Walks · Our pick in Los Angeles
Griffith Observatory and Mount Hollywood
Views of the Hollywood Sign
About Griffith Observatory and Mount Hollywood
From Griffith Observatory, trails climb through the chaparral towards Mount Hollywood, with views of the Hollywood Sign, the city and, on clear days, the ocean. Carry water, wear proper shoes and avoid the midday heat.
Why it's on our list
- Hollywood Sign views
- City panorama
- Carry water
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Griffith Observatory and Mount Hollywood before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Griffith Observatory and Mount Hollywood are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Hollywood Bowl2.2 miWalk 43 minCycle 14 minCar or taxi 12 min
- TCL Chinese Theatre2.6 miCycle 17 minCar or taxi 13 min
- The Grove4.6 miCycle 29 minCar or taxi 20 min
- LACMA5.0 miCycle 32 minCar or taxi 21 min
- Walt Disney Concert Hall5.2 miCycle 34 minCar or taxi 22 min
- Rodeo Drive6.8 miCycle 43 minCar or taxi 27 min
- Getty Center10 miCar or taxi 39 min
- Santa Monica Pier13 miCar or taxi 48 min
- Venice Beach Boardwalk13 miCar or taxi 48 min