4 Fascinating Walks to Take in Los Angeles

1. Griffith

A journey through Southern California is not complete unless you climb up the dusty dirt road through the chaparral up to the Griffith Observatory, on the mighty Hollywood hills. From this point you can indulge yourself with a breathtaking panorama of Los Angeles and you can see the famous Hollywood white sign with your own amazed eyes.

The pathway to Griffith Observatory begins with a canopy of spruce, redwood, oak and sycamore and it’s excellent for a peaceful walk that gives you the chance to capture the City of Angels in its true splendor. So have your camera ready, because this trail opens an impressive view of downtown Los Angeles – day and night.

Start your hike from the Fern Dell picnic area, right near Los Feliz Boulevard. Heading uphill towards the Observatory, you’ll certainly want to stop and stare at city views several times along your way.

Once you’ll reach your destination, the grand building (opened in 1935) will wait for you to enjoy its astronomical exhibits, gaze through its telescopes and soak in the unforgettable outdoor panorama.

Serving as an observatory, planetarium and space dedicated to exhibitions, Griffith Observatory has a futuristic design and is also the place where several famous movies were filmed – including Terminator, Charlie’s Angeles 2, Back to the Future, Van Helsing and Rebel Without a Cause with James Dean and Natalie Wood. Actually, James Dean’s statue will greet you right before you enter the building.

After you explored the historic landmark, you’ve got one more chance to savor the extraordinary views on your way back. Enjoy!

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