Things To Do
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- Food & Drink
- Theme Parks
Theme Parks
- Shopping
Shopping
- Wine
Wine
- LGBTQ+ Travel
LGBTQ+ Travel
- Craft Beer & Breweries
Craft Beer & Breweries
- Accessible Travel
Accessible Travel
- Luxury Experiences
Luxury Experiences
- Aquariums & Zoos
Aquariums & Zoos
- Skiing & Snowboarding
Skiing & Snowboarding
- Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture
- Family Fun
Family Fun
- Performing Arts
Performing Arts
- Sports
Sports
- Surfing
Surfing
- National Parks
National Parks
- State Parks
State Parks
- Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Adventure
- Beaches
Beaches
- California Questionnaire
California Questionnaire
Road Trip Itineraries
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- L.A. to the Bay: Highway 1 Road Trip for Soccer Fans3 - 4 Days, 9 Stops, 411 MilesLos Angeles to Santa Clara
- From the Bay to L.A.: The Perfect Road Trip for Soccer Fans4 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 390 MilesLos Gatos to Malibu & Santa Monica
- Highway 1 Classic4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 587 MilesSan Diego to San Francisco
- Quirky Museums2 - 4 Days, 7 Stops, 153 MilesCulver City to Crochet Museum
- San Francisco Bay Loop1 - 3 Days, 13 Stops, 213 MilesGolden Gate Bridge to San Francisco
- Hidden Beaches3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 453 MilesTrinidad to Wilder Ranch State Park
- Call Of The Coast1 - 2 Days, 7 Stops, 107 MilesLighthouse Field State Beach to Big Sur
- Top Surfing Spots4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 616 MilesWindansea Beach, La Jolla to Mavericks, Half Moon Bay
- Discovering the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley6 - 8 Days, 9 Stops, 570 MilesOld Monterey to Big Sur
- Shopping Spree3 - 5 Days, 9 Stops, 286 MilesWestfield UTC, La Jolla to El Paseo, Palm Desert
- Ghost Towns3 - 6 Days, 9 Stops, 770 MilesShasta State Historic Park to Calico Ghost Town
- Road to Vegas1 - 2 Days, 8 Stops, 317 MilesVenice Beach to Mojave National Preserve
- The Fun Zone: Los Angeles, Disneyland, and Mountains4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 268 MilesLong Beach to Downtown Los Angeles
- Majestic, Magical Highway 14 - 7 Days, 11 Stops, 517 MilesSan Francisco to Dana Point
- Pacific Coast Highway South3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 244 MilesSanta Barbara to San Diego
- Coasters to Waves6 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 206 MilesAnaheim to Dana Point
- California Dreaming5 - 6 Days, 8 Stops, 366 MilesLos Angeles Tour to Los Olivos
- Ultimate Playground Tour6 - 7 Days, 12 Stops, 1629 MilesGolden Gate Bridge, San Francisco to Crystal Pier, San Diego County
- Santa Monica to San Luis Obispo2 - 3 Days, 10 Stops, 211 MilesSanta Monica to San Luis Obispo
- San Diego Challenge Tour4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 245 MilesSan Diego to El Cajon
Browse Ideas
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- California’s Wild and Wonderful Water Parks
California’s Wild and Wonderful Water Parks
Beat the heat just about anywhere in the Golden State—from lake-top playgrounds to theme parks
- San Diego County Craft Breweries
San Diego County Craft Breweries
The sunny south becomes a magnet for lovers of craft beer
- 12 Earth Day Events in California in 2026
12 Earth Day Events in California in 2026
Eco-friendly adventures await—here’s a guide to some of the top ways you can help protect the planet while exploring the Golden State
- A Perfect Weekend in San Jose
A Perfect Weekend in San Jose
You’ll have plenty to eat, drink, and experience on this three-day itinerary in the Bay Area
- Corey Menotti: Exploring a San Diego Icon
Corey Menotti: Exploring a San Diego Icon
The guest services manager of the historic Hotel del Coronado shares tips for visiting the resort and its surrounding Coronado Island
- Art Meets Automobiles in San Jose
Art Meets Automobiles in San Jose
The artist known as Tijuana Rick is a booster of lowrider culture and the Bay Area tech hub’s creative side
- 25+ Places to Find Great Art Outside in California
25+ Places to Find Great Art Outside in California
Murals, sculptures, and even painted fire hydrants expand the Golden State’s cultural scene
- Red Rock Canyon State Park
Red Rock Canyon State Park
Walk among wrinkled sandstone cliffs colored red and rust, then be humbled—in the best possible way—by the nightly star show
- Mountain High
Mountain High
Go skiing or snowboarding at this resort, within easy reach from L.A.
- Where to See Desert Wildflowers Right Now
Where to See Desert Wildflowers Right Now
Lupine, verbena, poppies, and more are starting to bloom across Southern California
- Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
Visit in spring for breathtaking displays of California’s state flower
- Hotel and Travel Deals in California This Spring
Hotel and Travel Deals in California This Spring
Enjoy serious savings at resorts, wineries, and theme parks
- A Perfect Day in San Diego's North Park Neighborhood
A Perfect Day in San Diego's North Park Neighborhood
See another side of San Diego in this hipster-friendly ’hood, filled with specialty coffee, rock venues, and vintage shops.
- Free Kid-Friendly Things to Do in California
Free Kid-Friendly Things to Do in California
Plan your trip around these classic sights that are also free
- 11 Ways to Save Money at California Theme Parks
11 Ways to Save Money at California Theme Parks
It doesn’t take much to trim your costs at these epic attractions
- Fantastic and Free Tours at the Getty Villa
Fantastic and Free Tours at the Getty Villa
Get an up-close look at this ancient recreation of a Roman home
- Mandy Moore Takes the California Questionnaire
Mandy Moore Takes the California Questionnaire
The actress, singer, and ‘This Is Us’ star reflects on creativity, community, and her deep-rooted love for the Golden State
- The World-Famous Studio Tour
The World-Famous Studio Tour
Go behind the scenes on Hollywood’s most famous backlot tour
- Universal CityWalk
Universal CityWalk
Experience three blocks of big city excitement
- 12 Ways to Save During Kids Free San Diego
12 Ways to Save During Kids Free San Diego
Plan a San Diego trip around these only-in-October freebies, from theme parks to museums to hotels
Explore California's Content Series
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