Private Tour of Griffith Observatory
Overview
Tour the 67,000-square-foot Griffith Observatory with this curated itinerary developed by former observatory employees. Travel through space and time as your private guide covers everything from science to Los Angeles history to movie magic. The observatory is also a great place to enjoy panoramic views of LA including the Hollywood Sign.
After your tour, enjoy a show in the world-famous planetarium theater. This 40-minute immersive show includes live narration and out-of-this-world projections. Shows are open to ages 5 and older.
Note: We are an independent tour company and are not affiliated with the City of LA.
What's Included
- Optional upgrade on-site for your ticket to see a 40-minute show in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium
- Glimpse of the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory
- Curated itinerary design by former Griffith Observatory employees
- Panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign
- Photo op with a statue of Albert Einstein statue
- Private guide and expert on the Griffith Observatory
- Gratuities
- Parking
Meeting Location
Griffith Observatory
East Observatory Road, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Astronomers Monument (Pass By)
Griffith Observatory
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please Note: We are an independent tour company and are not affiliated with the City of LA or their employees. If you ask Observatory staff about the tour they won’t be able to help. You MUST check in with your guide at the Astronomer’s Monument.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of Griffith Observatory?
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Activity code: C-46280P8
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
- Optional upgrade on-site for your ticket to see a 40-minute show in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium.
- Glimpse of the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory.
- Curated itinerary design by former Griffith Observatory employees.
- Panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign.
- Photo op with a statue of Albert Einstein statue.
- Private guide and expert on the Griffith Observatory.
- Gratuities.
- Parking.
The minimum age to participate is 13. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour of Griffith Observatory is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of Griffith Observatory will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Optional upgrade on-site for your ticket to see a 40-minute show in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium
- Glimpse of the night sky as seen from the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory
- Curated itinerary design by former Griffith Observatory employees
- Panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign
- Photo op with a statue of Albert Einstein statue
- Private guide and expert on the Griffith Observatory
- Gratuities
- Parking
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please Note: We are an independent tour company and are not affiliated with the City of LA or their employees. If you ask Observatory staff about the tour they won’t be able to help. You MUST check in with your guide at the Astronomer’s Monument.
