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Your ultimate guide to the best things to do along the iconic Highway 1. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the California coast, from the grandeur of Hearst Castle to lazy beach-side hamlets. Discover hidden gems, encounter diverse wildlife, and indulge in the region’s vibrant art and culture. Let this comprehensive resource be your compass for an unforgettable road trip adventure.

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Couple dining, Avila Beach
Best Restaurants & Dining in Avila Beach

Avila Beach

With sunshine, surf, sand, and salty air, Avila Beach feels a lot like a perfect, tucked-away paradise. Sweeten the deal…

Ember Restaurant Arroyo Grande
Best Restaurants in Arroyo Grande and Edna Valley

Arroyo Grande

Discover a diverse range of dining experiences in Arroyo Grande and Edna Valley to suit every mood, preference and budget.…

High Street Deli Los Osos
Best Restaurants in Los Osos – Baywood Park

Los Osos

Los Osos – Baywood might be one of the smaller towns along Highway 1, but it’s easily the most diverse…

Old Juans Cantina Dining
Best Restaurants in Oceano and Nipomo

Oceano

On the menu here, you’ll find culinary treasures specific to the Central Coast like Santa Maria Style BBQ, tri-tip and…

Ragged Point Inn Dining
Best Restaurants in San Simeon and Ragged Point

San Simeon

Restaurants in San Simeon combine fresh Central Coast ingredients with locally-caught seafood, stunning Pacific Ocean views and a diverse array…

Spreafico Arroyo Grande Wedding
Best Weddings in Wine Country

Edna Valley

Wine country weddings are scenic, memorable and incredibly romantic. Thanks to year-round sunny weather and an array of unique venues…

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Biking Ragged Point and San Simeon

San Simeon

The stretch of Highway 1 between Ragged Point and San Simeon offers some of the most sought-after cycling in the…

Biking the Bob Jones Trail
Bob Jones Bike Trail (Avila Beach)

San Luis Obispo

The Bob Jones Trail is the "City to the Sea" bike trail

Cambria Scarecrow Festival
Cambria Scarecrow Festival

Cambria

The annual Scarecrow Festival includes plenty of fall festivities, including a trail of handmade scarecrows displayed throughout the town’s East…

Cambria Spa and Wellness Experiences

Cambria

Anyone who has been to Cambria will tell you: this is a healing, calming, and nurturing place. With miles of…

Leffingwell Landing in Cambria
Cambria State Park And Marine Protected Area

Cambria

On Cambria’s northern edge, Leffingwell Landing begs visitors to sit and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The park offers BBQ pits,…

Carrizo Plain Wildflower Super Bloom
Carrizo Plain Superbloom: Best Time to Visit and Where to See Wildflowers

Santa Margarita

Experience the Carrizo Plain superbloom, a rare and vivid wildflower event that transforms the California Valley into rolling fields of…

Cayucos Landing Exterior
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Cayucos Landing (formerly Cayucos Veterans Hall)

Cayucos

Step into downtown Cayucos and you’ll find a beautifully restored 1870s landmark that’s just come back to life—weathered redwood siding…

Cayucos Pier on Cayucos Beach

Cayucos

The Cayucos pier was constructed in 1872 by Captain James Cass, the founder of Cayucos, and was then rebuilt and…

Cayucos Pier
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Cayucos State Parks and Beaches

Cayucos

Sunshine, shoreline, surf and even starfish — these are just a few treasures to be found in Cayucos State Beaches…

Coastal Discovery Center Tour
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Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

San Simeon

Located on beautiful San Simeon Bay, the Coastal Discovery Center celebrates the connection between land and seas.

Sycamore Mineral Springs Massage Avila
Day Spa and Massage in Avila Beach

Avila Beach

Health and wellbeing have been hallmarks of Avila Beach since the 19th century, when hopeful oil drillers discovered natural hot…

Day Spa and Wellness in Cayucos

Cayucos

Day spa and wellness opportunities abound in Cayucos, where many modes of relaxation unfold steps away from the Cayucos Pier…

Highway 1 Dream Drive
Day Trips on Highway 1

Various

Welcome to California’s quintessential coastal journey, where Highway 1 unfurls an enviable collection of seaside escapes perfect for day trips…

Cayucos Pier Aerial
Downtown Cayucos

Cayucos

The quaint downtown of Cayucos boasts field-to-table restaurants, antique stores, public art and cafes ― all just steps from the…

Los Osos Golf Sea Pines
Downtown Los Osos & Baywood

Los Osos

Tucked into the southern side of Morro Bay, Los Osos and Baywood Park might just be the coolest beach towns…

Vineyards, Edna Valley
Edna Valley Wineries

San Luis Obispo

With 2,000 acres of vines and 27 wine tasting rooms among golden rolling hills, the Edna Valley makes for a…

Elephant Seals of San Simeon
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Elephant Seals of San Simeon

San Simeon

Find Elephant Seals on the beach, just off Highway 1. The rookery is easily accessible, free, and open to the…

Cayucos Estero Bluffs
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Estero Bluffs State Park

Cayucos

The majestic Estero Bluffs State Park allows visitors to explore the landscape and beaches on the northern end of Cayucos.

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