The Observatory's public parking lot, parallel parking on West Observatory Road, and parallel parking on Westen Canyon
(see maps) require payment during the following times. NOTE: The Observatory building is closed on some weekdays. There is no time limit.
How much is parking at the Griffith Observatory?
The big news is that it will cost
$4 per hour
to park in the main lot, and along West and East Observatory roads, and Western Canyon Road. Free parking will still be available in a few auxiliary lots in the park, with free shuttles to and from the observatory.
How much is parking at Griffith Park?
Griffith Park parking fee ranges from
$4 an hour to $20 a day
, on average. Private garages and parking lots near the park will charge about $10 – $20 daily, while metered parking near the Griffith Observatory is $1 per hour. Griffith Park parking hours and rates can vary during holidays and peak seasons.
Is Griffith Observatory better at night or day?
That's another reason that the best time to visit Griffith Observatory is during a
weekday morning or early afternoon
. If you want to go inside to see the exhibits, check out the facility's hours. Of course, they're open late most days, so guests can see L.A. and the night skies in the dark.
Is all of Griffith Park closed?
The following Griffith Park areas are closed
: the Observatory. The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and the EXPO Center are closed. All senior citizen centers remain closed. Home delivered meals will continue to be delivered to seniors enrolled in LA City Department of Aging program.
Can you hike Griffith Park at night?
Griffith Park stays open until 10pm nightly
, which affords you quite a few hours of darkness in non-summer months. Meet at 4730 Crystal Springs Dr (323-644-2050); Tue, Thu at 7pm; select Fri at 7pm.
Is Griffith Park Free?
Access to Griffith Park is free
, though there is paid parking closest to the Observatory.
Is Griffith Observatory worth visiting?
Overall, Griffith Observatory is
well worth visiting simply for the unparallelled views over Los Angeles and Hollywood
. Try and pick a clear day and you will not be dissapointed!
Is Griffith Observatory open Covid?
City of Los Angeles COVID-19 Memorial – Griffith Observatory – Southern California's gateway to the cosmos!
Whenever the building is open, visitors age 12 and over still must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter
. Masks are still required inside at all times. 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Why is Griffith Observatory closed?
PUBLISHED: April 22, 2019 at 4:25 p.m. | UPDATED: April 22, 2019 at 4:25 p.m. LOS ANGELES – The Griffith Observatory closed for two weeks beginning Monday due to
four major projects involving construction along nearby roads and at the Observatory building
.
Can you walk around Griffith Observatory when it's closed?
Yes, you can walk the grounds
and enjoy the great view on the city and the hollywood sign. over a year ago. You can walk around the entire building and enjoy the views even when the observatory is closed.
Are there rattlesnakes in Griffith Park?
What rattlesnakes want to do is to get away from you.” The LAIR exhibit has several species of rattlesnakes, including the Souther Pacific rattlesnake.
It's found in Griffith Park
— a place where humans, dogs and rattlesnakes share the trails.
How much does it cost to go to the Griffith Observatory?
Admission to the observatory and grounds is free of charge. Tickets for the shows in the planetarium cost
$7 for adults and children over 13, $5 for visitors aged over 60 and students, and $3 for children aged between 5 and 12
.
Is Griffith Observatory parking lot open?
| Age 18 and over Proof of full vaccination and valid ID (with picture) | Age 4 and under No requirement |
|---|
Why is Griffith Park closed?
Today we received word from Rec and Parks that ALL Griffith Park Playgrounds and Fitness Areas are closed
in response to the uptick of Covid-19 cases in Los Angeles
.
Where can I run in Griffith Park?
- Big Loop (8.6 miles): Griffith Park Drive from the Los Feliz Boulevard/Riverside Drive entrance, following the Drive to Zoo Drive and Crystal Springs Dr.
- Crystal Springs Dr. to the Zoo and then trails back, paralleling Griffith Park Dr. …
- Zoo Drive to the Travel Town Museum.
How long is the Griffith Park hike?
This 1,625-foot peak is a star of Griffith Park with panoramic views that can be reached from Griffith Observatory on a steep 1.4-mile hike or a scenic 2.65-mile trek and from lower in the park in Western Canyon for a hike of around
4.2 miles
.
Can you visit Griffith Observatory at night?
The observatory is always busy.
In the evenings, the conditions are of course better for stargazing, so it can get pretty packed
. During the day, people flock to take pictures of the Hollywood sign and see the views of Los Angeles below. However, if you go during the day, you can do more.
Is the MT Hollywood trail open?
The trail is
open year-round
and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. This trail takes you on a loop along the eastern side of Mount Hollywood. Although this trail does not summit the peak, expect stellar views.
How do I walk to Griffith Observatory?
Enter Griffith Park's Fern Dell entrance at Los Feliz Boulevard and Fern Dell Drive. The trailhead is about 0.5 miles inside the park, just past the Trails Cafe. Street parking is available in the area.
Transit accessible via Metro Red Line, Bus 207, and the Hollywood DASH with a bit of extra walking
.
Why do people go to Griffith Observatory?
Griffith Observatory is southern California's gateway to the cosmos! Visitors may
look through telescopes, explore exhibits, see live shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium, and enjoy spectacular views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign
.
What's inside the Griffith Observatory?
The observatory is split up into six sections: The Wilder Hall of the Eye, the Ahmanson Hall of the Sky, the W. M. Keck Foundation Central Rotunda, the Cosmic Connection, the Gunther Depths of Space Hall, and the Edge of Space Mezzanine.
