Celebrate 90 Years of Griffith Observatory!
Griffith Observatory is open today from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Local Noon – 1:03 p.m.
Sunset – 7:02 p.m.
Explore the Observatory
Samuel Oschin Planetarium
Travel to the farthest reaches of the universe and into the microscopic building blocks of life. Live presentations immerse you in the wonder and meaning of the cosmos.
Exhibits
People have always looked at the sky and wondered what is really out there. Our 60 exhibits make you an observer and show you what we know.
Griffith Park
The largest urban-wilderness municipal park in the United States, Griffith Park is filled with trails, trees, trains, attractions… and the Hollywood Sign!
Observing the Sky
Anyone can be an observer, and we are here to help. You may look through our free public telescopes or use our astronomical information to observe from your own backyard. Check out the weekly Sky Report to see what you can observe in Los Angeles.
Programs and Events
Daily Programs
Live shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium, live Tesla Coil demonstrations, and your chance to observe with our public telescope observing are offered every day. Check the schedule!
Recurring Events
Virtual and in-person programs – including public star parties, All Space Considered, and the Sunset Walk-and-Talk – return each month as reliably as the phases of the Moon!
Special Events
Griffith Observatory reliably connects you to unusual sights in the sky, the changing seasons, visiting astronomers and their latest discoveries, and more.
Planning a Visit? We Can Help!
Located on the south slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park, the Observatory is literally in the center of metropolitan Los Angeles. While public transportation is the easiest way to visit, you may also walk, bike, drive, or take a shared-ride service up to the Observatory. There’s paid parking near the Observatory and free parking downhill. Be sure to plan your visit in advance, because roads and parking get busy.
Upcoming Events
March 20, 2025
Spring Equinox, 2025 – Local Noon
Join us at local noon (weather permitting) to mark the start of spring!
12:50 PM – 1:10 PM
Griffith Observatory
March 20, 2025
Spring Equinox, 2025 – Sunset
Join us at sunset (weather permitting) to mark the start of spring!
6:50 PM – 7:10 PM
Griffith Observatory
March 20, 2025
All Space Considered with Dr. Andrea M. Ghez – March 2025
The March 2025 All Space Considered program features a conversation with Nobel Prize-winning astrophysicist Dr. Andrea Ghez. It will be presented live in the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon theater on Thursday, March 20, 2025. This month's program will NOT be streamed on YouTube. Attendance at the program is free. Advance registration for this month's event is recommended, but not required.
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater
About the 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.
Griffith Observatory
2800 East Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 473-0800
Weekday (Tuesday - Friday) Hours
Open 12:00 noon - 10:00 p.m.
Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) Hours
Open 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Closed Monday