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Los Angeles Griffith Observatory Tour 3 hr

TourTruth score 6.3 out of 10

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48 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Los Angeles
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Griffith Observatory’s science, history, and sweeping Los Angeles views on a private guided tour for your group.

About this tour

Take in Los Angeles from a hilltop landmark on a private Griffith Observatory tour, where science, city views, and local history come together without the crowds. Meet your guide at the Astronomers Monument on the front lawn and explore the observatory’s highlights at a pace tailored to your group.

Hear the story of this nearly century-old institution as you visit its science exhibitions and enjoy panoramic views of the city and the Hollywood Sign. Your guide brings the setting to life with expert insight, while a photo stop at the Albert Einstein statue adds a memorable moment. You’ll also get a glimpse of the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory. A 40-minute planetarium show is available as an optional ticket upgrade on site.

This Los Angeles Griffith Observatory tour is private for your group and welcomes up to 10 adults and children. The observatory is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Book your visit to experience the landmark with a knowledgeable guide and room to explore.

Highlights

  • Explore Griffith Observatory’s history and science exhibits with a private guide
  • Admire panoramic views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign
  • See a glimpse of the night sky as viewed from the Samuel Oschin Telescope
  • Pose for a photo with the statue of Albert Einstein
  • Bring the family, with space for up to 10 adults and children

What's included

Included

  • Private guide with Griffith Observatory expertise
  • Curated itinerary designed by former Griffith Observatory employees
  • Glimpse of the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory
  • Photo opportunity with the statue of Albert Einstein
  • Panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Parking
  • Optional on-site upgrade for a ticket to a 40-minute Samuel Oschin Planetarium show

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Important information

  • Check in with your guide at the Astronomers Monument on the front lawn; Observatory staff cannot assist with this independent tour
  • The tour is not affiliated with the City of Los Angeles or its employees
  • Confirmation is received at booking
  • Wheelchair and stroller accessible; transportation and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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  • Service animals are allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The private tour lasts 3 hours.

What language is the tour in?

The guide speaks English.

Where do we meet the guide?

Meet at the Astronomers Monument on the Griffith Observatory’s front lawn.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates, with space for up to 10 adults and children.

Is a Planetarium show included?

A 40-minute Samuel Oschin Planetarium show is available as an optional on-site ticket upgrade.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.60 from 48 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Los Angeles
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.3.

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