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Tours/Los Angeles/Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park

Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park

4.9(1,041)Los Angeles2h 30min
VIATOR4.8(269)TRIPADVISOR4.9(772)
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
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Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park
Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park

At a glance

Duration
2h 30min
Price from
$34 / person
Location
Los Angeles, United States
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 1,041 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 25
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Bikes and Hikes LA Tours
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.

Description

Reach the highest peak in Griffith Park with Bikes and Hikes LA Tours, a TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice! This popular and family-friendkly 3.5 mile (5.6 km) walk through Griffith Park showcases incredible views for your 2025 vacation. You'll make multiple stops along the way to the Griffith Observatory to capture the most spectacular Instagram and TikTok photos in LA (and you'll see the Hollywood Sign along the way, too!) This Hollywood Hills Tour wraps up with an exclusive insider tour of the iconic Griffith Observatory, the most famous filming location in Los Angeles. See a better price on this tour elsewhere? Call us and we'll match it! Highlights: Hollywood Sign Griffith Park Observatory Insider Tour Greek Theatre Mount Hollywood The Best Views in LA: Downtown, Silver Lake, Century City, and more! Famous Film Locations Insider anecdotes and tips from your expert local guide Picture-perfect Instagram opportunities …and much more!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
22 times a day, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 2+)
$34

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $209.

Larger groups pay less per person.

Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:07 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

PRIVATE GRIFFITH PARK TOUR

Private Tour: Private tour for your group — one group per timeslot. Per-person pricing + $175 for your own start time and dedicated guide. Access notes: Observatory grounds toured without inside access on Mondays. Greek Theatre events may impact afternoon parking availabilty.

10am (arrive at 9:45)

10am departure, includes 2.5-hour guided hike

Itinerary

Los Angeles
5 min

Start your tour with a safety briefing and rundown of what to expect.

The Greek Theatre
5 min

We'll meet you in front of the Greek Theatre. Your guide will be wearing a yellow vest

Hollywood Hills
10 min

You'll hike through the Hollywood Hills and begin on this epic LA tour.

Griffith Observatory
Admission included20 min

Enter one of the most iconic landmarks in Los Angeles to experience an extensive array of space and science-related displays on this Hollywood Hills Hike tour

Hollywood Sign
15 min

Get the best shots of the Hollywood Sign for Instagram and Tik Tok Hollywood from Tiffany Point on this Hollywood Hills Tour

Forest Lawn Memorial Park - Hollywood Hills
Pass by

The Hollywood Hills Tour offers sweeping views of one of LA's most famous cemeteries.

Los Feliz
Pass by

Check out one of LA's most trendy neighborhoods, Los Feliz, on our Hollywood Sign hike- be sure to visit Los Feliz the next time you tour Los Angeles!

Los Angeles River
Pass by

See the gorgeous LA River on this Hollywood Hills Tour

Griffith Park
10 min

This entire Los Angeles tour takes place inside the Griffith Park, and we'll showcase all of its fascinating history!

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
10 min

You'll be hiking through the Santa Monica Mountains on this LA tour.

10 min

You'll be hiking up Mount Hollywood on this tour of Los Angeles.

15 min

The crown jewel of this Hollywood Hills Tour is to see the Hollywood Sign high atop Mount Lee in the Santa Monica Mountains.

Pass by

You'll see gorgeous vistas of famous Century City on this Hollywood Hills Hike Tour!

Pass by

Check out Warner Brothers, the most famous film studio in LA, in a bird's eye view on this Hollywood Hills Tour.

Pass by

You'll see the shimmering skyscrapers of Downtown Los Angeles on this LA tour!

Pass by

Our Hollywood Hills Hike features views of the hip Silver Lake neighborhood

Hollywood
10 min

You'll get the best views of Hollywood on this LA City tour

Old Los Angeles Zoo
Pass by

You'll catch a glimpse of the famous Los Angeles Zoo on this Hollywood Hills Tour!

Autry Museum of the American West
Pass by

You'll get views of the Gene Autry Museum of the American West from above on this LA tour!

10 min

You'll pass by the beautiful Griffith Park Bird Sanctuary on this Hollywood Hills Hike!

Pass by

You'll snag an unforgettable view of the famous Walt Disney studios on this LA hike tour!

What's included

Included
Free Parking at the Greek Theater for this Los Angeles Tour. See posted signs.
Free Wifi Hotspot on this Los Angeles Tour
Insider, Skip-The-Line Access to the Griffith Observatory!
Unlimited Instagram / Tik Tok opportunities on this Hollywood Hills Tour
Expert First Aid and CPR certified professional local Los Angeles tour guide
2.5-hour Hollywood Hills Hike Tour
Expert advice for your stay in LA from your Los Angeles tour guide!
Not included
Gratuities (cash or payment apps accepted)
Bottled water

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.9
1,041 reviews
5
982
4
43
3
4
2
5
1
7

How it compares in Los Angeles

  • No. 13 by number of reviews among 1,126 tours in Los Angeles
  • Starting price $34 is 62% below the typical $90 for tours of similar length in Los Angeles

Excurgo comparison of 1,126 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in with your guide. There are other guests on the LA tour and we can not wait for latecomers.
  • We’ll be walking 3.5 miles (5.6 km) along what is widely considered to be an easy to moderate Hollywood Sign hiking trail
  • If you don't see your preferred time listed, Bikes and Hikes LA offers flexible private and group tour options—reach out to learn more.
  • Guests joining this tour should be in good health, with a beginner to intermediate fitness expectation on this Los Angeles tour
  • Guests should not have a fear of heights, and should not be afraid to break a sweat on this Hollywood Hills Tour
  • Children under 2 years old are free. For this hike tour, children should be 5+ years of age, and able to hike. For guests traveling with younger children/strollers, we recommend our express Hollywood Sign Tour
  • Guests must provide their own water for this Hollywood Hills tour. We recommend that guests bring 2 bottles of water, and to hydrate before, during, and after the Griffith Observatory Hollywood Sign Hike, especially important in the warm summer months!
  • Closed-toe shoes are required and layers are recommended

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park take?

Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 21 stops.

How much does Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park cost?

Prices start at $34 per person for this Los Angeles experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $209. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 22 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 4:30 PM.

Can I cancel Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Children under 2 years old are free. For this hike tour, children should be 5+ years of age, and able to hike. For guests traveling with younger children/strollers, we recommend our express Hollywood Sign Tour

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 1,041 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bikes and Hikes LA Tours.

Reviews(1,041)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

1
169hild
September 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience on a very hot day

Noel made the whole 2+ hrs enjoyable and fun. She was very knowledgeable. Great experience would recommend.

A
Am0miA
September 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great hike through Griffith Park

Great hike with Noelle! The climb was approx 3 hrs with plenty of breaks built in. Noelle is very knowledgeable and shares historical facts, nature facts and also a fantastic photographer for those family photos. Our 10 year old kept up with no issues, if you’re considering this as a family activity.

7
755mariaadelaidel
August 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
An unforgettable experience at Griffith Park!

Without a doubt, this was one of the best experiences of my trip to Los Angeles! The hike through Griffith Park was much more than just a simple walk: it was a true journey of discovery through nature, breathtaking views, and the history of Los Angeles. A very special thank you goes to our guide, Noelle Hoffman, who made everything even more special. She was truly amazing: knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, and passionate. She didn’t just lead us along the trail, but shared so many interesting facts, explained what we were seeing, and helped us experience the park in a completely different way. What I appreciated the most was her ability to engage us throughout the entire hike, creating a pleasant atmosphere and making us feel comfortable at all times. Thanks to her explanations and enthusiasm, every point along the trail felt like it had a story to tell. The hike also offers spectacular views over Los Angeles, and reaching the Griffith Observatory area was truly exciting. The scenery along the way is something I will hardly ever forget. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone who wants to see Los Angeles from a different perspective, immersing themselves in nature and discovering the city’s hidden gems. If you have the chance, choose this experience: the guide truly makes all the difference! An experience I would definitely do again and one that I will keep as one of my most beautiful memories of Los Angeles. ❤️

K
Krystal_K
August 18, 2026 · via Viator
Great hike with wonderful views

Wonderful tour and views of LA- moderate difficulty with the hike, but my 12 year old did fine. Tour guide (Mathew) very knowledge and made the hike memorable .

J
Jacob_M
August 15, 2026 · via Viator
Had a great time with a...

Had a great time with a knowledgeable guide who took us through Griffith Park and have interesting info about the history of the area.

D
D_P
August 9, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent guided walk

Our guide was absolutely brilliant. His knowledge of LA (current & past) was extensive. He was super helpful and kind and very patient. The walk had stunning views over LA and the hills all around.

R
rayt509
July 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Griffith Observatory Hike

An amazing hike with two fantastic guides, Noelle and Katy!! Noelle and Katy gave great insight and color and lots of laughs along the way. Highly recommend!!!

C
craigbZ3641BN
July 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Katie & Noelle thank you!!

Katie and Noelle were brilliant! We had so much fun with them. They are excellent guides. Could answer all our questions, point out all the interesting stuff and they were fun! A great experience!

K
K997ZCpauld
July 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Griffith Observatory Guided Hike

Katie and Noelle are EXCELLENT. We had such a good experience

R
randymS5896OX
July 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Hollywood and Griffith Park Excursion!

Sarah was a wonderful guide. When we started out on the planned hike, she could tell that we were struggling with the steepness of the terrain, so she suggested a less steep trail, and we made it much more easily!

$34/ person
4.9(1,041)
Duration2h 30min
LanguagesEN
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