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

Activities

Best Things to Do

Arts & Culture

Beaches

Biking

Fishing

Golfing

Hiking

Shopping

Surfing

Wildlife Viewing

Farmer’s Markets

Spas & Wellness

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  • Shopping ~ East Village

    Shopping ~ East Village

    Cambria
    Cambria's East Village area is not to be missed. Filled with galleries and boutiques, this quaint section of town is worth an afternoon.
  • Shopping ~ West Village

    Shopping ~ West Village

    Cambria
    Cambria's West Village area is filled with one-of-a-kind shops, galleries and restaurants.
  • Sojourn Healing Arts Spa

    Sojourn Healing Arts Spa

    Cambria
    We provide the highest quality massage, facials and body treatments in a very relaxing and healing environment.
  • Spellbound Herbs Gift Shop & Garden

    Spellbound Herbs Gift Shop & Garden

    Cambria
    Hardly changed since it was built as a homestead in the 1870s, the beautiful wooden building that is now the home of Spellbound Herbs Gift Shop & Garden is one of the oldest in Cambria's historic East Village.
  • Stepladder Creamery

    Stepladder Creamery

    Cambria
    As a farmstead creamery, they raise goats on the farm and make cheese from their milk, allowing them to manage every aspect of the cheese production.
  • Stolo Family Winery

    Stolo Family Winery

    Cambria
    Just minutes from Main Street in downtown Cambria, two miles up scenic Santa Rosa Creek Road, visitors find a restored farmhouse that sits at the base of a sun-kissed nine-acre vineyard.
  • Strawberry Canyon Trail

    Strawberry Canyon Trail

    Cambria
    The Strawberry Canyon trail is a large loop.  It is a secluded trail where you walk among towering pines.
  • Therapy by the Sea

    Therapy by the Sea

    Cambria
    We invite you to relax, rejuvenate, and revitalize your body and spirit at our unique day spa. 
  • Toast Tours

    Toast Tours

    Paso Robles
    An exciting, fun filled full-day experience making the most of your time in California’s stunning Central Coast.
  • Verde of Cambria

    Verde of Cambria

    Cambria
    Nature Inspired Boutique focusing on comfort and relaxation, whimsical decor and over 40 organic herbal teas with samples of the day.
  • Visions of Nature Gallery

    Visions of Nature Gallery

    Cambria
    I offer a wide selection of nature photos from all over the USA.
  • Walk Back in Time: Cambria Museum & Historic Buildings Self-Guided Walking Tour Stewardship Travel Logo

    Walk Back in Time: Cambria Museum & Historic Buildings Self-Guided Walking Tour

    Cambria
    Visitors and locals alike enjoy the self-guided walking tour that visits 26 historic structures throughout the small and welcoming town.
  • Washburn Campground Trails

    Washburn Campground Trails

    Cambria
    A 3.3 mile trail runs through parts of the San Simeon Natural Preserve and the Washburn Campground.
  • Wildheart Coastal Adventures

    Wildheart Coastal Adventures

    Los Osos
    Customized Hiking Adventure Tours Each exclusive hiking trip – be it an introduction to Big Sur or an exploration of Montana de Oro State Park – treats the participant to unparalleled vistas, varied flora and fauna, and an appreciation for the interconnectedness of all we encounter.
  • Wine: Taste

    Wine: Taste

    Cambria
    Join us in exploring the world of unique foods and wine - an increasingly global lifestyle.