Griffith Park is one of the favorite tourist destinations for tourists visiting California. This park is one of the largest in Los Angeles, with an area of 1,740 hectares. Griffith Park is more similar to a national park than a city park. The area includes hills, caves, forests, ranches, valleys and canyons, and natural lakes. In addition, there are several other points of interest here, such as museums, historical buildings, picnic areas where kids can ride ponies and carousels. Plus the hillside where the famous Hollywood sign stands. With a landscape like that, it's no wonder that Griffith Park is like a one-stop shop for movie-making. Various settings can be found in this one area, even for sci-fi movies like Star Trek and Terminator.

As one of the city parks, Griffith Park offers many activities for visitors. The most popular activity here is trekking to the world-famous Hollywood sign. Other than that, you can take a tour of the Observatory and Planetarium; take a horseback riding tour in the hills of Griffith Park; visit the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens; visit the Greek Theater and the Autry Museum of the American West.

Griffith Park is vast and has many walking trails. But there are some great spots if you're after a stunning view from the hills. The Hollywood Hill Trail is one of the best spots for views. This spot is the best for sunset viewing, as you can get a photo of Griffith Observatory with downtown Los Angeles right behind it, as well as the reddish-gold sky that will complement the background of your photo.

All year round. Be sure to visit for sunrise or sunset from the famous Hollywood hill. At night, you'll get an amazing panoramic view of the sparkling city of Los Angeles. Just be aware that the place is usually crowded during holiday weekends and summer breaks. So if you're avoiding crowds, avoid visiting Griffith Park during these times.

We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes for walking. You are also strongly encouraged to use sunblock or sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun. Don't forget to bring enough food and drinking water to enjoy at one of the picnic areas in Griffith Park. Also, if you want to explore this urban park independently, it is highly recommended to download a Griffith Park map on your phone. Be sure to pack a flashlight, too, if you intend to explore the park at night. There is a chance that you may encounter some wild animals, including scorpions and venomous snakes, especially when the weather is warm enough. If you intend to explore Griffith Park with your dog, make sure it's on a leash. This place is still famous as a habitat for coyotes who love to hunt dogs.