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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

“I had a great time on this guided hike! Everything was well-organized and thoughtfully planned. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and passionate about the local area, sharing interesting facts about the park’s history and landmarks along the way. Looking forward to booking another one soon!”

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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

“Our guide was very informative, enjoyable and he exceeded our expectations in his knowledge.The only downside we could not go to the roof for observation because of the rain. The Griffin observatory was my favourite sight in LA. I would visit it again to complete…”

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4.LA: Griffith Observatory Insider Tour

Discover the Griffith Observatory with a knowledgeable guide, panoramic LA views, and fascinating science and history in this 1.5-hour insider tour.

★ 4.5

“Our tour guide, Barry was very knowledgeable and very good at keeping the group together. I am going to bring my grandchildren to the tour.”

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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

“Great 6-hr tour about LA - covering dino bones/freeways as aqueducts/rock n roll legends/creepy men/lore behind the Hollywood sign/great tacos/intercontinental kidnappings/mind-blowing art/luscious gardens/California cosmic realizations and more! ✨🏝️🙌. Plus, it’s air conditioned. Our guide, Estevan 😎, was very knowledgeable and insatiably curious about his hometown…”

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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.

“Tour was good, guide was informative ,too long at farmers market for lunch,and was rushed at the end as people had other tours booked,we didn't get close enough to Hollywood sign,and that was disappointing,”

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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

“Angelica did an amazing job! Her timing was spot-on, and we got to see all the hidden gems you might never notice on your own. I really recommend this tour – you won’t be disappointed!”

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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 tour exceeded my expectations. Amazing Tour. Scott’s in depth knowledge intuition made a fantastic tour guide. He customized the tour to my needs. It was my first time to LA and Hollywood, ever. Little did I know or until the end of the tour,…”

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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

“Damian is a fantastic guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and his love for the city and its story really comes through. We weren’t sure about doing a walking tour but we were so glad we did. It was a…”

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