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California

4.1
Specialty Museums · Wineries & Vineyards · Beaches
The Golden State
The country's most populous state, California includes landscapes that range from the forested northern coast to harsh southern deserts. Sandwiched right in the middle of the state is a fertile valley, home to farms, vineyards, and orchards. California's cities offer diverse attractions, from amusement parks and upscale shops to award-winning restaurants and innovative art galleries. Outside the state's big urban centers, places to visit include some of the nation's most rugged national parks, ancient forests, towering mountain peaks, and ski resorts. More than just a surfing destination famous for its beaches and winding coastal roads, California also boasts one of the world's largest economies, bolstered by the booming tech industries. To personalize your trip to California, create itinerary details specific to you using our United States trip itinerary builder tool.
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    Top California tours

    FROM $73 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)
    4.3
    Duration: 5 hours
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    FROM $120 BOOK WITH VIATOR Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour
    4.3
    Duration: 6 hours
    Tours from $120 »
    FROM $149 BOOK WITH VIATOR Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco
    4.2
    Duration: 8 hours
    Tours from $149 »

    Places to visit in California

    San FranciscoTrip planner BEST FOR: Island, Bridge, Pier / Boardwalk Yosemite National ParkTrip planner BEST FOR: World heritage site, Geologic Formation, Hiking Trail Los AngelesTrip planner BEST FOR: Theme Park, Specialty Museum, Historic Walking Area San DiegoTrip planner BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Zoo, Beach AnaheimTrip planner BEST FOR: Disney Park / Activity, Ride / Activity, Room Escape Game

    Regions of California

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    Popular things to do in California

    Golden Gate Bridge ©
    Bridge
    Golden Gate Bridge
    San Francisco
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Alcatraz Island ©
    Island
    Alcatraz Island
    San Francisco
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    San Diego Zoo ©
    Zoo
    San Diego Zoo
    San Diego
    4.5
    Duration: 5 hours
    Buy tickets from $60 »
    Disneyland Park ©
    Disney Park / Activity
    Disneyland Park
    Anaheim
    4.2
    Duration: 5h 30 min

    Kid-friendly things to do in California

    Universal Studios Hollywood ©
    Theme Park
    Universal Studios Hollywood
    Los Angeles
    4.4
    Duration: 8 hours
    Buy tickets from $349 »
    The Getty Center ©
    Specialty Museum
    The Getty Center
    Los Angeles
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Balboa Park ©
    Playground
    Balboa Park
    San Diego
    4.8
    Duration: 4h 30 min
    Japanese Tea Garden ©
    Garden
    Japanese Tea Garden
    San Francisco
    4.1
    Duration: 1h 30 min

    Hidden gems in California

    Yosemite, Tunnel View ©
    Lookout
    Yosemite, Tunnel View
    Yosemite National Park
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Mariposa Grove ©
    Hiking Trail
    Mariposa Grove
    Yosemite National Park
    4.7
    Duration: 4 hours
    Vernal Fall ©
    Waterfall
    Vernal Fall
    Yosemite National Park
    4.8
    Duration: 1 hour
    Giant Forest ©
    Forest
    Giant Forest
    Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours

    Nature in California

    Half Dome ©
    Geologic Formation
    Half Dome
    Yosemite National Park
    4.8
    Duration: 4h 30 min
    Bridalveil Fall ©
    National Park
    Bridalveil Fall
    Yosemite National Park
    4.5
    Duration: 8 hours
    Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail ©
    Water Body
    Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail
    Yosemite National Park
    3.9
    Duration: 2 hours
    Taft Point ©
    Geologic Formation
    Taft Point
    Yosemite National Park
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours

    Trails in California

    Nevada Falls Loop ©
    Hiking Trail
    Nevada Falls Loop
    Yosemite National Park
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours
    Yosemite Valley Loop Trail ©
    Hiking Trail
    Yosemite Valley Loop Trail
    Yosemite National Park
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Wapama Falls at Hetch Hetchy ©
    Hiking Trail
    Wapama Falls at Hetch Hetchy
    Yosemite National Park
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Yosemite Valley Biking ©
    Biking Trail
    Yosemite Valley Biking
    Yosemite National Park
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Wineries in California

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    Wine Tour / Tasting
    Wine Tours & Tastings
    San Francisco
    4.8
    Duration: 8 hours
    ©
    Wine Tour / Tasting
    Wine Tours & Tastings
    Napa
    4.6
    Duration: 8 hours
    VGS Chateau Potelle ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    VGS Chateau Potelle
    St. Helena
    4.9
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Central Coast Food and Wine Tours ©
    Wine Tour / Tasting
    Central Coast Food and Wine Tours
    San Luis Obispo
    4.8
    Duration: 4 hours

    Featured attractions

    Iron Hub Winery ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Iron Hub Winery
    Plymouth
    4.4
    Duration: 1 hour
    Shinzen Japanese Garden ©
    Garden
    Shinzen Japanese Garden
    Fresno
    4.6
    Duration: 1 hour
    Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt ©
    Scavenger Hunt
    Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt
    Laguna Beach
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Pacifica Sailing Charters ©
    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Pacifica Sailing Charters
    San Diego
    5.0
    Duration: 3 hours

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