see the shuttle actually touch the ground due to trees that obstruct some of the views. El Segundo Lt. Raymond Garcia says that there are only about 50 public parking spots open in nearby lots. Everyone else will have to park on the residential streets.  There will also be public viewing sites at 700 W. Imperial Ave. Other potential viewing locations in Los Angeles NASA isn't giving away any of the flyover destinations yet, so take all these locations with a grain of salt. There's a good chance the shuttle will fly over historic parts of L.A. so here are some likely spots that would make for killer photos. Griffith Observatory -- for a view of the shuttle passing over downtown from afar. Hollywood Sign -- quintessential L.A. Downtown -- the Endeavour will say hello to City Hall so if you can find a roof you'll be able to get a nice urban shuttle sighting. Updated: The California Highway Patrol issued more details about where the Shuttle will fly, plus some cautionary notes: The Space Shuttle will make its final historic flight over the City of Los Angeles and several local landmarks, prior to landing at Los Angeles International Airport on September 21. Endeavor will be attached to a NASA Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft as it conducts low flying maneuvers around the City of Los Angeles, passing over key points of interest including the Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Hills and the historic Los Angeles City Hall. This is an impressive