California’s northeast corner—sometimes referred to as "Upstate California"—is an outdoor-lover’s paradise, with scenic volcanoes, hushed forests,… California’s heartland offers up one of the state’s ...

Tunnel through an ancient old-growth forest on this 31-mile drive through Humboldt Redwoods State Park, where 300-foot-plus redwoods eclipse the sun. Get even closer to these behemoths with an easy ...

California’s attractions are designed for everyone to enjoy, including neurodivergent travelers and individuals with autism or sensory-processing sensitivities. As you plan your trip, keep an eye out ...

The seeds of what later became the premier botanical garden in California were first planted in the late 1800s, but doors to the gardens and the historic Arboretum didn’t open until 1940. Over the ...

It may have begun as one couple’s small collection of postwar and contemporary art, but The Broad is now a treasure trove of more than 2,000 pieces, housed in an architectural stunner in downtown Los ...

At Turtle Bay Exploration Park, hands-on learning is woven throughout the 300-acre campus, where interactive exhibits and outdoor experiences bring the region’s natural and cultural history to life.

Family vacations are for making great memories—and the best moments often come from fun surprises and unexpected places. On your next trip with the kids, add one of these family-friendly activities to ...

When it was first built in the late 1920s, the Crystal Pier in San Diego’s Pacific Beach neighborhood offered a classic amusement park setting above the water. Imagine a rainbow of flashing arcade ...

From misty Northern California redwood forests to sun-kissed Southern California beaches, the enchanted Golden State makes Disneyland seem normal. Discover hundreds of places to visit, learn our ...

Lombard Street in San Francisco is one of the most well-known streets on the entire West Coast, but basic name recognition can be as far as many visitors’ knowledge goes. Often, questions such as “Why ...

Whether you’re an amateur botanist, a backyard gardener, or even just a curious kid, you should make a beeline to California’s incredibly diverse botanic gardens. These protected oases are often ...

With gorgeous Southern California landscapes, beautiful gardens, and eclectic dining, this Ventura County city is an appealing destination close to Los Angeles ...