
What's not
- Gratuities
- Parking
Itinerary
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.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- In front of Astronomers Monument on front lawn Please 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.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- ExperienceFirst
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please 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.
How it compares in Los Angeles
- Its from-price is 60% above the median of the 1148 experiences we list in Los Angeles.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 117 of 1148.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Los Angeles
Sunshine, beaches, film studios and canyons fill sprawling Los Angeles, where Hollywood glamour meets diverse neighbourhoods and great food.
Hollywood is the starting point for many visitors, with the Walk of Fame, the historic Chinese Theatre and its handprints in cement, and views of the Hollywood Sign from Griffith Observatory. Studio lots in Burbank and Universal City offer a behind-the-scenes look at film and television.
Top-ranked sights in Los Angeles: Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Sign.
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