“Griffith Observatory is a public observation deck with a planetarium and science displays. The site offers a view of the Los Angeles Basin, including Downtown Los Angeles to the southeast, Hollywood to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest. The observatory inspires everyone to observe, ponder, and understand the sky. The site presents the Los Angeles area's best views, a planetarium, galleries, open telescopes, cafes, and stores. The site is a public gathering place and one of the most popular attractions in Southern California. The site contains a telescope that attracts tourists to admire the close view of the Hollywood Sign. The observatory has a wide range of spaces and scientific displays. Griffith Observatory hosts over 300 events and shows. The site offers free admission for shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium for children under five and Wi-Fi service on its exterior. They also provide free admission to the building grounds and telescopes.”
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