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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
- High Sierra
- Central Coast
- Central Valley
- Inland Empire
- Deserts
- North Coast
- Los Angeles County
- Orange County
- Shasta Cascade
- Gold Country
Explore California's Cities
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- Fresno CountyFresno
- Madera CountyBass Lake
- Santa Clara CountyMorgan Hill
- Sonoma CountySonoma
- Los Angeles CountyBeverly Hills
- Santa Clara CountySanta Clara
- Orange CountyDana Point
- San Diego CountyDel Mar
- Tuolumne CountyGroveland
- 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
Travel Videos
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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
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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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Yosemite National Park
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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
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Epic Winter Road Trip: Lake Tahoe to Sacramento
Recommended Reading
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- 11 Tips for California Family VacationsPlan your Golden State trip with these family-friendly travel hacks
- Follow the Tasty Tri-Valley Ice Cream TrailWe all scream for the 14 stops on this foodie tour around the sunny East Bay
- Renoda Campbell Puts Area’s Top Spots in FocusThe San Luis Obispo wedding photographer puts positive energy into the world—including a collection of essential experiences in the region
- Lourdes Ramos-Rivas Reveals Her Local FavoritesThe president and CEO of the Museum of Latin American Art raves about Long Beach’s sense of community and diverse offerings
- Know Before You Go: Redwood National & State Parks
- Know Before You Go: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
- Know Before You Go: Pinnacles National Park
- Know Before You Go: Point Reyes National SeashoreThis coastal preserve an hour north of San Francisco offers dramatic scenery, elephant seals, and a stunning cypress tree tunnel
- California Questionnaire: Steve GuttenbergThe longtime Golden State resident takes full advantage of the beautiful towns and attractions dotting the coast
- Fall 2024 Deals in CaliforniaScore free hotel nights, gift cards, spa treatments and more when you know where to book
- California Questionnaire: Bobby BerkThe hardworking designer loves his California lifestyle—including the myriad shopping experiences
- Old Town San DiegoSoak up the city’s Spanish and Mexican history with a visit to Old Town’s fascinating museums, festive cantinas, and colorful shops
- Outdoor Adventures in San FranciscoSurrounded on three sides by water and home to more than 3,400 acres of open space, this city has ample opportunity for fresh-air fun
- 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
- 8 Perfect Places to See Fabulous Fall ColorsWhere to go to see leaves as autumn unfurls in California
- Visit These Locations from “Let’s Play”The new Visit California commercial showcases different ways to play outdoors around the state
- 2019's Stunning Holiday Lights DisplaysMarvel at these huge installations, twinkling boat parades, and a record-breaking Christmas tree
- 2018 Holiday Gift Guide: 26 California-Inspired PresentsWe’ve got something for everyone on your list, from techies to style mavens to epicureans and more
- 2021 Only-in-California Holiday Gift GuideFind something for everyone on your list with this collection of Golden State gifts from every region of the state
- 2021 Made-in-California Holiday Gift IdeasFrom hand-dyed shoes to Oprah's favorite hot sauce, our Golden State gift guide is full of unexpected delights
Discover Places by Interests
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