California Day Trips

Central Coast Day Trips


Morro Bay is located along the coast of California, midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. The harbor has many restaurants with views of the famous Morro Rock. A short drive from here takes you to Hearst Castle.
Avila Beach a popular beach destination for central coast locals. After a massive oil spill clean up in the 1990s the town has undergone a major reconstruction. Shops line Front street and cater to tourists and residents.
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden The Garden's Mission Dam was named a State Historic Landmark. With an emphasis on plants native to California the garden provides a rewarding experience.
Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara - For years the wharf served the passenger and freight shipping needs of Santa Barbara. Today the wharf is a mix of unique restaurants and quality merchants
Arroyo Grande Ocean sports, fresh water fun at Lopez Lake, hiking, wine tasting, fine dining, golfing, lodging and shopping are all part of the unique experience in the Arroyo Grande area. Nearby Pismo Beach.
Santa Cruz A progressive town known for its surf history. best known for being one of the best spots in the world for surfing, and is home to O'Neill Wetsuits. The Boardwalk is California’s oldest amusement park.
Paso Robles and Atascadero - You can see how olive oil is made or learn how to drive a stagecoach. Stroll through a lush vineyard or soak in the mineral baths. Visiting here is like a trip back in time.
Fort Hunter Liggett The military installation is rich in history including Mission San Antonio De Padua and the historic Hacienda a building created by William Hearst. Located on the military pos, you will need ID.t
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden - Display the diverse plant life of the Mediterranean climate zones of the world.150 acres between San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay at El Chorro Regional Park.
New Brighton State Beach - The beach is in the town of Capitola, south of Santa Cruz. During the summer months New Brighton is one of the most popular places to California beach camping destinations.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center Visit an ocean science laboratory. Explore exhibit halls, aquarium, touch tank, Ocean Discovery Shop, and unsurpassed vistas of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
   

Central Coast Hotels
Best Western Beach Resort
San Simeon Pines
Cliff's Resort pismo beach
Experience the charm of Solvang in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley
Embarcadero Inn
Best Western Beach Resort Monterey located directly on Del Monte Beach. 176 rooms
San Simeon Pines the only hotel on Moonstone Beach. Real wood burning fireplaces.
The Cliffs Resort perched atop bluffs overlooking Pismo Beach along the California coast.
King Frederik Inn Experience the charm of Solvang in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley
Embarcadero Inn on the waterfront at Morro Bay. Hearst Castle is only a 45 minute drive.
 
 
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