Griffith Observatory
Los Angeles · Griffith Park · Science
Free public observatory on Mount Hollywood with exhibits, telescopes and city views.
Free days
Always free building and grounds; public telescopes
Know before you go
- Admission
Free admission (planetarium shows ticketed)
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- Free days & hours
Always free building and grounds; public telescopes
✓ Verified on griffithobservatory.lacity.gov · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Reservations
None for building; planetarium show tickets on site
Not confirmed – check with the museum
- Hours
Tue–Fri noon–10pm; Sat–Sun 10am–10pm; grounds 5am–10:30pm daily
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- Closed
Mondays (building)
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- Parking
Paid parking closest to the Observatory; Griffith Park access free; busiest weekends and at sunset
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- Kids
Groups with children need 1 adult per 10 children
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- Accessibility
Building and grounds accessible for all visitors
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- Address
2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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