Trip Planning
Trip Planning
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
Call Of The Coast
1 - 2 Days / 107 MilesHighway 1 Classic
4 - 7 Days / 587 MilesCentral Valley Foodie Road Trip
1 - 3 Days / 292 MilesCentral Coast Wine Tour
2 - 3 Days / 155 MilesPacific Coast Highway South
3 - 5 Days / 244 MilesSacramento Delta Tour
1 - 2 Days / 103 MilesMajestic, Magical Highway 1
4 - 7 Days / 517 MilesSan Diego Challenge Tour
4 - 5 Days / 245 MilesExploring Modoc County
1 - 3 Days / 464 MilesCanvassing California History
6 - 8 Days / 640 MilesDiscovering Death Valley
2 - 4 Days / 462 MilesWild North Coast
3 - 5 Days / 394 MilesNapa Valley's Silverado Trail
1 - 3 Days / 47 MilesCalifornia's Heartland
3 - 5 Days / 491 MilesQuirky Museums
2 - 4 Days / 153 MilesSan Luis Obispo to Ragged Point
1 - 2 Days / 60 MilesTioga Pass
1 - 3 Days / 84 MilesSan Francisco to Truckee
1 - 3 Days / 200 MilesGolden Chain Highway
2 - 3 Days / 130 MilesNational Park Adventures
4 - 6 Days / 309 Miles
Browse Ideas
March 2025 Events in California
Kick off your spring with whale watching, theme park festivals, and special beer and wine releases
February 2025 Events in California
Love is in the air with a statewide passion for wine, fairs, and flowering orchards
California Restaurants: An A to Z Guide
Explore this alphabetically arranged guide to California’s essential eateries
Where to See California Wildflowers Spring 2025
Northern California’s wet winter promises a blaze of colors; Southern California anticipates more rain
3 Travel Insiders Share Top Road-Trip Tips
Amber Mamian, Francesca Murray, and Henry Wu explored their immediate surroundings and found plenty to love
13 Reasons to Visit a California Welcome Center
You can score discounted tickets, obtain free guides, and secure local tips at these centers located throughout the Golden State
San Diego’s Top 12 Shopping Destinations
Got the shopping bug in San Diego County? Whether you’re looking for a bargain, luxury, or culture, there’s a spot for you
Guide to North County San Diego
Explore this region of San Diego County, which combines gorgeous beaches with excellent hotels, dining, and family attractions
Best Tips for a Dog-Friendly California Road Trip
Use these helpful tips and take your pet on your next adventure in the Golden State
Best San Diego Hotels for Every Type of Traveler
Stay at these spots for luxurious experiences, beach bliss, family fun, or wellness
The Best Spots to Catch a Sunset in San Diego
Is watching the sun dip down into the Pacific Ocean high on your to-do list? Check out these top sunset spots in San Diego County
Traveling to Los Angeles Right Now: Frequently Asked Questions
Here’s what you need to know about traveling to California and Los Angeles
Dining in Los Angeles
L.A. dishes out an exciting mix of splashy restaurants, international cuisines, and food trucks
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Explore dramatic sandstone bluffs and windswept beauty at San Diego’s largest nature reserve
The Hollywood Sign
The bright white aura of this iconic sign beams down onto Los Angeles from high in the Hollywood Hills
The Lost Boys Santa Cruz Tour
Visit the real-world locations that inspired the popular 1980s vampire movie
5 Amazing Things to Do in Hollywood
From the Walk of Fame to behind-the-scene tours, Hollywood is a true bucket-list destination
5 Amazing Things to Do in Santa Cruz
From beachside boardwalks to redwood forests to waves of surfers’ dreams, this iconic coastal community makes for an unforgettable trip
5 Amazing Things to Do in San Francisco
The City by the Bay packs an impressive amount of eclectic cultural charm into just 46 square miles
Check Out San Diego’s Must-See Attractions
Heading to America’s Finest City? You only have so much time to take it all in. Use this helpful list to make sure you check out San Diego’s must-see attractions.