The Griffith Observatory is in Griffith Park. Other attractions in Griffith Park include the LA Zoo, the Museum of the American West, and Travel Town (small train museum). There are also pony rides, a carousel, hiking and picnicking. The Greek Theater is in the park and the Hollywood Bowl is nearby. Horses can be hired for trail rides in to the park.
Universal Studios is very close, as is Warner Brothers Studio.
Griffith Park is near Hollywood and attractions there.
The Observatory is definately worth a visit. It is a great little planetarium-type place with a great locale.
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