Griffith Observatory is a landmark in Los Angeles, California, and a filming location for La La Land (2016). Built in 1935.
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Verified facts
- Appeared in La La Land (movie, 2016) — as Observatory where Mia and Sebastian visit after the Rebel Without a Cause screening and dance i
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-15238, SRC-15239, SRC-15240 - Built in 1935
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-15241, SRC-16666, SRC-17488
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15238 — https://griffithobservatory.lacity.gov/support/la-la-land-2026/ (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15239 — https://movie-locations.com/movies/l/La-La-Land.php (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15240 — https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/things-to-do/the-best-places-to-experience-la-la-land-in-los-ange (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15241 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Griffith_Observatory (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16666 — https://griffithobservatory.lacity.gov/about/ (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17488 — https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/things-to-do/the-griffith-observatory-the-story-of-an-la-icon (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Where was La La Land filmed?
Griffith Observatory, in Los Angeles, California, is a real-world filming location used for La La Land.
Where is Griffith Observatory located?
Griffith Observatory is located in Los Angeles, California.