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Hollywood Sign Hike: Guided Griffith Observatory Tour
4.8
78 Ratings
Los Angeles
Embark on a guided hike in Griffith Park to witness breathtaking views of the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and LA skyline. Discover the history of this stunning terrain and spot film crews along the way. Get up close to the REAL stars at Griffith Observatory, LA’s renowned astronomy museum. Don’t miss out on this unique experience!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Griffith Park - Large Urban Park in Los Angeles
- The Greek Theatre - Iconic Music Venue in Los Angeles
- Los Feliz - Frank Lloyd Wright’s Ennis House, Multi-million dollar homes, secret staircases, celebrity sightings
- Ennis House - Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous house in the Hollywood Hills - come get up close and personal!
- Hollywood Sign - Viewed from a distance
- Griffith Observatory - Griffith Observatory
What's Included
- Entertaining, Local guide
- Guided hike to the Griffith Observatory to see the Hollywood Sign
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
Join our guided stroll through Griffith Park and be mesmerized by the majestic views of the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and the LA skyline. During the hike, we will leisurely climb the equivalent of 15 stair flights, pausing frequently to appreciate the landscape and listen to tales of this wonderful location’s history. Film crews are often spotted filming sequences on this trail; who knows which celebrities we might encounter? As we near the Griffith Observatory’s base, the legendary Hollywood Sign will emerge, offering a stunning backdrop for your photos that is sure to incite jealousy among your peers. Experience the REAL stars up close at LA’s famous astronomy museum, the Griffith Observatory, boasting expansive terraces. After the tour, you have the choice to explore the interior (closed on Mondays), or return to the starting point with your guide. Created by a former Observatory staff member, our tour uniquely captures the history and beauty of this location. Don’t miss the chance to discover why!
- Should be comfortable to climb 20 flights of stairs over 1 hour
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Not recommended for children under 4 years of age
- A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
Location
2650 N Vermont Ave
North Vermont Avenue
Franklin's Cafe & Market - across the street in front of restrooms
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(78 Ratings)
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Laurels851
Aug 7, 2024
Loved this hike and all the great stories - I loved this tour! We aren’t normally into touristy things but this was GREAT! Excellent guide (Paul! Norwood!) who had great stories. We took the hike through Griffith park into the Los Feliz neighborhood. Our teens even enjoyed it (lol)! It was hot- bring water/ hat/ sunscreen/ actual hiking shoes would help on the incline too.
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Christine_b
Aug 6, 2024
Great experience. Get in shape before taking this hike! - I enjoyed this 2.5 hour hike through Griffith Park and the neighborhood of Los Feliz with our guide Paul. He was a great guide and offered lots of interesting facts and stories about the park and surrounding areas. There are just a few things that hikers should be aware of. This is a strenuous hike, especially in very warm sunny weather. Wear a hat and bring snacks and water. Also, the title of Hollywood Sign in this tour is a little misleading. You don't go anywhere near the sign, and unless you have a camera with a super long-distance lens, you can't get a good photo. But it was an enjoyable experience nonetheless.
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Mj1ottawa
Jul 24, 2024
Hike through Griffith Park and Los Feliz to the Observatory - My sister and I really enjoyed our ExperienceFirst walking tour to the Griffith Observatory with Paul. The hike up through Griffith Park offered several panoramic views of the Los Angeles skyline and the Hollywood sign and we were able to take lots of great photos. Half way up, Paul took us onto a quiet Los Feliz residential street, where we strolled past several lovely homes and gardens, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Ennis house. Paul was a fabulous guide and his engaging and informative tour was a great start to our LA vacation. We would highly recommend it!
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T9780gnritav
Jul 19, 2024
Fun & Informative Tour. Paul was an Amazing Tour Guide. - Tour was awesome. Great value for the money. Our tour guide Paul was amazing! He provided us with so much interesting information & kept the whole family engaged for the entire tour. Would definitely recommend this tour!
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Trip66433897555
Jun 24, 2024
excellent tour, so worth it! - This was a fabulous tour... exactly what we were looking for to compliment other things we did in Los angeles. Our guide Paul was just amazing. Tons of knowledge and the most friendly easy going demeanor. I absolutely recommend this!
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Odyssey55249736231
Jun 12, 2024
Nice walking tour with great views. - Nice walking tour. In addition to the Griffith Observatory we got to see some great views and historical houses along the way. Our tour guide Paul had good knowledge about the history of area and gave us good tips for our trip.
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Annierez
May 30, 2024
LOVED OUR Hollywood Sign/Griffith Park Hike with Paul - We recently went on the Hollywood Sign/ Griffith Park Hike through Experience First. Our fantastic guide, Paul, led us around Griffith Park, through the quaint hillside neighborhood of Los Feliz to Griffith Observatory! Throughout the tour we enjoyed stunning views of Los Angeles, the Hollywood Sign and the local flora and fauna, as well as Paul’s vast treasury of local knowledge and stories of the area and its residents. His enthusiasm and affinity for Griffith Park and Los Feliz (really all of Los Angeles) were evident and helped to make this tour an absolutely wonderful part of our vacation itinerary! We highly recommend Experience First Tours, as well as any tour with Paul as a guide!
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Mkhangura86
Apr 26, 2024
Exceeded our Expectations! - We opted for the morning tour to hike to the Griffith Observatory and see the Hollywood sign, not knowing what awaited us. To our delight, our guide, Paul Norwood, was incredibly engaging and knowledgeable. He started us off with a visit to the Greek Theatre, where he kept us entertained and informed. As we trekked to the Griffith Observatory, Paul stopped at beautiful spots for photos and views of the LA skyline. Our group of 4 adults, 1 teenager, and 2 children never once felt bored thanks to Paul's storytelling and energy. We were surprised with a tour of the exclusive Los Feliz neighborhood, complete with fascinating facts about the architecture and residents. Meeting coyotes along the way only added to our excitement. The Griffith Observatory and Hollywood sign exceeded our expectations, making the 2.5 hours well worth it. We highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to start their LA adventure with a mix of beauty and history. Thank you, Paul, for an unforgettable experience that went above and beyond.
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N676hzrachelb
Apr 20, 2024
It’s a can’t-miss!! - Paul was our guide and we just loved him! He was very knowledgeable and a great guide, as well as great company. We would do it again tomorrow if we weren’t leaving. Griffith Park is a can’t-miss if you are visiting L.A.!!
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Holly_h
Apr 4, 2024
Best city tour - Paul was amazing! So knowledgeable and made it fun. Learning about all the history of the city and the views were amazing. Book this tour!
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