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
Farmers' Markets in Santa Barbara
It’s all about local at these amazing weekly gatherings
13 Waterfront Restaurants
Where to find fresh seafood and world-class views on California’s coast
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Pasadena
This sunny, scenic town nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains is a must for architecture fans, nature lovers, and gourmands
California Questionnaire: Gilberto Cetina
The lauded chef, who grew up in both Orange County and Mexico, shares his favorite foodie places to dine and shop around the Golden State
How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Sonoma County
Explore like a local with this 48-hour guide to sipping, soaring, and savoring the many delights of this Golden State destination
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
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Palm Springs
Explore new heights, plunge into a glittering pool, and wrap yourself in Native American culture in this SoCal city
Warner Bros. Studio Tour
This classic Hollywood tour lets you see TV and movie history in the making
FAQs: Everything You Need to Know for Your California Road Trip
Ready to go on a California road trip? Maximize your fun by starting with some thoughtful travel planning
10 Tips for Your Next California Road Trip
These Golden State insiders will help you plan an unforgettable four-wheel vacation
Things to Do in Death Valley National Park
Experience the famous extremes of Death Valley National Park, home to the lowest point in North America
Whale Watching in San Diego
See marine life from the bluffs of La Jolla to islands off Mexico
Gold Bug Park and Mine
Channel your inner prospector with a trip to this historic gold mine in Placerville
One Table, 150 Guests at Stockton’s Feast at the Fox
Guests will gather downtown for a farm-to-table five-course meal cooked by local chefs
Dream Eater Attends Class at the Culinary Institute of America
10 Great California Festivals in 2018
Start booking spots now for next year’s art, wine, and food fests
Dates, Music, & Camel Races: Date Festival Kicks off in Indio
Head to the annual Riverside County Fair for the signature shakes, galloping ostriches, and rides
Follow the Tasty Tri-Valley Ice Cream Trail
We all scream for the 14 stops on this foodie tour around the sunny East Bay
Raise a Glass at These California Wine Month Events
Celebrate International Cabernet Day today and California Wine Month all September long at these events
Toast Earth Day in California Wine Country
April is California Wines: Down to Earth Month