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.

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Hearst Castle

Cayucos Pier

Oceano Dunes

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

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Beaches

Biking

Fishing

Golfing

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  • Bella Vino’s

    Bella Vino’s

    Morro Bay
    Overlooking the entire Embarcadero in Morro Bay, we are passionate about enjoying wine in a warm and friendly atmosphere. 
  • Avila Beach Activity Map Stewardship Travel Logo

    Avila Beach Activity Map

    Avila Beach
    On those rare days when it's gray and gloomy anywhere else, count on the clouds to part and the sun to shine down on glorious Avila Beach
  • PierFront Wine & Brew

    PierFront Wine & Brew

    Avila Beach
    Come by and enjoy a glass of wine, a cold beer, bubbly and an appetizer on PierFront wine & brew's oceanfront patio. 
  • Zocker

    Zocker

    San Luis Obispo
    There's not much Grüner Veltliner planted in the U.S.  It's not very well known, and most domestic vintners don't know much about how to grow and make it.  
  • Talley Vineyards

    Talley Vineyards

    Arroyo Grande
    The goal is to produce distinctive wines of consistently high quality that best express the unique character of each of the Talley family's six vineyard sites in the two valleys
  • Piedra Creek Winery

    Piedra Creek Winery

    San Luis Obispo
    Piedra Creek started off as the smallest bonded winery in the Edna Valley in 1984, producing only 400 cases of Chardonnay.
  • Alapay Cellars

    Alapay Cellars

    Avila Beach
    Meaning "above the world" or " heavenly" in Chumash, this winery focuses on the experience of wine tasting, making it fun and enjoyable for anyone.
  • Saucelito Canyon Vineyard

    Saucelito Canyon Vineyard

    San Luis Obispo
    The Saucelito Canyon story begins in 1880, when three acres of Zinfandel vines were planted in the rugged terrain of the upper Arroyo Grande Valley on California's Central Coast.
  • Claiborne & Churchill

    Claiborne & Churchill

    San Luis Obispo
    Bring a picnic lunch and savor these wines while enjoying the lovely mountain and vineyard views. 
  • Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards

    Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards

    San Luis Obispo
    With a fun and relaxed, laid-back atmosphere, this quaint family-owned winery focuses on superb quality rather than quantity.
  • Stephen Ross Wine Cellars

    Stephen Ross Wine Cellars

    San Luis Obispo
    Stephen Ross Dooley founded his artisanal winery Stephen Ross in 1994. He believes quality is everything and that starts in the vineyard.
  • Tangent

    Tangent

    San Luis Obispo
    Offering fresh, crisp, and vibrant wines of pure varietal character, Tangent is the first California winery to focus solely on  alternative white wines.
  • Kynsi Winery

    Kynsi Winery

    Arroyo Grande
    Kynsi is a family owned and operated winery producing distinctive wines from their Estate Stone Corral Vineyard, along with other select cool growing coastal vineyards. 
  • Tolosa Winery

    Tolosa Winery

    San Luis Obispo
    Tolosa's sustainably farmed vineyards are located between Santa Barbara and Paso Robles, in the coastal hills of San Luis Obispo. 
  • Sinor La-Vallee

    Sinor La-Vallee

    Avila Beach
    Pinot Noir is what we do, and it has been at the heart of our winemaking lives for more than a decade on California’s Central Coast.
  • Wolff Vineyards

    Wolff Vineyards

    San Luis Obispo
    Wolff Vineyards offers their guests a picturesque view of the mountains and fields which complements a perfect day trip from the city to enjoy a picnic and a good bottle of their various wines.
  • Baileyana

    Baileyana

    San Luis Obispo
    At Baileyana, our renowned Burgundian winemaker Christian Roguenant has created supple, distinctive wines of wonderful complexity.
  • Chamisal Vineyards

    Chamisal Vineyards

    San Luis Obispo
    Being the first vineyard planted in the Edna Valley, Chamisal Vineyards focuses on producing wines that embody the region's natural characteristics to create a bold and intriguing product.