Griffith Observatory

Griffith Observatory Griffith Observatory is a public observatory with a planetarium and astronomy exhibits. Admission to the Observatory building and grounds is FREE.
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Griffith Observatory is an icon of Los Angeles, a national leader in public astronomy, a beloved civic gathering place, and one of southern California's most popular attractions. The mission of Griffith Observatory is to inspire everyone to observe, ponder, and understand the sky. There is a nominal charge to see shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium. Griffith Observatory is owned and operated as

a public service by the City of Los Angeles, Department of Recreation and Parks. Griffith Observatory Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Griffith Observatory’s exclusive fundraising, membership, and advocacy organization. Visit www.GriffithObservatoryFoundation.org to learn how you can support the Observatory and its commitment to education and the community.

06/18/2026

SURPRISE! A Sky Report Spotlight just dropped. Yesterday, at around 11:40 a.m., PDT, Venus disappeared behind the unilluminated side of the crescent Moon, and reappeared about an hour later on the illuminated side of the Moon. This was very difficult to see with your naked eye, but Griffith Observatory caught this moment for you!

To view the full Venus occultation of the Moon with expert commentary, visit our YouTube channel! Link in bio.

Did you see Venus, Jupiter, and the crescent moon last night? It made for a lovely sight, but wonderful astronomical sig...
06/17/2026

Did you see Venus, Jupiter, and the crescent moon last night? It made for a lovely sight, but wonderful astronomical sights are not limited to nighttime. At 11:40 a.m. today, June 17, Venus will dip behind the crescent moon, although you will need binoculars or a telescope to observe this occultation.

Don't have a telescope or binoculars? You can count on Griffith Observatory to bring you the visuals tomorrow! Be sure to check our Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube handles for the video.

Photos by
1. Patrick So, Theatre Programs Supervisor
2. Pixie Iwata, Secretary, P.

Who else observed the Venus-Jupiter arrangement last night? Too far apart to be considered a close conjunction, the two ...
06/09/2026

Who else observed the Venus-Jupiter arrangement last night? Too far apart to be considered a close conjunction, the two planets were three moon-diameters apart (about 1.5 degrees). Mercury was also in the night sky, but it was nowhere near as bright as Venus and Jupiter, so it was tricky to see.

Missed the arrangement? Be sure to watch our monthly Sky Reports, so you may know what will be observable in the sky and when.

1. Patrick So, Theatre Programs Manager, Griffith Observatory
2. Patrick So, Theatre Programs Manager, Griffith Observatory
3. Pixie Iwata, Secretary, Anaheim
4. Palm Springs



Will you be ready to see Venus pass behind the moon?

06/02/2026

Want to know what’s in the sky for the month of June? Astronomical Observer, Vanessa Alarcon and Theater Programs Manager, Patrick So have your monthly Sky Report from Griffith Observatory.
For the full Sky Report please visit our YouTube channel. Link in bio.

Your June 2026 lunar calendar is here!
06/02/2026

Your June 2026 lunar calendar is here!

It goes without saying that a full moon illuminating the night sky is visually stunning, but there's something about the...
05/21/2026

It goes without saying that a full moon illuminating the night sky is visually stunning, but there's something about the crisp and delicate points in a crescent moon that demand equal awe.

Photo by Jarred Donkersley, Telescope Demonstrator,



Which moon phase do you prefer?

If you’ve never visited the Observatory, now’s your chance—virtually! If you have, there’s now a new layer to explore. E...
05/14/2026

If you’ve never visited the Observatory, now’s your chance—virtually! If you have, there’s now a new layer to explore.

Enhance your visit to Griffith Observatory with exclusive audio, video, and exhibition guides, and click the link in our bio.

Griffith Observatory turns 91 today! On May 14, 1935, the Observatory opened its doors for public astronomy. Each year m...
05/14/2026

Griffith Observatory turns 91 today!

On May 14, 1935, the Observatory opened its doors for public astronomy. Each year millions of people visit the building whether by chance or on purpose and learn just a little more about the cosmos.



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2800 East Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA
90027

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 10pm

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+12134730800

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