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Griffith Observatory

Address: 2800 E. Observatory Rd., Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA, 90027 | Map It
Phone: 213/473-0800
www.griffithobservatory.org

Category: Observatories/Planetariums
Location: Hollywood

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Fodor's Review:

High on a hillside overlooking the city, the Griffith Observatory is one of the most celebrated icons of Los Angeles, and now, after a massive expansion and cosmic makeover, its interior is as rich as its exterior featuring sleek exhibits with dramatic lighting and graphics. A lower level was dug deep into the hillside for the expansion. In true L.A. style, the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater presents guest speakers and shows on current topics and discoveries. The planetarium now features a new dome, laser digital projection system, theatrical lighting, and stellar sound system. Shows are $7. Not to be outdone, the café serves delicious food thanks to "chef to the stars" Wolfgang Puck. You might recognize the observatory and grounds from such movies as Rebel Without a Cause and The Rocketeer.