Things To Do
Things To Do
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Road Trip Itineraries
Ghost Towns
3 - 6 Days / 770 MilesMovie Locations Tour
3 - 5 Days / 591 MilesTheme Park Thrills
6 - 8 Days / 165 MilesMajestic, Magical Highway 1
4 - 7 Days / 517 MilesSan Francisco Bay Loop
1 - 3 Days / 213 MilesSouthern California Taco Tour
2 - 3 Days / 176 MilesAmazing Desert Oddities
3 - 6 Days / 496 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 MilesSierra Adventure
5 - 8 Days / 697 MilesVolcanoes to the Sea
5 - 7 Days / 492 MilesGolden Chain Highway
2 - 3 Days / 130 MilesSan Luis Obispo to Ragged Point
1 - 2 Days / 60 MilesArchitecture Gems
3 - 5 Days / 296 MilesRock 'n' Roll Road Trip
3 - 4 Days / 235 MilesRim of the World Scenic Byway
1 - 3 Days / 64 MilesCraft Beer Road Trip
2 - 3 Days / 95 Miles
Browse Ideas
23 Amazing May Events in California
Start your summer with strawberries, craft beer fests, and big music festivals across the Golden State
Cool Outdoor California Ice Rinks
Skate around a winter wonderland with views of the mountains, beaches, or city skyline
Ideas for a Long Weekend in Napa Valley
Here’s what to see, do, eat, and drink on your trip to California Wine Country
Hearst Castle's Gorgeous Neptune Pool Refilled After Renovation
The iconic swimming pool is open again after a four-year renovation.
Shasta Cascade Family Travel Tips from No Back Home
Travel blogger Karilyn Owen shares highlights from her family’s trip to Kidifornia’s northern wilderness
Y Travel Blog Family Shares Kid-Friendly Adventures
Caz and Craig Makepeace found a mix of stunning wilderness and sunny relaxation in Southern California
What to Check Out at This Year’s Comic-Con
A quick guide to the new events, popular returning attractions, and the best places to eat at the 2018 convention in San Diego—with or without a badge
New Ideas for a Long Weekend in Napa Valley
Here’s what to see, do, eat, and drink on your next trip to California Wine Country
New York Times Celebrates Sacramento’s Rise
Here’s what to see, do, eat, and drink over a long weekend in California's capital city
6 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day in California
Volunteer, learn, or just party at these festivities to honor the third rock from the sun
California Tops 2018 James Beard Nominees List
Put these San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Wine Country restaurants on your bucket list for 2018
What to See at Fashion Week El Paseo
The annual Palm Desert event offers couture, people-watching, and even fun with your dog
A Few Tickets Are Still Left for the All-Star Chef Classic
Taste the wares of Jose Andres, Richard Blais, Michael Mina, and more at the downtown L.A. feast
Follow Photographer Tiffany Nguyen’s Beach and Mountain Getaway
Track the adventure photographer as she documents the Instagram-worthy moments from around the Golden State
10 California Malls Bring the Party for Year of the Dog
These destination shopping centers celebrate Lunar New Year through much of February
Santa Barbara International Film Festival Kicks Off
Now in healing mode, this coastal city is ready for its close-up
Pliny the Younger Mania Begins February 2 in Santa Rosa
Russian River Brewing Company's acclaimed triple IPA is only available for two weeks every February—and beer fans are all over it
Mario Lopez Is Extremely Proud to Represent California
The TV host and actor adorns the cover of the California Visitor's Guide—and has plenty of travel recommendations for you
Here's What's New at 9 California Theme Parks
Check out Lunar New Year parties, Pixar Fest, and the Peanuts Celebration—all before the new coasters start debuting
Film Fans Will Cherish a Road Trip Down California's Highway 395
From Mount Whitney to Death Valley to Bodie and beyond, this stretch of road feels like one massive movie set.