Griffith Observatory Tickets

Entry to Griffith Observatory is free. Planetarium show tickets cost $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $8 for children 5–12, are sold only in person for the same day, and the observatory is closed on Mondays. Tours and tickets from resellers start at $34.00 on Viator (8 compared, checked October 17, 2026).

Admission
Free
Planetarium show
$12 adult, same day, in person only
Closed
Mondays
Getting up
DASH shuttle or limited paid parking

Griffith Observatory tours compared

The 8 most-reviewed Griffith Observatory tours and tickets on Viator, with starting prices for one adult. Some of these tours are fully sold out on up to 3 of the next 14 days, so book ahead.

TourFromRatingBook
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park$34.004.9 (1,042 reviews)See on Viator
Best of LA: Hollywood, Griffith, Santa Monica, Venice, and Rodeo$98.004.8 (826 reviews)See on Viator
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, Santa Monica & Venice Tour from Anaheim$94.004.9 (401 reviews)See on Viator
Griffith Observatory Insider Tour$56.004.6 (366 reviews)See on Viator
Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, with Beaches from Anaheim$88.004.9 (219 reviews)See on Viator
Hollywood Sign Hiking Tour to Griffith Observatory$189.004.8 (101 reviews)See on Viator
G'day LA by Luxury E-Bike: Griffith Park, Observatory to LA River$175.005.0 (58 reviews)See on Viator
Private Tour of Griffith Observatory$259.004.7 (62 reviews)See on Viator

Prices from Viator, checked October 17, 2026. "Not stated" means the tour listing doesn't say; read it before you book. Prices change by date.

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Official ticket types and prices

Prices as published by the official seller. “See official site” means the seller only shows that price when you book.

Ticket Adult Senior Child What you get
Building and grounds admission Free Free Free Exhibits, grounds, views; public telescopes/daily programs
Samuel Oschin Planetarium show $12 USD (13-54) $10 USD (55+) $8 USD (5-12); under 5 free on a lap One planetarium show (32-35 min): Signs of Life, Centered in the Universe, or Water Is Life

Reservations and timed entry

No reservations or timed entry for the building. Planetarium tickets same-day, in person only (box office or ticket machines).

When tickets sell out

Planetarium sales close 10 min before each show ‘unless tickets have been sold out prior to that time’. Building capacity control can cause 5-15 minute waits.

Discounts and free entry

Admission to the building and grounds is free. Planetarium: seniors/students/teachers $10, kids 5-12 $8, under 5 free (first show only).

Opening hours

Tue-Fri 12:00 noon-10:00 pm; Sat-Sun 10:00 am-10:00 pm; closed Mondays. Grounds and roads 5:00 am-10:30 pm daily. Closed Nov 26, 2026.

Travel tips

  • DASH Observatory/Los Feliz shuttle (LADOT) daily 10 am-10 pm from Vermont/Sunset Metro Red Line station, about every 20-25 min; fare $0.50 cash, $0.35 TAP, $0.25 seniors/disabled, children 4 and under free.
  • Driving: paid parking at the Observatory is limited; free parking around the Greek Theatre if you can walk up to a mile uphill (not after 1 pm on concert evenings).
  • Rideshare drop-off/pick-up in the red zone past the horseshoe driveway; park gates close to inbound vehicles at 10 pm.
  • Hiking trails from the Greek Theatre or Fern Dell.

Accessibility

Building and grounds are accessible. Disabled-placard spaces in the front lot (not guaranteed). DASH shuttle has a wheelchair lift/ramp.

Before you go

  • Planetarium tickets cannot be bought online – ignore any site selling them.
  • Parking pay stations accept credit cards only; display receipt or risk a citation.
  • Road closures likely when traffic is heavy; busiest evenings, weekends, summer, spring break, holidays.
  • Poor cell signal near the Observatory.
  • No food or drink inside; smoking/vaping, drones and alcohol prohibited in Griffith Park.

Best time to visit

Busiest times are evenings, weekends, summer, spring break and holidays – weekday afternoons are the quieter alternative. Free public star parties monthly (Oct 17 and Nov 14, 2026, 2:00-9:45 pm).

Good to know

Is Griffith Observatory free?
Yes, admission to the building and grounds is free. Only planetarium shows ($8-$12) and parking cost money.
Can I buy Griffith Observatory planetarium tickets online?
No. Tickets are sold only in person at the Observatory box office or ticket machines, for same-day shows. Only Foundation members can reserve in advance.
How much are planetarium tickets at Griffith Observatory?
$12 for adults 13-54, $10 for seniors 55+ and students/teachers with ID, and $8 for children 5-12. Children under 5 are free but only at the first show of the day.
What are Griffith Observatory's hours?
Tuesday-Friday noon-10 pm and weekends 10 am-10 pm; closed Mondays. The grounds are open 5 am-10:30 pm daily.
Is there a shuttle to Griffith Observatory?
Yes. The LADOT DASH Observatory/Los Feliz route runs daily 10 am-10 pm from the Vermont/Sunset Metro station; the cash fare is $0.50.
Where do I park at Griffith Observatory?
There is limited paid parking at the Observatory, paid by credit card. Free parking is available near the Greek Theatre about a mile downhill.

Sources: griffithobservatory.lacity.gov. Official facts checked October 17, 2026.