Things To Do
Explore by Interest
- Food & Drink
- Theme Parks
Theme Parks
- Shopping
Shopping
- Wine
Wine
- LGBTQ+ Travel
LGBTQ+ Travel
- Craft Beer & Breweries
Craft Beer & Breweries
- Accessible Travel
Accessible Travel
- Luxury Experiences
Luxury Experiences
- Aquariums & Zoos
Aquariums & Zoos
- Skiing & Snowboarding
Skiing & Snowboarding
- Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture
- Family Fun
Family Fun
- Performing Arts
Performing Arts
- Sports
Sports
- Surfing
Surfing
- National Parks
National Parks
- State Parks
State Parks
- Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Adventure
- Beaches
Beaches
- California Questionnaire
California Questionnaire
Road Trip Itineraries
- Road to Vegas1 - 2 Days, 8 Stops, 317 MilesVenice Beach to Mojave National Preserve
- The Fun Zone: Los Angeles, Disneyland, and Mountains4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 268 MilesLong Beach to Downtown Los Angeles
- Majestic, Magical Highway 14 - 7 Days, 11 Stops, 517 MilesSan Francisco to Dana Point
- Call Of The Coast1 - 2 Days, 7 Stops, 107 MilesLighthouse Field State Beach to Big Sur
- Pacific Coast Highway South3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 244 MilesSanta Barbara to San Diego
- Coasters to Waves6 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 206 MilesAnaheim to Dana Point
- California Dreaming5 - 6 Days, 8 Stops, 366 MilesLos Angeles Tour to Los Olivos
- Ultimate Playground Tour6 - 7 Days, 12 Stops, 1629 MilesGolden Gate Bridge, San Francisco to Crystal Pier, San Diego County
- Santa Monica to San Luis Obispo2 - 3 Days, 10 Stops, 211 MilesSanta Monica to San Luis Obispo
- San Diego Challenge Tour4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 245 MilesSan Diego to El Cajon
- Highway 1 Classic4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 587 MilesSan Diego to San Francisco
- Central Coast Cruise5 - 6 Days, 9 Stops, 310 MilesPismo Beach to San Luis Obispo
- Top Surfing Spots4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 616 MilesWindansea Beach, La Jolla to Mavericks, Half Moon Bay
- Route 662 - 3 Days, 8 Stops, 215 MilesSanta Monica to Mojave National Preserve
- California's Military History4 - 6 Days, 13 Stops, 638 MilesUSS Midway Museum to Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial
- Central Coast Wine Tour2 - 3 Days, 8 Stops, 155 MilesSanta Barbara to Paso Robles
- Wine Country Ramble3 - 4 Days, 9 Stops, 97 MilesSanta Rosa to Geyserville
- Family Learning Adventure3 - 6 Days, 12 Stops, 352 MilesExploratorium, San Francisco to Fresno Chaffee Zoo
- Hidden Beaches3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 453 MilesTrinidad to Wilder Ranch State Park
- San Francisco Bay Loop1 - 3 Days, 13 Stops, 213 MilesGolden Gate Bridge to San Francisco
Browse Ideas
- Halloween 2025 Events in California
Halloween 2025 Events in California
Discover a ghoulishly good time with this guide to the most exciting and eerie Halloween events happening across California this spooky season
- 15 Amazing and Affordable Towns in California You May Not Know
15 Amazing and Affordable Towns in California You May Not Know
From the mountains to the sea—and the desert in between—these towns offer wallet-friendly accommodations, activities, and plenty of adventure
- 11 Iconic Movie Bars You Can Actually Visit in California
11 Iconic Movie Bars You Can Actually Visit in California
Have your happy hour in a café, cantina, or lounge that starred in a famous film
- November 2025 Events in California
November 2025 Events in California
Enjoy one last autumnal hurrah this month, or start your winter fun early
- October 2025 Events in California
October 2025 Events in California
Celebrate autumn with wine festivals, tarantula races, and freebies for families
- 5 Amazing Things to Do at LEGOLAND California
5 Amazing Things to Do at LEGOLAND California
Let your kids’ sense of wonder unfold at this imaginative theme park inspired by LEGO bricks
- 5 Awesome Family Attractions in and Around the Bay Area
5 Awesome Family Attractions in and Around the Bay Area
Monet Hambrick shares some of her favorite experiences in San Jose, Monterey, and San Francisco
- 6 Relaxing Desert Spas
6 Relaxing Desert Spas
These idyllic oases provide soothing treatments and dreamy digs
- Mountain High
Mountain High
Go skiing or snowboarding at this resort, within easy reach from L.A.
- China Peak
China Peak
Easy access makes this a snow-season favorite
- California’s Most Haunted Hotels
California’s Most Haunted Hotels
Encounter a few friendly ghosts, or even celebrity spirits, during your next overnight stay
- Neighborhood Guide: Palm Springs
Neighborhood Guide: Palm Springs
What to see, do, and eat in downtown Palm Springs
- So You Think You Know Los Angeles?
So You Think You Know Los Angeles?
Go beyond the familiar to discover shops, restaurants, and natural landscapes you never knew existed
- California Questionnaire: How Jeff Probst Survives (and Thrives) In California
California Questionnaire: How Jeff Probst Survives (and Thrives) In California
The ‘Survivor’ host has tallied his votes and can reveal his favorite spots in the Golden State in the California Questionnaire
- 14 Surprising Ways to Tour Wine Country
14 Surprising Ways to Tour Wine Country
Experience one of California’s most beautiful regions via an offbeat mode of exploration
- California Questionnaire: Aly & AJ Sing a Love Song to the Golden State
California Questionnaire: Aly & AJ Sing a Love Song to the Golden State
The sister act shares their love of the San Fernando Valley, Laurel Canyon, and beyond
- California Questionnaire: Where Phil Rosenthal Eats in California
California Questionnaire: Where Phil Rosenthal Eats in California
The producer and traveling foodie can’t get his fill of Golden State wonders
- What’s New at California Theme Parks This Summer
What’s New at California Theme Parks This Summer
Kick off your summer with new attractions, big celebrations, and money-saving deals at theme parks across the state
- How to Splurge or Save in Temecula
How to Splurge or Save in Temecula
Highfliers and budget-savvy sippers alike can indulge in SoCal’s wine country
- Travel Accessibility in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Travel Accessibility in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Plan your trip while making the most of the Golden State’s inclusive options