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Griffith Park

8.8Friend Score / 10

#2 of 20 Attractions in Los Angeles

Known forgriffith observatoryhollywood sign viewsfree parkingplanetarium
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Griffith Park is a sprawling Los Angeles park centered around the famous Griffith Observatory, offering stunning views of the Hollywood Sign and city skyline, plus hiking trails, green space, and a museum with planetarium shows. The observatory's Mark IX projector is a rare attraction, and you can take a 50-cent bus ride up from free parking near the Greek Theatre. Note that the observatory parking lot charges $10/hour, and the bus only accepts cash.

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Phone(323) 644-2050
Websitelaparks.org
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Last verifiedJuly 21, 2026

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8.8/10
  • Value8.5
  • excellence8.5
  • local_love7.5
  • Authenticity8.0
  • fame_sustained9.0
  • distinctiveness9.5
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Last reviewed July 21, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.