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California is a land of breathtaking beauty and diverse landscapes, stretching from the Pacific Ocean to the Sierra Nevada mountains. Come experience the warmth of the Golden State spirit — where all dreams are welcome.
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Trip Inspiration
- July 2025 Events in CaliforniaMake summer memories while enjoying fairs, comic book culture, and craft beer
- Order Your Free 2025 California Road Trips Guide
Order Your Free 2025 California Road Trips Guide
Preview nine amazing road trips through first-person stories—plus an interview with Kristen Bell - How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
Honor America’s birthday in 2025 with fireworks, festivals, and gorgeous settings around the Golden State - Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial in California
Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial in California
Mark 100 years of The Mother Road with a California trip full of iconic stops and special events - 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 - What to Expect from Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Celebration
What to Expect from Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Celebration
Join the months-long party in Anaheim that includes new shows, a special song, and fun ways to play along - 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 - 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 - 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
Explore California's Cities
- San FranciscoSan Francisco County
San Francisco
- Los AngelesLos Angeles County
Los Angeles
- San DiegoSan Diego County
San Diego
- PasadenaLos Angeles County
Pasadena
- Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara County
Santa Barbara
- San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo
- Santa MonicaLos Angeles County
Santa Monica
- AnaheimOrange County
Anaheim
- MontereyMonterey County
Monterey
- Palm SpringsRiverside County
Palm Springs
- SonomaSonoma County
Sonoma
- SacramentoSacramento County
Sacramento
- MendocinoMendocino County
Mendocino
- NapaNapa County
Napa
- Santa CruzSanta Cruz County
Santa Cruz
- TemeculaRiverside County
Temecula
Explore Things To Do
- Theme Parks
Theme Parks
- California 101
California 101
- Food & Drink
Food & Drink
- Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Adventure
- Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture
- Wine
Wine
- Craft Beer & Breweries
Craft Beer & Breweries
- Beaches
Beaches
- Aquariums & Zoos
Aquariums & Zoos
- Camping
Camping
- Lakes & Rivers
Lakes & Rivers
- National Parks
National Parks
- Big Trees
Big Trees
Explore California's 12 Regions
- Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County
- Inland Empire
Inland Empire
- San Diego County
San Diego County
- Shasta Cascade
Shasta Cascade
- Central Coast
Central Coast
- Orange County
Orange County
- Deserts
Deserts
- Central Valley
Central Valley
- High Sierra
High Sierra
- Gold Country
Gold Country
- San Francisco Bay Area
San Francisco Bay Area
- North Coast
North Coast
California Now Travel Stories
Find Your Passion
- So You Think You Know Sacramento?
So You Think You Know Sacramento?
America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital is full of secrets and surprises—you just need to know where to look
- Ways to Play in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Ways to Play in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Experience all the superlatives—from the largest tree to the highest peak—at this duo of parks
- Ways to Play in San Francisco
Ways to Play in San Francisco
Turn your classic city tour into an exuberant adventure
- Ways to Play in San Diego
Ways to Play in San Diego
No matter how you define playtime, you’ll find it in this SoCal hub
- Ways to Play in Palm Springs
Ways to Play in Palm Springs
See how the desert comes to life from a tramway, within a palm oasis, or at a fabulous resort
- 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
- So You Think You Know Monterey County?
So You Think You Know Monterey County?
Check out these 15 lesser-known spots, including a Shakespeare showcase and a bar that serves 10-cent cocktails
- Ways to Play in Los Angeles
Ways to Play in Los Angeles
Bask in the glow of Hollywood, soak up culture, and make sure to have fun outside
- Ways to Play in Temecula Valley
Ways to Play in Temecula Valley
Relaxation here begins with wine tasting, spa days, hot-air balloon rides, and perhaps a round of golf
- So You Think You Know the Inland Empire?
So You Think You Know the Inland Empire?
From Temecula to Riverside to Big Bear Lake and beyond, this diverse region features plenty of hidden gems
- Ways to Play in Yurok Country
Ways to Play in Yurok Country
Gain new appreciation for the history and culture of these Native lands while also soaking up North Coast scenery
- Ways to Play in Joshua Tree National Park
Ways to Play in Joshua Tree National Park
Hike, climb, and soak up the magic of this unique desert park
- Ways to Play in Lake Tahoe
Ways to Play in Lake Tahoe
Find all-season fun on the lake and in the mountains
- Ways to Play in Newport Beach
Ways to Play in Newport Beach
Steer your own ship, see marine life, and sleep in a beachy cottage in this Orange County hub
- So You Think You Know Silicon Valley?
So You Think You Know Silicon Valley?
Here are a dozen ways to experience the hidden side of this dynamic South Bay region
Travel Videos
California 101
Yosemite National Park
Luxury Minute
The Resort at Pelican Hill: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
L'Horizon Hotel and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Mendocino County Road Trip
California 101
Gold Country Road Trip
California 101
Central Valley Road Trip
Luxury Minute
Hotel Casa del Mar: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
La Quinta Resort & Club: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Shasta Cascade Road Trip
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip: Ventura + Santa Barbara
California 101
Inland Empire’s Rim of the World Road Trip
Luxury Minute
Terranea: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
California’s Highway One Road Trip
Luxury Minute
Auberge du Soleil: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Carneros Resort and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Cavallo Point: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Farmhouse Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Parker Palm Springs: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Discover Events
- California State Fair
California State Fair
July 11–27, 2025
- Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley Music Festival
July 18–Aug. 3, 2025
- Comic-Con International
Comic-Con International
July 24–27, 2025
- U.S. Open of Surfing
U.S. Open of Surfing
July 26–August 3, 2025
- Outside Lands
Outside Lands
Aug. 8–10, 2025
- Gravenstein Apple Fair
Gravenstein Apple Fair
August 9–10, 2025
- Oogie Boogie Bash—A Disney Halloween Party
Oogie Boogie Bash—A Disney Halloween Party
Select dates in August, September, and October
- California Wine Month
California Wine Month
September 1–30, 2025
- Emmy Awards
Emmy Awards
September 14, 2025
- Terra Madre Americas Slow Food Festival
Terra Madre Americas Slow Food Festival
September 26–28, 2025
- Monterey Jazz Festival
Monterey Jazz Festival
September 26–28, 2025
- Kids Free San Diego
Kids Free San Diego
October 2025
- Mill Valley Film Festival
Mill Valley Film Festival
October 2–12, 2025
- California Avocado Festival
California Avocado Festival
October 3–5, 2025
- Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival
October 3–5, 2025
- Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
October 18–19, 2025
- Breeders' Cup
Breeders' Cup
October 31–November 1, 2025
- Bracebridge Dinners
Bracebridge Dinners
December 10, 14, 18, 22, 2025
- Rose Parade and Rose Bowl
Rose Parade and Rose Bowl
January 1, 2026
- Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
April 10–12, 19–21, 2026
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