Though we love San Francisco, there’s nothing wrong with a weekend getaway! Find some of our favorite nearby destinations, day trips, and hidden gems that are just a quick trip outside of the city.
Lassen Volcanic National Park is one of the most geologically unique and visually striking national parks in California, renowned for its fascinating hydrothermal features and dramatic volcanic landscapes. The park's c...
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is a spectacular park often called the "crown jewel of the California State Park System." From nature lovers and photographers to hikers and SCUBA enthusiasts, visitors come from all o...
Hakone Estate and Gardens is preparing to welcome guests to its 4th annual Toro Nagashi, a traditional Japanese lantern floating ceremony where participants release candle-lit lanterns into the garden's koi pond to hono...
Smithsonian Magazine recently named Pacific Grove, California, one of the United States' best small towns to visit in 2025. From the town's overwintering sanctuary to the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the...
Ferndale, California is home to an exceptional collection of Victorian architecture dating back to the 19th century, much of which is so extraordinarily well preserved that walking down Main Street feels like a trip bac...
In the late 19th century, California's distinctive style of Victorian architecture flourished during the and later population booms. In cities like San Francisco, Victorian homes continue to be an enduring symbol of pr...
Grass Valley, California is a historic town in the Sierra Nevada Foothills, known for its picturesque mountain setting and fascinating 19th-century history. As one of the richest gold mining towns in state history, Gra...
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is one of California's most quintessential attractions, with a history dating back to 1907 and a timeless legacy that continues to endure. From the rush of the 100-year-old to the taste o...
Wilder Ranch State Park is a 7,000-acre ranch from the late 19th century, now converted into a and nature preserve. It’s one of those lesser-known in California that is revered by locals, best experienced via a peacef...
John Steinbeck's 1945 novel Cannery Row made Monterey's actual Cannery Row neighborhood famous worldwide. While today's Cannery Row is known for the Monterey Bay Aquarium, fantastic , and eclectic boutiques and shops, S...