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 Francisco Bay Area
- San Diego County
San Diego County
- Inland Empire
Inland Empire
- Central Coast
Central Coast
- Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County
- Deserts
Deserts
- High Sierra
High Sierra
- North Coast
North Coast
- Gold Country
Gold Country
- Central Valley
Central Valley
- Shasta Cascade
Shasta Cascade
- Orange County
Orange County
Explore California's Cities
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- South Lake Tahoe
El Dorado CountySouth Lake Tahoe
- West Hollywood
Los Angeles CountyWest Hollywood
- Pacifica
San Mateo CountyPacifica
- Bakersfield
Kern CountyBakersfield
- Walnut Creek
Contra Costa CountyWalnut Creek
- Jamestown
Tuolumne CountyJamestown
- Big Sur
Monterey CountyBig Sur
- Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz CountySanta Cruz
- Long Beach
Los Angeles CountyLong Beach
- Mendocino
Mendocino CountyMendocino
- Clovis
Fresno CountyClovis
- Paso Robles
San Luis Obispo CountyPaso Robles
- Chico
Butte CountyChico
- Oroville
Butte CountyOroville
- Mammoth Lakes
Mono CountyMammoth Lakes
- Berkeley
Alameda CountyBerkeley
- Folsom
Sacramento CountyFolsom
- San Simeon
San Luis Obispo CountySan Simeon
- Los Angeles
Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles
- Ventura
Ventura CountyVentura
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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Auberge du Soleil: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Carneros Resort and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Recommended Reading
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- Find Road Trip Inspiration via the California Now Podcast
Find Road Trip Inspiration via the California Now Podcast
Join host Soterios Johnson as he uncovers the best ways to motor around the Golden State - Two Podcasters Compare Notes on Exploring California
Two Podcasters Compare Notes on Exploring California
Emma Gannon and Soterios Johnson come from totally different worlds but they are aligned on the merits of California travel - Beyond the Match: 5 Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area
Beyond the Match: 5 Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area
Turn your soccer trip into a true California vacation with easy day trips and weekend escapes - June 2026 Events in California
June 2026 Events in California
Embrace summer with wine festivals, classic fairs, and live music - Here’s How to Experience Bioluminescence in California
Here’s How to Experience Bioluminescence in California
Finding that fascinating blue glow in the Pacific Ocean isn’t easy, but it can be done - Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 28 Hours in Orange County
Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 28 Hours in Orange County
Follow this itinerary for 28 hours of farm stands, fireworks, and fun - How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
Honor America’s birthday in 2026 with fireworks, fairs, and epic scenery - July 2026 Events in California
July 2026 Events in California
Make summer memories while enjoying fairs, comic book culture, and craft beer - 2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
Add a little extra sunshine to your vacation with hotel and theme park discounts - The Best Spots to Catch a Sunset in San Diego
The Best Spots to Catch a Sunset in San Diego
Is watching the sun dip down into the Pacific Ocean high on your to-do list? Check out these top sunset spots in San Diego County - 20 Unique California Events
20 Unique California Events
These regional celebrations show a quirky, diverse side of the Golden State - How to Enjoy California’s Parks and Public Lands
How to Enjoy California’s Parks and Public Lands
Follow a few sustainable travel tips to help make the most of these Golden State assets - Highway 1’s Most Scenic Stops
Highway 1’s Most Scenic Stops
Take in the beauty—aka the Pacific Coast Highway—at these essential locations - Beyond the Match: 5 Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles
Beyond the Match: 5 Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles
Extend your soccer trip with these ideas for exploring beaches, theme parks, and more from Los Angeles - Working California Ranches You Can Visit
Working California Ranches You Can Visit
Step into 250 years of history at working ranches offering tastings, rides, and wide-open landscapes - Regenerative Travel Experiences in California
Regenerative Travel Experiences in California
Support the planet on your next trip to the Golden State with these environmentally friendly destinations and attractions - Russian Gulch State Park
Russian Gulch State Park
Hike along coastal bluffs and photograph a graceful historic bridge framing a postcard-perfect slice of Mendocino coast - Where to Celebrate and Commemorate Juneteenth 2026 in California
Where to Celebrate and Commemorate Juneteenth 2026 in California
Honor the historic independence from slavery in the United States with joyous celebrations across the Golden State - 11 Incredible California Beaches
11 Incredible California Beaches
Secluded, action-packed, or classic—there's a California beach for every mood - 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
Discover Places by Interests
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