Things To Do
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Road Trip Itineraries
From Hollywood to the Desert
5 - 6 Days / 368 MilesDiscovering the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley
6 - 6 Days / 570 MilesSan Francisco Bay Area Tour
6 - 6 Days / 322 MilesNorth Coast Redwoods, Seascapes, and Wine Tasting
8 - 9 Days / 669 MilesVolcanoes to the Sea
5 - 7 Days / 492 MilesSierra Adventure
5 - 8 Days / 697 MilesSouthern California Taco Tour
2 - 3 Days / 176 MilesCentral Valley Foodie Road Trip
1 - 3 Days / 292 MilesTheme Park Thrills
6 - 8 Days / 165 MilesMovie Locations Tour
3 - 5 Days / 591 MilesAmazing Desert Oddities
3 - 6 Days / 496 MilesMajestic, Magical Highway 1
4 - 7 Days / 517 MilesGhost Towns
3 - 6 Days / 770 MilesSan Francisco Bay Loop
1 - 3 Days / 213 MilesCalifornia's Military History
4 - 6 Days / 638 MilesRoute 66
2 - 3 Days / 215 MilesFamily Learning Adventure
3 - 6 Days / 352 MilesHighway 1 Classic
4 - 7 Days / 587 MilesPacific Coast Highway South
3 - 5 Days / 244 MilesWild North Coast
3 - 5 Days / 394 Miles
Browse Ideas
California Delta
A boater’s and fisherman’s paradise awaits
Birch Aquarium
Learn about the Pacific’s undersea world
15 Gift-Worthy California Experiences
Give the gift of a good time with these exciting tours, activities, and tastings around the Golden State
2024 Black Friday Hotel Deals in California
Enjoy big discounts and perks for getaways during the holiday season and well into 2025
The Ultimate Made-in-California Gift Guide
Neon cowboy hats, hand-harvested caviar, and heritage sheep throws. Explore our list of unique gifts, all made in the Golden State.
20-Plus Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 in California
Ring in 2025 from a downtown hotel, a mountain top, a theme park—or even a quiet beach
California Questionnaire: Fortune Feimster
The charismatic comedian shares why she’s seriously in love with California’s culture, beaches, and wine country
Know Before You Go: Disneyland Resort
A starter guide to exploring the theme parks at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, including California Adventure, live shows, events, and other attractions.
5 Remarkable California Trees
The Golden State’s first works of art may have been these amazing trees
Treebones Resort
Cuddle up in a cozy Mongolian-style yurt perched on a Big Sur bluff
The Best Vegan Restaurants in San Diego
From sushi to happy hour, there’s a plant-based dish for every craving in California’s second-largest city
Twin Peaks Boasts an Incredible View of San Francisco
The popular San Francisco park is centrally located, free to all visitors, and definitely worth a visit
Seasonal Events at LEGOLAND California
Giant LEGO bricks, festive decor, and sweet treats at the theme park in Carlsbad
California Questionnaire: Idina Menzel
The powerhouse performer shares her favorite places around her adopted home state—including the redwoods of Northern California
10 Amazing Gifts Created by Native Americans
From exceptional hazy brews to award-winning clothing, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts from Native American makers
6 Snow-Savvy Reasons to Ski Midweek This Winter
Bolster your budget and dodge the snow crush by hitting the slopes Monday to Friday
California Backcountry Snow Adventures
Try these creative winter adventure options away from the slopes
5 Ski Runs with Stunning Views
Where to take in the best of California’s mountain majesty
12 Awesome California Snow Adventures
Ski resorts in Golden State can boast of sunny days and snowy peaks, but that’s only the beginning
Family Snow Adventures
From winter tubing to snowshoeing and ice-skating, here’s where to find kid-friendly activities off the slopes