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Places To Visit
Places To Visit
From misty Northern California redwood forests to sun-kissed Southern California beaches, the enchanted Golden State makes Disneyland seem normal. Discover hundreds of places to visit, learn our diverse regions and lively cities all in one place.
Explore California's 12 Regions
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- San Diego County
- Central Coast
- Central Valley
- Inland Empire
- Deserts
- High Sierra
- North Coast
- Los Angeles County
- Orange County
- Shasta Cascade
- Gold Country
Explore California's Cities
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- Sonoma CountySonoma
- Los Angeles CountyBeverly Hills
- Santa Clara CountyMorgan Hill
- Santa Clara CountySanta Clara
- Orange CountyDana Point
- San Diego CountyDel Mar
- Tuolumne CountyGroveland
- Fresno CountyFresno
- Santa Barbara CountySanta Barbara
- San Francisco CountySan Francisco
- Nevada CountyTruckee
- Los Angeles CountyPasadena
- San Joaquin CountyStockton
- Ventura CountyVentura
- Riverside CountyTemecula
- Monterey CountyBig Sur
- Stanislaus CountyModesto
- Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles
- Los Angeles CountyTorrance
- Monterey CountyCarmel-by-the-Sea
Travel Videos
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California 101
Central Valley Road Trip
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Hotel Casa del Mar: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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La Quinta Resort & Club: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Wine Country Road Trip
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Shasta Cascade Road Trip
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The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip: Ventura + Santa Barbara
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Gold Country Road Trip
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California’s Highway One Road Trip
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Inland Empire’s Rim of the World Road Trip
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Auberge du Soleil: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Carneros Resort and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Cavallo Point: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Farmhouse Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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L'Horizon Hotel and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Parker Palm Springs: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Post Ranch Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Terranea: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Yosemite National Park
California Dream Eater
Epic Winter Road Trip: Lake Tahoe to Sacramento
Recommended Reading
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- October 2024 Events in CaliforniaCelebrate the season with wine tasting and music festivals, as well as scarecrow contests and even tarantula races
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in Big SurDiscover the ocean vistas, luxury inns, and eclectic vibe of this special California destination on the Central Coast
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State ParkHike through redwood forests to Big Sur River
- Highway 1’s Most Scenic StopsPull over along California’s classic road trip route—also known as the Pacific Coast Highway—for these essential spots
- California Questionnaire: Mayim BialikThe acclaimed actor doesn’t just play highly intelligent characters, she really is super-smart—as evidenced by her Golden State recommendations below
- Yosemite National ParkVisit a natural wonder framed by towering cliffs, polished granite, and free-leaping waterfalls
- Wawona & Mariposa GroveTime-travel to Yosemite's past
- Ahwahnee Winter EventsSpirited celebrations brighten the frosty months
- September 2024 Events in CaliforniaEase your way out of summer and into fall with festivals for stargazing, surfing, and beer
- Ways to Play in San FranciscoTurn your classic city tour into an exuberant adventure
- Outdoor Adventures in Santa BarbaraHike to waterfalls, go whale-watching, or bike from beach to beach in the American Riviera
- Explore Native American Culture in CaliforniaCultural centers and expansive natural areas provide a dynamic backdrop to learn more about the state’s 100-plus tribes
- Top Places for Whale Watching in CaliforniaSee a few amazing wonders of the sea first-hand
- 8 Family-Friendly Gold Rush AdventuresTake on whitewater rapids, pan for gold, and explore California history
- Orange County’s Best BeachesVisit these four idyllic, sun-drenched stretches of sand in Southern California
- 5 Amazing Things to Do at the Golden Gate BridgeSee San Francisco's most iconic structure from every angle—by foot, bicycle, boat, and more
- Best Beaches in Orange CountySurfing, swimming, people watching, or sun bathing—the OC has the perfect stretch of sand waiting for you.
- 16 Amazing California LakesSwim, waterski, wakeboard, paddle, fish, or go houseboating on the Golden State’s lakes
- Presidio Tunnel Tops Park Opens in San FranciscoLocated in the Presidio national park site, this stunning green space is the newest addition to your Bay Area bucket list
- 8 Perfect Places to See Fabulous Fall ColorsWhere to go to see leaves as autumn unfurls in California
Discover Places by Interests
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