Griffith Park
8.8Friend Score / 10#2 of 20 Attractions in Los Angeles
Los FelizLos Angeles, CA 90027
Known forgriffith observatoryhollywood sign viewsfree parkingplanetarium
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.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | — |
| Phone | (323) 644-2050 |
| Website | laparks.org |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 21, 2026 |
Friend Score
8.8/10- Value8.5
- excellence8.5
- local_love7.5
- Authenticity8.0
- fame_sustained9.0
- distinctiveness9.5
Nearby in Ask Los Angeles
- Griffith ParkPark0.02 km · 0 min walk
- Old Los Angeles ZooAttraction0.56 km · 7 min walk
- Autry Museum of the American WestMuseum1.8 km · 22 min walk
- Griffith ObservatoryAttraction2.1 km · 26 min walk
- Hollywood SignAttraction2.53 km · 32 min walk
Where to stay near Griffith Park
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