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LA: Griffith Observatory Insider Tour

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About the activity

Tour the Griffith Observatory with a professional tour guide who has insider knowledge of all the exhibits as an observatory employee. You’ll discover science, history, the Hollywood Sign, and more!

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    1.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Tour of the Griffith Observatory
    • Itinerary design by Griffith Observatory employees
    • Local guide
    • Panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign
    • Samuel Oschin Planetarium Tickets (available on-site to purchase)
    • Gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Take a tour led and designed by observatory employees.
  • Explore 67,000 square feet of exhibits with an expert guide.
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign and LA beaches.
  • Learn about science, architecture, and LA history.
  • Upgrade on-site for a planetarium show at Griffith Observatory.

Description

Led by observatory employees who know this monument inside and out, you’ll get a true behind-the-scenes on this guided tour part of our Insider Collection.

Our small-group tour, crafted by observatory insiders, takes you on a curated journey through space and time, blending science, history, architecture, and movie trivia. You'll get the perspective of a local pro who knows the observatory's secrets firsthand.

And don't miss the chance to add a show in the world-famous planetarium theater with our special ticket option. It's a 40-minute immersive experience with live narration that's truly out of this world! However, this interstellar option is only for ages 5 and up.

Ready to discover the wonders of Griffith Observatory? We can't wait to show you the real stars of LA!

Good to know before you go
  • 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).
  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    13-99 years
  • Children
    5-12 years
  • Infants
    0-4 years
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