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From the epic grandeur of Big Sur to the scenic Santa Barbara coastline nicknamed “the American Riviera,” this region of picturesque hamlets, jagged sea cliffs, and rolling wine country has long mesmerized visitors with dreamlike beauty. A drive along Highway 1 is an absolute must—be sure to leave time for stops at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Hearst Castle, and a San Luis Obispo County beach town or two. Cowboy culture still permeates Paso Robles and environs, and so does the low-key wine scene. Discover hidden gems in the Santa Ynez Valley, Ventura County, and pretty much everywhere else.
- How to Spend a Perfect Weekend on the Central Coast
How to Spend a Perfect Weekend on the Central Coast
Nature, history, and culinary delights converge in the beach towns of San Luis Obispo County, also known as SLO CAL - Know Before You Go: Travel to Big Sur
Know Before You Go: Travel to Big Sur
Discover the most up-to-date guidance for navigating Highway 1 amid the ongoing closures - 5 Central Coast Boutique Properties
5 Central Coast Boutique Properties
These former roadside motels and hotels have transformed into trendy stays - Exploring San Luis Obispo County
Exploring San Luis Obispo County
Unwind with great wine, historic architecture, and amazing tunes in this laid-back Central Coast destination - Sensorio Paso Robles
Sensorio Paso Robles
Stroll through a "Field of Light" in California's Central Coast wine country at this outdoor art installation - Central Coast Wine Country
Central Coast Wine Country
Miles of coastline, sunny hills, relaxing wineries - Beaches in San Luis Obispo County
Beaches in San Luis Obispo County
Play, hike, and soak up scenery on the beaches of San Luis Obispo County—also known as SLO CAL—in Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, Cambria, and Cayucos - Central Coast Wine Tour
Central Coast Wine Tour
- Craft Breweries of the Central Coast
Craft Breweries of the Central Coast
Where to find the best local beer in San Luis Obispo and other Central Coast locations
- Central Coast Tourism Council
Central Coast Tourism Council
- Visit Santa Barbara
Visit Santa Barbara
- Visit Ventura
Visit Ventura
- Visit SLO CAL
Visit SLO CAL
- Ventura County Coast
Ventura County Coast
- Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Visit San Luis Obispo
Visit San Luis Obispo
- Travel Paso Robles
Travel Paso Robles
- Visit Carmel-by-the-Sea
Visit Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce
Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce
- Visit San Benito County
Visit San Benito County
- Visit Oxnard
Visit Oxnard
- Carmel-by-the-SeaMonterey County
Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Paso RoblesSan Luis Obispo County
Paso Robles
- Pacific GroveMonterey County
Pacific Grove
- MontereyMonterey County
Monterey
- SalinasMonterey County
Salinas
- Pebble BeachMonterey County
Pebble Beach
- Big SurMonterey County
Big Sur
- GilroySanta Clara County
Gilroy
- AtascaderoSan Luis Obispo County
Atascadero
- San SimeonSan Luis Obispo County
San Simeon
- San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo
- CambriaSan Luis Obispo County
Cambria
- Avila BeachSan Luis Obispo County
Avila Beach
- Pismo BeachSan Luis Obispo County
Pismo Beach
- Morro BaySan Luis Obispo County
Morro Bay
- CayucosSan Luis Obispo County
Cayucos
- BuelltonSanta Barbara County
Buellton
- Los AlamosSanta Barbara County
Los Alamos
- Los OlivosSanta Barbara County
Los Olivos
- MontecitoSanta Barbara County
Montecito
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Things to do
Events in this Region
- Artichoke Festival
Artichoke Festival
- Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle
Once the home of William Randolph Hearst, this stunning hilltop estate along the Central Coast is a marvel of opulence and engineering
- Ventura County
Ventura County
Absorb the relaxed vibe of this classic California destination on the coast
- Central Coast Wine Country
Central Coast Wine Country
Miles of coastline, sunny hills, relaxing wineries
- Golfing in Monterey & Carmel
Golfing in Monterey & Carmel
Play along the ocean or in sunny wine country
- Cannery Row
Cannery Row
Visit shops and eateries wrapped in Steinbeck history, as well as a world-class aquarium
- Farmers' Markets in San Luis Obispo County
Farmers' Markets in San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo's friendly shopping district lights up on Thursday evenings
- San Luis Obispo County Wine Country
San Luis Obispo County Wine Country
Explore cowboy-meet-wine-country towns and sustainable vineyards
- San Luis Obispo Arts & Culture
San Luis Obispo Arts & Culture
If it's a First Friday in SLO, art awaits
- Cal Poly
Cal Poly
See top-level athletes, catch a show, and visit a student-run farm
- Events in San Luis Obispo
Events in San Luis Obispo
Enjoy lively fairs and festivals year-round
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