Griffith
Observatory Los
Angeles California
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Griffith
Observatory is perched on Mt. Hollywood
in the hills above Los Angeles. The observatory has been
a major Los Angeles landmark since it was built in 1935.
Admission to Griffith Observatory is absolutely free
making a trip to the observatory an affordable fun day
trip
for the entire family. Inside the observatory you will
find the planetarium theater, a huge triple-beam
solar
telescope, and three levels of fascinating
hands on exhibits and displays. The grounds surrounding the
observatory also have many
points
of interest
including
an Egyptian
sundial and a memorial to James Dean. On a clear day
you will be treated to a spectacular view of Hollywood
and the Los Angeles basin. Be sure to take a picture
of the Hollywood sign which sits just behind the Griffith
Observatory.
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You
can drive directly to Griffith Observatory and park in the parking
lot or on the adjacent roads. The parking lot is small and fills
up fast on weekends so get there early for prime parking. If you
don't mid walking you can park along the road and hike up to the
observatory. There is no admission charge to enter the Observatory
building. The Griffith Observatory's Planetarium has a new dome,
star projector, laser digital projection system, seats, sound
system. There are eight shows each weekday and ten shows each
weekend day. Show tickets may be purchased only at the Observatory,
only for that day's shows. Adults are $7.00 and children $5.00.
Griffith Observatory is defiantly worth checking out. The views
are magnificent (on a clear day) and your kids will really enjoy
the hands on exhibits. Nearby attraction include Hollywood
which is just down the hill, and Griffith
Park which surrounds the observatory. Put Griffith
Observatory on the top of your list of things to do in Los Angeles
and don't forget to bring the camera. |
Griffith Observatory 2800
East Observatory Road Los Angeles, CA 90027 General Information
Line: 213-473-08001
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