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From the epic grandeur of Big Sur to the scenic Santa Barbara coastline nicknamed “the American Riviera,” this region of picturesque hamlets, jagged sea cliffs, and rolling wine country has long mesmerized visitors with dreamlike beauty. A drive along Highway 1 is an absolute must—be sure to leave time for stops at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Hearst Castle, and a San Luis Obispo County beach town or two. Cowboy culture still permeates Paso Robles and environs, and so does the low-key wine scene. Discover hidden gems in the Santa Ynez Valley, Ventura County, and pretty much everywhere else.
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- How to Spend a Perfect Weekend on the Central Coast
How to Spend a Perfect Weekend on the Central Coast
Nature, history, and culinary delights converge in the beach towns of San Luis Obispo County, also known as SLO CAL - 5 Central Coast Boutique Properties
5 Central Coast Boutique Properties
These former roadside motels and hotels have transformed into trendy stays - Exploring San Luis Obispo County
Exploring San Luis Obispo County
Unwind with great wine, historic architecture, and amazing tunes in this laid-back Central Coast destination - Sensorio Paso Robles
Sensorio Paso Robles
Stroll through a "Field of Light" in California's Central Coast wine country at this outdoor art installation - Central Coast Wine Country
Central Coast Wine Country
Miles of coastline, sunny hills, relaxing wineries - Beaches in San Luis Obispo County
Beaches in San Luis Obispo County
Play, hike, and soak up scenery on the beaches of San Luis Obispo County—also known as SLO CAL—in Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, Cambria, and Cayucos - Central Coast Wine Tour
Central Coast Wine Tour
- Craft Breweries of the Central Coast
Craft Breweries of the Central Coast
Where to find the best local beer in San Luis Obispo and other Central Coast locations
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- Central Coast Tourism Council
Central Coast Tourism Council
- Visit Santa Barbara
Visit Santa Barbara
- Visit Ventura
Visit Ventura
- Visit SLO CAL
Visit SLO CAL
- Ventura County Coast
Ventura County Coast
- Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Visit San Luis Obispo
Visit San Luis Obispo
- Travel Paso Robles
Travel Paso Robles
- Visit Carmel-by-the-Sea
Visit Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce
Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce
- Visit San Benito County
Visit San Benito County
- Visit Oxnard
Visit Oxnard
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- CambriaSan Luis Obispo County
Cambria
- CamarilloVentura County
Camarillo
- San SimeonSan Luis Obispo County
San Simeon
- Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara County
Santa Barbara
- Carmel-by-the-SeaMonterey County
Carmel-by-the-Sea
- VenturaVentura County
Ventura
- MontereyMonterey County
Monterey
- MontecitoSanta Barbara County
Montecito
- Paso RoblesSan Luis Obispo County
Paso Robles
- Pismo BeachSan Luis Obispo County
Pismo Beach
- SolvangSanta Barbara County
Solvang
- AtascaderoSan Luis Obispo County
Atascadero
- BuelltonSanta Barbara County
Buellton
- Los AlamosSanta Barbara County
Los Alamos
- Los OlivosSanta Barbara County
Los Olivos
- Thousand OaksVentura County
Thousand Oaks
- GoletaSanta Barbara County
Goleta
- Pacific GroveMonterey County
Pacific Grove
- Santa YnezSanta Barbara County
Santa Ynez
- OjaiVentura County
Ojai
Things to do
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Events in this Region
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- Pebble Beach Food & Wine
Pebble Beach Food & Wine
April 9–12, 2025
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- Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle
Once the home of William Randolph Hearst, this stunning hilltop estate along the Central Coast is a marvel of opulence and engineering
- Ventura County
Ventura County
Absorb the relaxed vibe of this classic California destination on the coast
- Central Coast Wine Country
Central Coast Wine Country
Miles of coastline, sunny hills, relaxing wineries
- San Luis Obispo Farmers' Market
San Luis Obispo Farmers' Market
A college town morphs into a pop-up party on Thursday nights
- Arroyo Burro Beach
Arroyo Burro Beach
Live like a local at this popular and friendly waterfront gem
- Firestone Walker Brewing Co.
Firestone Walker Brewing Co.
European craft meets California innovation in the Central Coast
- Zaca Mesa Winery
Zaca Mesa Winery
Let the kids yell “checkmate” north of Santa Barbara
- Golfing in Monterey and Carmel
Golfing in Monterey and Carmel
Play along the ocean or in sunny wine country
- Cannery Row
Cannery Row
Visit shops and eateries wrapped in Steinbeck history, as well as a world-class aquarium
- State Street
State Street
Follow winding walkways to shops, fountains, and food
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