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Griffith Observatory Hike: An LA Tour through the Hollywood Hills

Overview
L.A. is ready to welcome visitors!

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!
City: Los Angeles
Wed 11 Jun
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Starting at $28.99
Wed 11 Jun
Starting at $28.99
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What's Included
Discounts on our other LA sightseeing tours offered by Bikes and Hikes LA Tours
Unlimited Instagram photo opportunities on this Hollywood Hills Tour
Photo guidance and direction for epic photos with the Hollywood Sign on this LA sightseeing tour
Free Parking at the Greek Theater for this Los Angeles Tour. See posted signs.
Free Wifi Hotspot on this Los Angeles Tour
Historic Los Angeles tour
Insider, Skip-The-Line Access to the Griffith Observatory!
Additional Info
  • 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
  • Closed-toe shoes are required and layers are recommended
  • Young children welcome but should be able to hike on their own.
  • Guests must provide their own water on this tour.
  • 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!
What To Expect
1
Los Angeles
Start your tour with a safety briefing and rundown of what to expect.
2
The Greek Theatre
We'll meet you in front of the Greek Theatre. Your guide will be wearing a yellow vest
3
Hollywood Hills
You'll hike through the Hollywood Hills and begin on this epic LA tour.
4
Griffith Observatory
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
5
Hollywood Sign
Get the best shots of the Hollywood Sign for Instagram and Tik Tok Hollywood from Tiffany Point on this Hollywood Hills Tour
6
Forest Lawn Memorial Park - Hollywood Hills
The Hollywood Hills Tour offers sweeping views of one of LA's most famous cemeteries.
7
Los Feliz
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!
8
Los Angeles River
See the gorgeous LA River on this Hollywood Hills Tour
9
Griffith Park
This entire Los Angeles tour takes place inside the Griffith Park, and we'll showcase all of its fascinating history!
10
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
You'll be hiking through the Santa Monica Mountains on this LA tour.
11
Hollywood
You'll get the best views of Hollywood on this LA City tour
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Old Los Angeles Zoo
You'll catch a glimpse of the famous Los Angeles Zoo on this Hollywood Hills Tour!
13
Autry Museum of the American West
You'll get views of the Gene Autry Museum of the American West from above on this LA tour!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveler Photos
Reviews (939)
U4078BCsallyg
Mar 2025
It was a fabulous, non strenuous hike with stunning views of the city, valley and Hollywood sign close up! Mark was the best guide - very knowledgeable and informative about the city and park history, with fascinating, entertaining off beat additional snippets of local info - it was very organized, fun and he was very amiable. Would highly recommend.
rebeccaaC346EV
Mar 2025
It was a wonderful hike with Chris. He was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed the stories he told. He took pictures for us with great views in the background. Highly recommend this tour.
sarah m
Feb 2025
Ahmed was a fantastic and informative tour guide who immediate puts people at ease with his humor and kindness. A remarkable experience!

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