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Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park

4.9(1,047)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1047 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Bikes and Hikes LA Tours
HOLLYWOOD HILLS HIKE TOUR

About this activity

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!

What's 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

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

Good to know

  • 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 policy

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

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