Things To Do
Things To Do
Explore by Interest
- Food & DrinkFood & Drink
- Theme ParksTheme Parks
- ShoppingShopping
- WineWine
- Craft Beer & BreweriesCraft Beer & Breweries
- Luxury ExperiencesLuxury Experiences
- Aquariums & ZoosAquariums & Zoos
- Skiing & SnowboardingSkiing & Snowboarding
- Arts & CultureArts & Culture
- Family FunFamily Fun
- Performing ArtsPerforming Arts
- SportsSports
- SurfingSurfing
- Lakes & RiversLakes & Rivers
- National ParksNational Parks
- State ParksState Parks
- Outdoor AdventureOutdoor Adventure
- Spas & WellnessSpas & Wellness
- BeachesBeaches
- California QuestionnaireCalifornia Questionnaire
Road Trip Itineraries
- Santa Monica to San Luis Obispo2 - 3 Days, 11 Stops, 211 MilesSanta Monica to San Luis Obispo
- Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway2 - 3 Days, 6 Stops, 74 MilesArnold to Grover Hot Springs State Park
- California History Tour2 - 3 Days, 10 Stops, 248 MilesMisión San Francisco de Asís to Columbia State Historic Park
- Ultimate Playground Tour6 - 7 Days, 13 Stops, 1629 MilesGolden Gate Bridge, San Francisco to Crystal Pier, San Diego County
- Siskiyou Scenic Byway2 - 4 Days, 9 Stops, 210 MilesTulelake to Forks of Salmon
- Hidden Beaches3 - 5 Days, 11 Stops, 453 MilesTrinidad to Wilder Ranch State Park
- Call Of The Coast1 - 2 Days, 8 Stops, 107 MilesLighthouse Field State Beach to Big Sur
- Highway 1 Classic4 - 7 Days, 10 Stops, 587 MilesSan Diego to San Francisco
- Central Valley Foodie Road Trip1 - 3 Days, 11 Stops, 292 MilesBakersfield to Galt
- Central Coast Wine Tour2 - 3 Days, 9 Stops, 155 MilesSanta Barbara to Paso Robles
- Pacific Coast Highway South3 - 5 Days, 11 Stops, 244 MilesSanta Barbara to San Diego
- Sacramento Delta Tour1 - 2 Days, 10 Stops, 103 MilesStockton to Old Sugar Mill
- Majestic, Magical Highway 14 - 7 Days, 12 Stops, 517 MilesSan Francisco to Dana Point
- San Diego Challenge Tour4 - 5 Days, 9 Stops, 245 MilesSan Diego to El Cajon
- Exploring Modoc County1 - 3 Days, 8 Stops, 464 MilesAlturas to Niles Hotels
- Canvassing California History6 - 8 Days, 11 Stops, 640 MilesSacramento to Williams
- Discovering Death Valley2 - 4 Days, 11 Stops, 462 MilesLos Angeles to Furnace Creek
- Wild North Coast3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 394 MilesSan Francisco to Crescent City
- Napa Valley's Silverado Trail1 - 3 Days, 11 Stops, 47 MilesNapa to Calistoga
- California's Heartland3 - 5 Days, 9 Stops, 491 MilesTehama Trail to Bakersfield
Browse Ideas
12 Earth Day Events in California in 2025
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
Plan Your Trip: SeaWorld San Diego
Amazing undersea attractions, thrilling rides, and interactive animal shows
Rides at SeaWorld San Diego
Ride coasters, get splashed, and explore the Arctic
California Vacations for the Star Wars Icons
Here’s where Yoda, Darth Vader, and their friends would go to relax
Farmers' Markets in Santa Barbara
It’s all about local at these amazing weekly gatherings
Sonoma County Wines & Wineries
Toasting the region’s star sips
How to Hack Coachella
Tips for experiencing the annual music and arts festival, with or without a pass
California’s 14 Cultural Districts
Visit these diverse and artistic neighborhoods throughout the state
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Explore dramatic sandstone bluffs and windswept beauty at San Diego’s largest nature reserve
4 Fabulous Resorts in Los Angeles County
Enjoy lavish spas, world-class golf, over-the-top dining, and unparalleled style at these high-end hideaways
March 2025 Events in California
Kick off your spring with whale watching, theme park festivals, and special beer and wine releases
So You Think You Know San Diego?
Head beyond the beaches and brewpubs to discover a landscape dotted with culture, plus gardens, vineyards, and other hidden gems
Toast Earth Day in California Wine Country
April is California Wines: Down to Earth Month
Amazing June Deals and Freebies in California
Take advantage of these special offers and free activities on your summer vacation
How to See California’s 2019 Superbloom
Where to find this year’s extraordinary bounty of blooms, from poppies to lupine and chocolate lilies
Find Your Perfect California Campsite
Get inspired by these eight unforgettable camping spots and start planning an epic summer vacation now
KAABOO Del Mar Announces Lineup
Get your passes to see Foo Fighters, Katy Perry, and dozens more at the September beachside festival
California Questionnaire: Curtis Stone
The Australia native has planted his roots in Los Angeles, where he runs two acclaimed restaurants and lives the California dream
Check Out California’s Literary History for Kids
Celebrate Children’s Book Week in San Diego, Sonoma County, and the Channel Islands
California Questionnaire: Kerri Walsh Jennings
The three-time Olympic champion loves living in Manhattan Beach and shares some of her Golden State favorites