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You’ll love exploring the Golden State from the mountains down to the forests and coastal ranges around the state
If you love taking road trips, visiting local, state and national parks or going off the beaten path, there’s plenty of it to explore in California. Or are you more into wine country or beach getaways or both, check them out on the landing page sections
Top Destinations
in California
There’s so much to do, see, eat and explore here in California. Check out our guides and best things to do posts to inspire you!
” The west coast areas of the state have all the cool beach communities, quirky towns, cliffside coastlines and other rugged places to discover along with chaparral country, wine country and fun places to explore.
The Central California region with Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur top the list. But there’s also national and state parks, amazing small towns and nature everywhere to explore around the central areas of the state.
Northern California with San Francisco, historic Sacramento and wine country draws visitors to enjoy the outdoors and lifestyle here with urban, country and forested areas to explore in the north.
Southern California is sun and fun with gorgeous coastlines and beaches, trendy towns to funky places to explore. There’s also the Eastern Sierras and amazing state and national parks that you must explore here”.
Day trips from San Diego
Discover the best 14 Day Trips from San Diego: Unforgettable Adventures Await! There are so many wonderful places to explore outside of the San Diego Metropolitan area and enjoy the outdoors, wine country, small towns and other attractions and California scenic...
Things to do at Carmel by the Sea
Experience the Best of Carmel by the Sea: Best 16 Things to Do and See! Carmel by the Sea is one of my favorite places to visit in Central California not just for it's European Charm, but the creative and art, great shopping, excellent foodie...
McWay waterfall at Big Sur
Discover the Majestic Beauty of McWay Waterfall in Big Sur One of the most Iconic spots to visit and photograph in Big Sur area is McWay waterfall. A visit to McWay falls is easy with a short trail hike to an observation area above the falls. The iconic Big Sur...
Purple sand beach Pfeiffer Beach
Unveiling the Enchanting Beauty of Pfeiffer Beach's Purple Sand: A Coastal Gem A beach with real purple sand you ask? Yes, it is rare and you can find the purple sand beach at Pfeiffer Beach at Big Sur. Not only is the beach sand unique but the...
Visit San-Carlos-Borromeo-de-Carmelo-mission
Visit Carmel Mission: Explore the Historic San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission This truly is one of my favorite missions of the California missions to visit that completely combines gorgeous gardens, beautiful architecture, a living museum and...
Big Sur Road trip
Unleash Your Wanderlust: Take the Ultimate Big Sur Road Trip! One of my favorite road trips in Central California goes through the coastline areas of Big Sur . Visiting the cliffs, beaches and vista points around Big Sure conjures all the best of doing a...
Point Loma lighthouse
Visit the Point Old Loma Lighthouse at the Cabrillo National Monument in San Diego Light House at the Point Loma at the Cabrillo National Monument is a wonderful place to visit and connect with Old San Diego history and the gorgeous landscape where the light house...
Cabrillo National Monument
A visit to Cabrillo National Monument in Southern California (updated) The High point at Point Loma is where the Cabrillo National Monument sits overlooking the massive harbor and San Diego laid out in panoramic view. This monument commemorates the Spaniard explorer,...
San Francisco Botanical Garden
San Francisco Botanical Garden: A Botanical Wonderland Blooming with Nature's Splendor As a garden lover, I do like visiting botanical and public gardens and the San Francisco Botanical garden is exceptional with so many zones of the word...
Dahlia Garden Golden Gate Park
Immerse Yourself in a pattern of Colors at Dahlia Dell in Golden Gate Park I love visiting the Dahlia garden when it comes into full bloom cycle starting July until late in October season at Golden Gate park, it's such a special little garden to enjoy and walk around...
A Look Inside fun, quirky & Cool
Check out these, fun unusual and quirky places to explore in California that will amuse and make you want to see more
California is filled with so many inspiring places to visit that are so unique and one of a kind. Check out these popular and some offbeat places to discover around the state that you want to explore soon!
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Northern California
San Francisco
Sonoma
Napa
Marin
Mendocino
Bay Area
Southern California
Los Angeles
San Diego
Palm Springs
Santa Barbara
San Luis Obispo
Eastern
California
Lake Tahoe
Mammoth Lakes
Yosemite
Gold Country
Central California
Monterey
Carmel
San Luis Obispo
Sacramento
Pismo Beach
Special Places, special spaces
Check out these cool topics to explore around the website for fun things to do and see around the state
Gardens, parks and amusements
Special gardens, monuments and cool places
Outdoor Adventures
Outdoor, recreation and adventure
Unique foods to eat
Markets, street food, specialty foods
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