I want to nip this rumor in the butt because a friend of mine works at the observatory and always complains to me during dinner that people constantly call the Observatory asking if they have to make a reservation or take a shuttle! The Observatory was opened in 2006, and for that FIRST year there was shuttles due to the high demand of visitors ...

I can not believe this place was FREE to visit. It offers excellent views of the HOLLYWOOD sign. Awesome space exhibits. Parking is tight, so just park on the street and walk up the hill some. Must be incredible at night, but we went during the day. Almost did not visit b/c thought it wasn't going to be great, but it turned out to be a highlight!

Nice view of LA and a nice way to get a quiet minute amongst the hustle and bustle below. Pretty easy to find and cheap considering LA prices. Definitely a favorite of mine.

The view was nice, but it was extremely crowded on a Sunday afternoon. It was not worth the trip for me. We could not see the show because we have a child that's under 5 years old.

EXCELLENT PLACE TO ADMIRE AN EXCELLENT PANARAMIC VIEW OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES AND IT'S SURROUNDING AREAS. ON CLEAR DAYS THE VIEWS ARE MORE INTENSE. THE OBSERVATORY WAS BUILT IN A LOVELY ART DECO STYLE ARCHETECTURE TYPICAL OF ITS TIME. THOUGH NEVER INSIDE I AM SURE THAT INTERIORS ARE JUST AS LAVISH AS THE EXTERIOR. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SITE TO BE INCLUDED IN ANYONES ITINARY, THIS WOULD BE FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY, ADULTS AND CHILDREN.

Was there with my girlfriend, best view on the LA area. Very cheap and inexpensive place to take a date.

Everything was free aside from the show. They even have an onsite cafe which is on the pricy side but if you bring your on snacks your all set.

Show are $7.00 and $5.00 if your a student with ID.

Great place to spend the evening! I'd recommend it.

I REALLY LIKED THE LOCATION, WITH THE PARK BELOW WHERE YOU CAN HAVE A PICNIC LUNCH AND YOU CAN SEE THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN FROM THE TOP OF THE HILL. THE OBSERVATORY IS REALLY NEAT AND INFORMATIVE. DEFINITELY SOMETHING TO PUT ON YOUR "TO SEE" LIST WHEN IN LOS ANGELES.

I went yesterday and it was amazing! Just make sure you come when it gets dark so you can look through the telescope. They also have a big planitarium (Rebel Without A Cause was filmed there.) It's definitely worth your time and money.

not only did i see saturn....i
i had a great time at the light show...
fun display cases ....interactive as well.
lots of fun for the whole family..