Things To Do

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.

Featured Attractions

Hearst Castle

Cayucos Pier

Oceano Dunes

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

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Best Things to Do

Arts & Culture

Beaches

Biking

Fishing

Golfing

Hiking

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  • San Simeon Surfing

    San Simeon Surfing

    San Simeon
    San Simeon is reliable and popular in the spring among local surfers, with wide beach breaks and chest-high swells.
  • Cambria Sea Life

    Cambria Sea Life

    San Simeon
    San Luis Obispo County has an abundance of sea life throughout the coastal towns including elephant seals, sea otters, starfish, and many unique fish.
  • San Simeon Wind Sports

    San Simeon Wind Sports

    San Simeon
    The winds around San Simeon beaches offer an excellent chance to take part in wind sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding.
  • Cambria Kayaking/Boating

    Cambria Kayaking/Boating

    San Simeon
    Shamel Park in Cambria to the Cayucos Pier is a fun tour that meanders down the uncrowded North Coast.
  • Los Osos Sea Life

    Los Osos Sea Life

    Los Osos
    San Luis Obispo County has an abundance of sea life throughout the coastal towns including elephant seals, sea otters, starfish, sharks, hundreds of unique fish and let's not forget whale watching and sport fishing.
  • Lost Isle Adventures

    Lost Isle Adventures

    Morro Bay
    Lost Isle Adventures, located in beautiful Morro Bay, hosts cruises that showcase the incredible beauty of the Bay. 
  • Cayucos Sea Life

    Cayucos Sea Life

    Cayucos
    San Luis Obispo County has an abundance of sea life throughout the coastal towns including elephant seals, sea otters, starfish, and many unique fish.
  • Rock Kayak Co.

    Rock Kayak Co.

    Morro Bay
    Rock Kayak, Co. offers a safe, natural and healthy adventure on the water; where you can rent your own kayak and adventure alone with family or with friends. 
  • Oceano Wind Sports

    Oceano Wind Sports

    Oceano
    The winds around Oceano and surrounding beaches offer an excellent chance to take part in wind sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding. 
  • Central Coast Aquarium Stewardship Travel Logo

    Central Coast Aquarium

    Avila Beach
    The mission of the Central Coast Aquarium is to cultivate a community dedicated to ocean stewardship. 
  • Cambria Hikes

    Cambria Hikes

    Cambria
    When it comes to Cambria hiking trails, you’ll find deep pine forests, coastal bluffs, and famous boardwalks - find moonstones and hidden treasures.
  • Hiking in Cayucos

    Hiking in Cayucos

    Cayucos
    Sweeping coastal views and a temperate climate make hiking the trails in and around Cayucos a must-do. Ready to hit the trail?
  • Heron Rookery

    Heron Rookery

    Morro Bay
    The Great Blue Herons and the Great and Snowy Egrets roost all year at the Rookery, located near the entrance of the Central Coast Natural History Museum. 
  • Kayak Horizons

    Kayak Horizons

    Morro Bay
    First timers to seasoned paddlers, we get you outfitted and exploring the 15 miles of protected waters in the beautiful Morro Bay Estuary/Bird Sanctuary.
  • Surfing Cayucos

    Surfing Cayucos

    Cayucos
    The Cayucos Pier is a decent spot for beginners, and it's great for families who want the quintessential surf town experience that is quiet, uncrowded and laid back.
  • Avila Beach Hiking Stewardship Travel Logo

    Avila Beach Hiking

    Avila Beach
    A trekker’s paradise, Avila Beach boasts a wide variety of hikes and trails, from challenging to casual.
  • Oceano Surfing

    Oceano Surfing

    Oceano
    Whether you're a pro or just starting out, we have the perfect weather and the right wave for you to ride into shore.
  • Surfing Avila Beach

    Surfing Avila Beach

    Avila Beach
    Our Central Coast beach towns offer waves suitable for surfing, kite surfing, windsurfing and boogie boarding.