Things To Do
Things To Do
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
Browse Ideas
- Where to See Santa Monica’s Vibrant Art Scene
Where to See Santa Monica’s Vibrant Art Scene
From groundbreaking galleries to vibrant street art and live performances, creativity thrives in this coastal cultural hub
- Where to Shop in West Hollywood
Where to Shop in West Hollywood
Fashion and design converge at the dozens of boutiques in WeHo
- A Guide to Santa Monica Boulevard
A Guide to Santa Monica Boulevard
Travel this legendary Los Angeles road from the Pacific Ocean to Hollywood
- California Questionnaire: Rufus Wainwright
California Questionnaire: Rufus Wainwright
The gifted singer-songwriter finds a symphony of beauty and inspiration all around the Golden State
- May 2025 Events in California
May 2025 Events in California
Kick off your summer with wine tasting, classic cars, and quirky festivals
- So You Think You Know San Diego?
So You Think You Know San Diego?
Head beyond the beaches and brewpubs to discover a landscape dotted with culture, plus gardens, vineyards, and other hidden gems
- 9 California River Rafting Adventures
9 California River Rafting Adventures
Find whitewater rafting fun for all—from newbies to nerves-of-steel experts
- California Welcome Center - Santa Rosa
California Welcome Center - Santa Rosa
World-class food and wine, giant trees, and Peanuts
- April 2025 Events in California
April 2025 Events in California
Party in the desert, play in the snow, and enjoy a unique spring fruit
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in Monterey
5 Amazing Things to Do in Monterey
You’ll find plenty of adventure in this charming Central Coast town—including one epic aquarium
- Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Walk through the world’s largest stand of old-growth redwoods
- Avenue of the Giants
Avenue of the Giants
Drive this unforgettable route through towering redwoods
- 9 Ways to Celebrate California Surfing Day
9 Ways to Celebrate California Surfing Day
September 20 offers a mandate to catch a wave—or just embrace surf culture all along the coast
- 33 Amazing Free Things to Do in California
33 Amazing Free Things to Do in California
The Golden State offers plenty of bucket-list experiences, and you don’t have to spend a lot–or, sometimes, anything–to do many of them
- California Questionnaire: Gia Kim
California Questionnaire: Gia Kim
The ‘XO, Kitty’ star shares all the hugs-and-kisses-worthy things she adores about living in the Golden State
- 12 Reasons to Visit a California Welcome Center
12 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 County Craft Breweries
San Diego County Craft Breweries
The sunny south becomes a magnet for lovers of craft beer
- The High Sierra's Craft Breweries
The High Sierra's Craft Breweries
Après-ski or après-hike, chill out at high-country taprooms
- Shasta Cascade's Craft Breweries
Shasta Cascade's Craft Breweries
Hoist a mug to the Californian brewers who redefined the art of ale
- Orange County's Craft Breweries
Orange County's Craft Breweries
California’s latest beer destination: The O.C.