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Griffith Park is one of the largest city parks in North America, covering a vast 4,310 acres (1,744 hectares). An oasis in the urban sprawl of Los Angeles, this green space caters to visitors of all ages and interests with attractions such as the Los Angeles City Zoo, the Griffith Observatory, and the iconic Hollywood sign.
The Basics
Griffith Park is an ideal escape from LA’s bustling city center. Visitors can rent bicycles and tour the park on two wheels, join a guided hike or horseback ride up to the Hollywood sign, or explore a multitude of museums, golf courses, tennis courts, and hiking trails. Budding astronomers can visit the landmark Griffith Observatory, which boasts rooftop telescopes plus the world’s most advanced star projector, while kids love the Los Angeles Zoo and its 250 animal species. Don’t miss the Travel Town Museum, which features dozens of vintage railcars and locomotives; the Museum of the American West, where kids can pan for gold and explore a stagecoach; and the Griffith Park merry-go-round with its carved and colorfully painted horses. If you’re short on time, visit the park on a Los Angeles day tour to also see city highlights such as Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and plenty of water.
- Pack a lunch to enjoy the park’s many scenic picnic areas.
- Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times.
- A trip to the observatory is ideal for visitors with limited mobility thanks to its plentiful parking, expansive views, and relatively flat ground.
How to Get There
Griffith Park is located at the eastern end of the Santa Monica Mountains, in LA’s Los Feliz neighborhood. Access to the park is easiest by car, and parking is free. For information and maps, stop by the Griffith Park Ranger Station at Crystal Springs Drive. On weekends, holidays, and during summer, the park’s higher elevations can be congested with heavy traffic, so it’s best to use the DASH Observatory Shuttle to access Griffith Observatory and the Hollywood Sign.
When to Get There
Griffith Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Opening hours for attractions within the park vary. Summer is LA’s busiest season, but spring and autumn visitors can benefit from decreased smog levels and fewer crowds. January and February can be rainy, so pack an umbrella if visiting in winter.
Movies Filmed in Griffith Park
Being in La La Land, it’s no surprise that Griffith Park stars in more than a few films and TV shows. James Dean and his classmates take a trip to the Griffith Observatory in Rebel Without a Cause, and the park’s Bronson Caves were featured in the 1960s TV shows Batman and Star Trek. Ron Burgundy of Anchorman fame fights bears in the Los Angeles Zoo, Conrad Birdie serenades Ann-Margret at the Greek Theater in the classic musical Bye Bye Birdie, and the tunnel to Toontown in Who Framed Roger Rabbit? leads to the Griffith Observatory.
Address: 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, California 90027, USA
Hours: Daily
Admission: Park admission is free; fees may apply to attractions inside the park
59 Tours and Activities to Experience Griffith Park
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Mini-Car Sunrise Tour: See The Hollywood Sign and Observatory includes Breakfast
Take on LA's sunrise minicar tour of some of the city's top sights. Get behind the wheel of your 2-seater open-air vehicle as you drive yourself through the scenic Los Angeles hills, while the city's just waking up. Take in panoramic morning views from the Griffith Observatory, and refuel with a continental breakfast as you marvel at an unparalleled view of the Hollywood Sign. Consider upgrading to picture package for a perfect souvenir.
- Cruise around Los Angeles in a fun minicar, and feel the wind as you drive
- Visit Griffith Park Observatory, and stop at the abandoned Los Angeles Zoo
- Snap photos of iconic LA sights—the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory
- Enjoy great inclusions—continental breakfast, binoculars, and minicar use
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120 Minute Private Vacation Photography Session with Local Photographer in Los Angeles
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Private Custom Tour of Los Angeles in Luxurious SUV! Pictures Included!
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30 Minute Private Vacation Photography Session with Local Photographer in Los Angeles
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Connect with a local professional photographer in Los Angeles and capture your most memorable moments during this private photoshoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Los Angeles, including where to eat and what to see from your vacation photographer. Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality, vacation photos.
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60 Minute Private Vacation Photography Session with Local Photographer in Los Angeles
Flytographer 60 Minute Vacation Photoshoot
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Los Angeles Private Custom Tour
This is a private tour of Los Angeles, utilizing an open air vehicle. The tour starts from 3 hours and can be upgraded to 5 and 7 hours at different pricing.
ESSENTIAL HOLLYWOOD PRIVATE 3 HOUR TOUR- See Hollywood Boulevard with the TCL Chinese Theater, Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Dolby Theater home of the Oscars, and the Roosevelt Hotel. Next, we take you to the best view of the Hollywood Sign.
We go to the Griffith Observatory for a fantastic view of L.A. from a beautiful Art-Deco building with one of the best lookout points in L.A.
Your trip also includes a drive on Mulholland Drive, where you can enjoy a panoramic vista of Los Angeles and celebrity homes & mansions in the Hollywood Hills.
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Los Angeles Private Full-Day Tour
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There is so much to see that we will start off with a comfortable pick up with your chauffeur and licensed separate tour guide. Get a chance to visit unique sites like Beverly Hills, Hollywood sign, The Getty Center and much more during this private tour of Los Angeles. You can customise the itinerary with your guide in case you are interested in visiting a particular place.
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Private 5-hour Tour of Los Angeles with private driver/guide - Hotel pick up
There is so much to see that we will start off with a comfortable pick up with your chauffeur and licensed driver/guide. Get a chance to visit unique sites like Beverly Hills, Hollywood sign, The Getty Center and much more during this private tour of Los Angeles. You can customise the itinerary with your guide in case you are interested in visiting a particular place.
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