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Griffith Observatory
Museum4.7 · 17 1274.6 · 20 823≈ 2 h 15 minFree entry8.9 km from the center
Perched on the slopes of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park, this 1935 Art Deco landmark is an iconic public observatory. Free to enter, it offers interactive space exhibits, a giant Tesla coil, a Foucault pendulum, and the historic 12-inch Zeiss telescope for evening stargazing. The surrounding observation terraces provide famous panoramic vistas of the Los Angeles basin, Downtown skyline, and the Hollywood Sign.
Highlights
- Free admission to the observatory grounds and interactive science exhibits
- Sweeping vistas of the Los Angeles cityscape, Pacific Ocean, and Hollywood Sign
- Public evening stargazing through the historic 12-inch Zeiss refracting telescope
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Wed | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Thu | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Fri | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Sat | 10:00 – 22:00 |
| Sun | 10:00 – 22:00 |
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