Private Tour of Griffith Observatory

Griffith Observatory and downtown LA skyline

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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.

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

Gratuities
Parking

What to expect

Astronomers Monument
Pass by

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.
Griffith Observatory
3h · Admission ticket included

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.

Meeting and pickup

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.

End 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.

Additional information

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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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