The views are awesome. It was hard parking there as it was kind of crowded. The observatory was so interesting.
Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles
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Griffith Observatory
2800 E. Observatory Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90027
213-473-0800
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Ranked #5 of 335 attractions in Los Angeles
Type: Observatories/ Planetariums, Observation Decks/ Towers
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
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A public observatory owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles for the benefit of all. Located in on Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park, the...
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A public observatory owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles for the benefit of all. Located in on Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park, the Observatory offers a planetarium, exhibits, public telescopes, cafe, bookstore, and the best views of the Los Angeles basin. Admission and parking are free, and visitors may drive directly to the Observatory and park in its lots and roads.
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Honolulu, Hawaii
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Burleigh Heads, Australia
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We found this using our Sat Nav in places of interest and it was a place of interest. High on the Hollywood hills, you can see all over Hollywood plus it is a great place to take photos of the Hollywood sign. The observatory itself is something to see as well. It's free to enter which is also great. Apparently...
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We went at the end of the day so it wasn't too hot. Saw the Hollywood sign from up here (we'd struggled to get a clear photo of it from Hollywood Boulevard area). The Observatory was interesting if you like astronomy, etc but was nice just to wander around. Worth a trip.
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Philadelphia
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Who knew? What a location - and what a beautiful building!!!! A must see. We've been to LA many times, and have never been to Griffith Park / Observatory. It was well worth waiting for - what a place!!!
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whats not to love about the Griffith Observatory when u can learn so much about the planet & its universe..and to top it all off, it FREE! the road leading up to the observatory is pretty long & winding, so for u who cant really take it.. just take note.. make sure u charge your camera before coming here.. u...
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Weedsport, New York
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Great, panpramic views of the city from here. Located in Griffith Park it provides a good reason to visit this park and the surrounding neighborhoods. Very nice indeed! If you are a movie buff, you'll recognize this as an iconic film location, think James Dean and Sal Mineo... there you go, That's right, this is where the finale for Rebel...
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Blacksburg
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A must see if you go to LA. Great view of the Hollywood sign and the views are amazing. Lots of things to do in the Observatory.
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Boston, Massachusetts
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A must see. While the observatory is wonderful, the trails up the hills are around it are incredible. MAke sure you wear good foot ware and hiking clothing.
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Glendale, California
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Great place to take the kids for the afternoon. Lots of exhibits and interactive things for them. Be sure to see the planetarium show and go to the roof for the telescope. Check out their website for lots of information.
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Jacksonville, North Carolina, United States
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i really enjoyed this place, i will come back some day with friends or family i hope this review helps
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