Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided 2.5-Hour Walking Tour in Griffith Park
by Bikes And Hikes LA Tours
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This guided Griffith Observatory hike is a 2.5-hour walking tour covering 3.5 miles (5.6 kilometers) through Griffith Park and the Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles. The tour starts in front of the Greek Theatre with a safety briefing and introduction. The guide, wearing a yellow vest, leads the group along an easy to moderate trail that passes through Griffith Park and the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Along the route, hikers will pass the Old Los Angeles Zoo, the Griffith Park Bird Sanctuary, and get views of the Autry Museum of the American West. The hike includes stops at several viewpoints, including Tiffany Point and Mount Lee, where the Hollywood Sign can be seen clearly. Other notable sights along the way include the Los Angeles River, the neighborhoods of Los Feliz and Silver Lake, Downtown Los Angeles, Century City, Warner Brothers film studios, and Forest Lawn Memorial Park in the Hollywood Hills. The tour also offers multiple photo opportunities at these locations. The hike finishes with skip-the-line insider access to the Griffith Observatory, where guests can explore space and science exhibits. The guide provides local information and answers questions throughout the walk. The tour includes free parking at the Greek Theatre and a free Wi-Fi hotspot. The guide is certified in first aid and CPR. Guests should bring their own bottled water, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress in layers. The trail is suitable for participants aged five and older who are comfortable with some elevation and physical exertion.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Los Angeles
The tour begins with a safety briefing and overview of what to expect during the hike.
5 min
The Greek Theatre
Meeting point in front of the Greek Theatre where the guide, wearing a yellow vest, greets the group.
5 min
Hollywood Hills
The hike proceeds through the Hollywood Hills, starting the walking portion of the Los Angeles tour.
10 min
Griffith Observatory
A 20-minute visit inside the Griffith Observatory to see exhibits about space and science as part of the Hollywood Hills hike.
20 min
Hollywood Sign
A 15-minute stop at Tiffany Point to take photos of the Hollywood Sign suitable for Instagram and TikTok.
15 min
Forest Lawn Memorial Park - Hollywood Hills
Views are offered of the well-known Forest Lawn Memorial Park cemetery located in the Hollywood Hills.
Los Feliz
The route passes through Los Feliz, a fashionable Los Angeles neighborhood, encouraging future visits.
Los Angeles River
The tour includes sights of the Los Angeles River as part of the Hollywood Hills hike.
Griffith Park
The entire tour takes place inside Griffith Park, with explanations of the park’s history.
10 min
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
The hike continues through the Santa Monica Mountains, which are part of this national recreation area.
10 min
Mount Hollywood
Participants hike up Mount Hollywood, gaining elevation and views.
10 min
Hollywood Sign viewpoint
The tour’s highlight includes seeing the Hollywood Sign from Mount Lee in the Santa Monica Mountains.
15 min
Century City Views
Views of Century City’s skyline are visible during the Hollywood Hills hike.
Warner Brothers Studio
The route offers a bird’s eye view of Warner Brothers, a famous Los Angeles film studio.
Downtown Los Angeles
Skyscrapers of Downtown Los Angeles are seen along the tour.
Silver Lake
The hike features views of the Silver Lake neighborhood.
Hollywood
A 10-minute stop provides good views of the Hollywood area.
10 min
Old Los Angeles Zoo
Participants see the site of the former Los Angeles Zoo during the hike.
Autry Museum of the American West
Views of the Gene Autry Museum of the American West are included along the route.
Griffith Park Bird Sanctuary
The hike passes by the Griffith Park Bird Sanctuary, a peaceful spot within the park.
10 min
Walt Disney Studios
The tour provides views of the Walt Disney Studios from the hiking trail.
Meeting point
Meet your local tour guide IN FRONT OF the GREEK THEATER BOX OFFICE in Griffith Park (Box Office has a giant LED screen on top promoting events). Please meet your LA tour guide 15 minutes prior to departure for check in. We are unable to wait for latecomers. Please allow time for LA traffic.
End point
Meet your local tour guide IN FRONT OF the GREEK THEATER BOX OFFICE in Griffith Park (Box Office has a giant LED screen on top promoting events). Please meet your LA tour guide 15 minutes prior to departure for check in. We are unable to wait for latecomers. Please allow time for LA traffic.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided 2.5-Hour Walking Tour in Griffith Park
by Bikes And Hikes LA Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$68Overview
This guided Griffith Observatory hike is a 2.5-hour walking tour covering 3.5 miles (5.6 kilometers) through Griffith Park and the Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles. The tour starts in front of the Greek Theatre with a safety briefing and introduction. The guide, wearing a yellow vest, leads the group along an easy to moderate trail that passes through Griffith Park and the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Along the route, hikers will pass the Old Los Angeles Zoo, the Griffith Park Bird Sanctuary, and get views of the Autry Museum of the American West. The hike includes stops at several viewpoints, including Tiffany Point and Mount Lee, where the Hollywood Sign can be seen clearly. Other notable sights along the way include the Los Angeles River, the neighborhoods of Los Feliz and Silver Lake, Downtown Los Angeles, Century City, Warner Brothers film studios, and Forest Lawn Memorial Park in the Hollywood Hills. The tour also offers multiple photo opportunities at these locations. The hike finishes with skip-the-line insider access to the Griffith Observatory, where guests can explore space and science exhibits. The guide provides local information and answers questions throughout the walk. The tour includes free parking at the Greek Theatre and a free Wi-Fi hotspot. The guide is certified in first aid and CPR. Guests should bring their own bottled water, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress in layers. The trail is suitable for participants aged five and older who are comfortable with some elevation and physical exertion.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Los Angeles
The tour begins with a safety briefing and overview of what to expect during the hike.
5 min
The Greek Theatre
Meeting point in front of the Greek Theatre where the guide, wearing a yellow vest, greets the group.
5 min
Hollywood Hills
The hike proceeds through the Hollywood Hills, starting the walking portion of the Los Angeles tour.
10 min
Griffith Observatory
A 20-minute visit inside the Griffith Observatory to see exhibits about space and science as part of the Hollywood Hills hike.
20 min
Hollywood Sign
A 15-minute stop at Tiffany Point to take photos of the Hollywood Sign suitable for Instagram and TikTok.
15 min
Forest Lawn Memorial Park - Hollywood Hills
Views are offered of the well-known Forest Lawn Memorial Park cemetery located in the Hollywood Hills.
Los Feliz
The route passes through Los Feliz, a fashionable Los Angeles neighborhood, encouraging future visits.
Los Angeles River
The tour includes sights of the Los Angeles River as part of the Hollywood Hills hike.
Griffith Park
The entire tour takes place inside Griffith Park, with explanations of the park’s history.
10 min
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
The hike continues through the Santa Monica Mountains, which are part of this national recreation area.
10 min
Mount Hollywood
Participants hike up Mount Hollywood, gaining elevation and views.
10 min
Hollywood Sign viewpoint
The tour’s highlight includes seeing the Hollywood Sign from Mount Lee in the Santa Monica Mountains.
15 min
Century City Views
Views of Century City’s skyline are visible during the Hollywood Hills hike.
Warner Brothers Studio
The route offers a bird’s eye view of Warner Brothers, a famous Los Angeles film studio.
Downtown Los Angeles
Skyscrapers of Downtown Los Angeles are seen along the tour.
Silver Lake
The hike features views of the Silver Lake neighborhood.
Hollywood
A 10-minute stop provides good views of the Hollywood area.
10 min
Old Los Angeles Zoo
Participants see the site of the former Los Angeles Zoo during the hike.
Autry Museum of the American West
Views of the Gene Autry Museum of the American West are included along the route.
Griffith Park Bird Sanctuary
The hike passes by the Griffith Park Bird Sanctuary, a peaceful spot within the park.
10 min
Walt Disney Studios
The tour provides views of the Walt Disney Studios from the hiking trail.
Meeting point
Meet your local tour guide IN FRONT OF the GREEK THEATER BOX OFFICE in Griffith Park (Box Office has a giant LED screen on top promoting events). Please meet your LA tour guide 15 minutes prior to departure for check in. We are unable to wait for latecomers. Please allow time for LA traffic.
End point
Meet your local tour guide IN FRONT OF the GREEK THEATER BOX OFFICE in Griffith Park (Box Office has a giant LED screen on top promoting events). Please meet your LA tour guide 15 minutes prior to departure for check in. We are unable to wait for latecomers. Please allow time for LA traffic.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.