Griffith Observatory
Driving through the winding hills of Hollywood, it’s impossible not to channel James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause as this iconic Los Angeles lookout grows closer. Completed in 1935 this Art Deco landmark has been a fixture of film and pop culture since it first opened. Not only is it one of Los Angeles’ most intriguing pieces of architecture, but it also offers the most expansive views of the city available to the public. The best time to visit is at sunset, when the sun tucks itself behind the Hollywood sign for the evening, casting a soft glow across the land just as the lights below begin to awaken for the night ahead. It’s a Hollywood moment that’s always true to script.
