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
- Inland Empire
Inland Empire
- Central Coast
Central Coast
- Deserts
Deserts
- Shasta Cascade
Shasta Cascade
- North Coast
North Coast
- High Sierra
High Sierra
- Gold Country
Gold Country
- Orange County
Orange County
- Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County
- Central Valley
Central Valley
Explore California's Cities
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- Newport BeachOrange County
Newport Beach
- Laguna BeachOrange County
Laguna Beach
- CarlsbadSan Diego County
Carlsbad
- Agoura HillsLos Angeles County
Agoura Hills
- Beverly HillsLos Angeles County
Beverly Hills
- GlendaleLos Angeles County
Glendale
- Hermosa BeachLos Angeles County
Hermosa Beach
- HollywoodLos Angeles County
Hollywood
- North HollywoodLos Angeles County
North Hollywood
- LancasterLos Angeles County
Lancaster
- Long BeachLos Angeles County
Long Beach
- Los AngelesLos Angeles County
Los Angeles
- PalmdaleLos Angeles County
Palmdale
- PasadenaLos Angeles County
Pasadena
- Redondo BeachLos Angeles County
Redondo Beach
- BurbankLos Angeles County
Burbank
- Catalina IslandLos Angeles County
Catalina Island
- ClaremontLos Angeles County
Claremont
- TorranceLos Angeles County
Torrance
- San PedroLos Angeles County
San Pedro
Travel Videos
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Pendry San Diego: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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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
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Mendocino County Road Trip
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Gold Country Road Trip
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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
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Shasta Cascade Road Trip
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip: Ventura + Santa Barbara
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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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Cavallo Point: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Farmhouse Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Parker Palm Springs: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Post Ranch Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Recommended Reading
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- The Best Family Vacation Spots in California
The Best Family Vacation Spots in California
Find family-friendly adventures across California, from beaches to theme parks - 5 Family Vacations Your Kids Will Love
5 Family Vacations Your Kids Will Love
Book a dream getaway for your whole crew to one of these awesome California destinations - 11 Tips for California Family Vacations
11 Tips for California Family Vacations
Plan your Golden State trip with these family-friendly travel hacks - Family Road Trip: Gold Country and South Lake Tahoe
Family Road Trip: Gold Country and South Lake Tahoe
Play and learn on this five-day itinerary that includes snow sports and Gold Rush history - Family Road Trip: Santa Rosa, San Francisco, and Carmel-by-the-Sea
Family Road Trip: Santa Rosa, San Francisco, and Carmel-by-the-Sea
This six-day trip will wow the kids with iconic sights, wildlife, and hidden gems - Family Road Trip: Newport Beach and San Diego
Family Road Trip: Newport Beach and San Diego
This four-day itinerary includes two theme parks, beach time, and plenty of tasty bites - Family Road Trip: San Luis Obispo to Buena Park
Family Road Trip: San Luis Obispo to Buena Park
This five-day trip from the Central Coast to Orange County includes beaches, whale watching, and a little kid–friendly theme park - Things to Do in Pinnacles National Park
Things to Do in Pinnacles National Park
Mix a little adventure into your National Park experience with these five ideas - 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 - Things to Do in Death Valley National Park
Things to Do in Death Valley National Park
Experience the famous extremes of Death Valley National Park, home to the lowest point in North America - Things to Do in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Things to Do in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
See the biggest tree in the world, climb to spectacular views, and go caving as you discover the best of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks - How to Spend a Perfect Day in Palm Springs
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Palm Springs
Explore new heights, plunge into a glittering pool, and wrap yourself in Native American culture in this SoCal city - Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park
Frolic among sand dunes, marvel at multi-hued badlands and marble-walled canyons, and stand on the western hemisphere’s lowest spot - Things to Do in Joshua Tree National Park
Things to Do in Joshua Tree National Park
A haven for artists, hipster transplants, and the ascent-obsessed, this national park has an allure all its own - 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 - 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 - 20 Unique California Events
20 Unique California Events
These regional celebrations show a quirky, diverse side of the Golden State - SponsoredBest Western Stays for Northern California Road Trips
Best Western Stays for Northern California Road Trips
Explore the best of Northern California with easy lodgings along the wayBest Western Stays for Northern California Road Trips
- Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
Visit in spring for breathtaking displays of California’s state flower - March 2026 Events in California
March 2026 Events in California
Start your spring with whale watching and theme park debuts
Discover Places by Interests
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