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Griffith Park & Hollywood Sign Sunset Hike

Catch the best views of the Hollywood Sign.Bust of James Dean, at the Griffith Observatory.Look down on the Griffith Observatory.Watch the sun set over LA.Make the most of Los Angeles.

About this experience

For the Mount Hollywood Hike we’ll meet you at the Greek Theater. You’ll then hike through the Bird Sanctuary and up into the Hollywood Hills as we tell you about the first inhabitants of Los Angeles, the Tongva. As we climb the hills you’ll see LA spread below you, so it’s a great way to get an understanding of how the city developed and how the different areas connect with each other. From the summit of Mount Hollywood you can see almost the whole of Los Angeles.

After that we’ll follow the trails down, stopping at some of the best spots to get those Instagram shots of the Hollywood Sign, to the Griffith Observatory. We’ll finish your Mount Hollywood Hike by giving you a quick tour of the Observatory, before leaving you to enjoy this fantastic free museum.

* Tour starts 3pm (Winter) or 4pm (Summer) daily
* Reusable water bottle included ($10 retail value).
* Children between 7-12 y.o. gain free entry

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr

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Free bottle of water included.

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This is a hike (about 3.5 miles), it’s not suitable for people with mobility issues, a low fitness level or a fear of heights.

What is included

  • Tour Guide
  • Each guest receives a reusable water bottle ($10 retail value).

Not included

  • Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20% if you enjoy tour

Itinerary and highlights

Griffith Park is one of the best things in Los Angeles, frequently used by Angelenos to jog, walk their dogs or just admire the amazing views.

Learn about this historic theatre that's nestled in a corner of Griffith Park.

Hike through an area of pristine wilderness, and sanctuary for many of the areas birds.

Enjoy some of the best views, and get some of the best photos, of the iconic Hollywood Sign, which is in in Griffith Park.

Note: unfortunately you can't get right up to the Hollywood Sign - it's illegal.

Enjoy a secret garden behind Mount Hollywood, which was created by an immigrant in the 1920's and 30's.

See the city spread below you from the top of the Hollywood Hills, the best view you can get of Los Angeles.

This is one of the best museums in Los Angeles - and it's free. It occupies a fantastic vantage point over the city, so it's great for photos. Its design is an icon of Streamline Moderne and instantly recognizable from many movies and TV shows. The tour ends here, so you can continue to enjoy it for the rest of the evening.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Guide will be checking in guests from 15 minutes before tour begins at the Greek Theatre box office. Be sure to allow extra time for traffic and finding parking. We CANNOT wait for latecomers, there are other guests.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • The Real Los Angeles Tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Good value for the family - tour is free for children aged 7-11 y.o. It's not recommended for children under 7 y.o.
  • Hang out at the Griffith Observatory after the tour. It's one of the best museums in LA (closed Mondays).
  • Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early, since we cannot wait for latecomers (there are other guests). This is LA, there's always traffic.
  • By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
  • Better than hiking directly to the Hollywood Sign - this route has great views of the sign AND it includes the Griffith Observatory, the Greek Theater, the Bird Sanctuary and a secret garden. It's also a gentler hike.
  • Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
  • Enjoy sunset over LA from Griffith Observatory after the tour. It's one of the best sights the city has to offer and it's the best light for photos.
  • When making a booking please do not assume that you can park at the Greek Theatre. If there is an event there parking is EXTREMELY difficult to find. The BEST way to get there is to take an Uber or the Dash bus for 50c from Sunset and Vermont Metro Station (it takes 10 mins).
  • This is a hike (about 3.5 miles), it’s not suitable for people with mobility issues, a low fitness level or a fear of heights.

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
This is a hike (about 3.5 miles), it’s not suitable for people with mobility issues, a low fitness level or a fear of heights.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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