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15 Best Griffith Observatory Tours

The Griffith tours: guided hikes through the park ending at the observatory’s terraces, where the whole basin spreads out below. Dusk visits collect the sunset and the city lights in one stop.

1.Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park

Experience breathtaking LA views on this guided Hollywood Hills hike to Griffith Observatory, with expert guides, photo ops, and insider stories.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Our tour guide Josh was OUTSTANDING! Fun, funny, knowledgeable and aware of our groups needs. Such a great experience!”

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3.Griffith Observatory Insider Tour

Discover the Griffith Observatory with a guided tour that covers its history, science exhibits, film trivia, and stunning views of LA and the Hollywood Sign.

★ 4.5

“It was very informative and a lot of great info about the Griffith, our tour guide, was wonderful, we really enjoyed it!! Thank you, Angelica!!😁”

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5.Los Angeles: Griffith Observatory Guided Hike/Walking Tour

Discover LA from above with this guided hike to Griffith Observatory, passing Hollywood landmarks, film locations, and offering stunning city views.

★ 4.9

“highly recommend. our tour guy Katie was great. Don't reccomend this hike if you are in poor health or out of shape. bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water (you can refill a couple of times along the way). once to the top you…”

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6.Private Getty Center to Griffith Observatory Guided Tour

Explore Los Angeles with this private guided tour visiting the Getty Center, Griffith Observatory, and iconic landmarks, all while avoiding traffic and parking hassles.

★ 5.0

“Brian is so awesome,professional and nice!!! He is so enthusiastic and nice!! We are looking forward to seeing him again on our next trip!”

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7.Los Angeles: Full-Day Tour of Hollywood, Griffith & Coast

Discover Los Angeles with this full-day guided tour covering Hollywood, Griffith, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and more—perfect for first-timers.

“We stopped at a lot of places to take in the sites of LA. But, we should have had more time to stay and and explore at the sites. Every stop was pushed for time. Needed more time at the Farmers Market. I would have…”

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8.Hollywood Sign Hiking Tour to Griffith Observatory

Experience a scenic hike to the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory, with stunning city views, engaging guides, and a manageable 2-hour adventure.

★ 4.9

“My best friend and I toured with Matt! He was so awesome, friendly, and very knowledgeable. From old time Hollywood to current - Matt knows his stuff! He also recommended different restaurants for my friend who was staying for the week! 10/10 would recommend! Thanks…”

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9.Private Tour of Griffith Observatory

Discover Los Angeles’ Griffith Observatory on a private, crowd-free tour. Explore exhibits, see the Hollywood Sign, and enjoy expert-guided astronomy insights.

★ 4.5

“Estevan was an amazing guide. We are locals and have done the Observatory before, but Estevan made the trip more interesting. He went above and beyond to assist us with 2 wheel chairs for my aging parents. He could also help us find bathrooms and…”

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10.G’day LA by Luxury E-Bike: Griffith Park, Observatory to LA River

Explore Los Angeles on a luxurious e-bike tour from Griffith Park to the LA River. Enjoy stunning views, hidden trails, and local insights in 3 hours.

★ 5.0

“Gavin our tour guide was awesome! He is extremely knowledgeable of the local area and full of great information. The route was beautiful, with lots to see and we just had a great time! It was so nice to get away from the hustle and…”

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12.Los Angeles: Scott E-Bike Tours to Griffith Park Observatory

Discover Hollywood’s highlights on this private e-bike tour with expert guide Scott. Enjoy stunning views, celebrity homes, and Hollywood history for $125.

★ 5.0

“This was an awesome tour. Scott's extreme knowledge and thoughtful information made this a special experience.”

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13.LA: Private Getty Center to Griffith Observatory Guided Tour

Discover LA’s top sights on this private guided tour exploring the Getty Center and Griffith Observatory, with tailored insights and stunning city views.

★ 4.6

“The only thing I feel, that can be improved is the instructions on where to gather; the position of the Pin in the map app wasn’t so clear, it wasn’t until I read that the meeting location is the mention to be near the clock…”

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14.Big Bus LA: Griffith Observatory Open-top Sunset Tour

Discover Los Angeles at sunset with Big Bus's open-top Griffith Observatory tour. Enjoy sweeping views, engaging guides, and authentic city sights for $56.

★ 4.5

“Billed as sunset cruise. Was advertised as sunset cruise. Was dark when we left. Could not see sites along the way. No sunset at planetarium. Sun had set 1 hr before. Did not see Hollywood sign as promised. Our guide was overbearing and loud. $59…”

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15.Griffith Park & Hollywood Sign Sunset Hike

Experience Los Angeles from above on this 3-hour guided sunset hike in Griffith Park, offering stunning views, history, and iconic sights like the Hollywood Sign.

★ 5.0

“Chris was a great host, keeping us all entertained with LA stories (past and present) on the 2 hr hike. Stunning scenery with the promise of the wonderful Griffith Observatory at the end.”

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