Places To Visit
From misty Northern California redwood forests to sun-kissed Southern California beaches, the enchanted Golden State makes Disneyland seem normal. Discover hundreds of places to visit, learn our diverse regions and lively cities all in one place.
Explore California's 12 Regions
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- San Diego County
- San Francisco Bay Area
San Francisco Bay Area
- Central Valley
Central Valley
- Shasta Cascade
Shasta Cascade
- Gold Country
Gold Country
- North Coast
North Coast
- Central Coast
Central Coast
- Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County
- High Sierra
High Sierra
- Deserts
Deserts
- Inland Empire
Inland Empire
- Orange County
Orange County
Explore California's Cities
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- McCloud
Siskiyou CountyMcCloud
- Clovis
Fresno CountyClovis
- Gilroy
Santa Clara CountyGilroy
- Oceanside
San Diego CountyOceanside
- Idyllwild
Riverside CountyIdyllwild
- Twentynine Palms
San Bernardino CountyTwentynine Palms
- Capitola
Santa Cruz CountyCapitola
- Dunsmuir
Siskiyou CountyDunsmuir
- Mt. Shasta
Siskiyou CountyMt. Shasta
- Mt. Shasta City
Siskiyou CountyMt. Shasta City
- Sutter Creek
Amador CountySutter Creek
- Half Moon Bay
San Mateo CountyHalf Moon Bay
- Agoura Hills
Los Angeles CountyAgoura Hills
- Beverly Hills
Los Angeles CountyBeverly Hills
- Culver City
Los Angeles CountyCulver City
- Long Beach
Los Angeles CountyLong Beach
- Los Angeles
Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles
- Malibu
Los Angeles CountyMalibu
- Manhattan Beach
Los Angeles CountyManhattan Beach
- Marina del Rey
Los Angeles CountyMarina del Rey
Travel Videos
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California 101
Inland Empire’s Rim of the World Road Trip
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Parker Palm Springs: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Cavallo Point: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Gold Country Road Trip
California 101
Shasta Cascade Road Trip
California 101
Gateways to Yosemite: 5 Amazing Things
California 101
Mendocino County Road Trip
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Pendry San Diego: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Yosemite National Park
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The Resort at Pelican Hill: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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L'Horizon Hotel and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Central Valley Road Trip
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Hotel Casa del Mar: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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La Quinta Resort & Club: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip: Ventura + Santa Barbara
California 101
California’s Highway One Road Trip
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Terranea: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Auberge du Soleil: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Carneros Resort and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Recommended Reading
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- Marin County
Marin County
Explore the panoramic peaks and hidden beaches of Marin County - Belmont Park
Belmont Park
Enjoy rides, arcade games, and old-style fun next to a classic San Diego beach - 11 Eco-Friendly California Destinations
11 Eco-Friendly California Destinations
Trying to plan a sustainable trip to the Golden State? These deserving destinations are all worthy choices - Tuolumne County
Tuolumne County
Gold Rush history, foothill wine, and a backdoor into Yosemite - Discover 7 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets
Discover 7 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets
From a volcano to stargazing skies, seven spots off the beaten path - 10 Amazing Coastal Preserves
10 Amazing Coastal Preserves
From tide pools to elephant seals, 10 wild stretches of coast - Road Trip: California’s Historic Highway 49
Road Trip: California’s Historic Highway 49
Gold Rush towns, hilltop wineries, and cozy inns along Highway 49 - Ready, Set, RV: Exploring California’s Great Outdoors
Ready, Set, RV: Exploring California’s Great Outdoors
Tips on RV rentals, scenic routes, and the best California campgrounds - Beginner’s Guide to California Camping
Beginner’s Guide to California Camping
Tips on tent camping, RV rentals, glamping, and booking a site - 12 Awesome Surfing Spots
12 Awesome Surfing Spots
From Windansea Beach in La Jolla to Half Moon Bay’s Mavericks to a state-of-the-art wave machine in the Central Valley, California is blessed with some truly epic waves - Plan Your Trip: Joshua Tree National Park
Plan Your Trip: Joshua Tree National Park
- North Coast Festivals
North Coast Festivals
Celebrate the seasonal bounty and quirky art-fueled character of the North Coast - 15 Great Winter Deals in California
15 Great Winter Deals in California
Make the most of specials for skiing, California Restaurant Month, and spa time - Top Food, Beer, and Wine Festivals
Top Food, Beer, and Wine Festivals
Every month offers delicious events for local crops, talented chefs, and great beer and wine - April 2026 Events in California
April 2026 Events in California
Party in the desert, take a scenic bike ride, and enjoy a unique spring fruit - Haunted Spots in California
Haunted Spots in California
From spirit-filled ships to ghostly caverns, here are 14 of the most haunted places across the state - Hilmar Cheese Company
Hilmar Cheese Company
Learn how to make cheese at this “little secret” in the Central Valley - Eat Your Way Through California’s Heartland
Eat Your Way Through California’s Heartland
Taste the best of the state’s farm-to-table cuisine during January’s California Restaurant Month - 14 Outdoor Adventures Under the California Sun
14 Outdoor Adventures Under the California Sun
From Encinitas to Catalina to Monterey, there are plenty of sun-kissed experiences awaiting you in the Golden State - 5 World-Class Natural Sites in California
5 World-Class Natural Sites in California
Celebrate Earth Day by visiting one of these globally significant natural areas
Discover Places by Interests
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