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California Independent Travel Guide (2025): Top Things to Do, Popular Attractions, Itinerary Planning, Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Weather, and More - Everything You Need to Know (Updated May, 2025) | Trip.com
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What to Do
Looking for things to do in California? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Discover the most popular places to stay in California, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Popular Types of Attractions in California
Cultural institutions | Museums | Specialty exhibition halls | Science & technology museums | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Mountain climbing | Historical attractions | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Exhibitions | Leisure activities | Spa/massage | Farms and pastures | Camping · Campsites | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Sightseeing bus | Night view | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Cycling | Hiking | Parks | Amusement parks | Water parks | Water sports | Rafting
Popular Attractions in California
Universal Studios Hollywood | Disneyland Park California | Santa Monica State Beach | Fisherman's Wharf | California Academy of Sciences | Alcatraz Island | USS Midway Museum | Port of San Diego | SeaWorld San Diego | Linkin Park <From Zero> Concert World Tour | Winchester Mystery House | Apple Infinite Loop | Linkin Park <From Zero> Concert World Tour | Old Sacramento Waterfront | California State Capitol Museum | Disneyland Park California | Disneyland Resort California | Disney California Adventure Park | Fisherman's Wharf | Alcatraz Island | Lombard Street | Disneyland Park California | Disneyland Resort California | Disney California Adventure Park | Fresno Chaffee Zoo | Regal Manchester Stadium 16 | The Big Fresno Fair | Universal Studios Hollywood | Griffith Observatory | Griffith Park
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Popular Restaurants in California
Saison | Perch | Providence | LAZY BEAR | Californios | The Little Door | Love & Salt | Musso & Frank Grill | Water Grill | Benu | Drago Centro | LA Prime | Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse | True Food Kitchen | Atelier Crenn | The Daily Grill | SunCafe Organic | Catch LA | Jar | A Food Affair | ACQUERELLO | Marouch Restaurant | The Factory Kitchen | Fuego - Maya Hotel | Son and Garden | Nobu Los Angeles | Home Restaurant (Los Feliz) | Yazawa | SUSHI GINZA ONODERA | n/naka
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Popular Trip Moments
San Francisco on a Budget: Fog, Views, and Free Fun by the Bay | Yosemite on a Budget: Big Views, Small Spend | ✨ California Route 1 - This little town just went to the next level ✨ | 🛳️ Exploring San Diego's Naval History! | 👑 Royal Princess Cruise: A Regal Escape Fit for (Instagram) Royalty 🌊 | "Carnival Firenze: The Ship That’s Basically Italy (But With More Gelato)" 🍝🍦🚢 | "Carnival Panorama: The Ship That’s Basically a West Coast Fiesta (With Unlimited Tacos)" 🌮🌊🎉 | "Carnival Luminosa: The Ship That’s Like a European Vacation (With Unlimited Gelato)" 🍝🍦🌍 | ☕ Sur Coffee, San Diego's hip coffee spot! | 🌮 Lola 55 Tacos & Cocktails, San Diego's hip taco spot! | 💡 LA The Getty Museum Tips, Complete Visit Guide! | 🌊Malibu Beach, the perfect getaway in LA! | 📷 Melrose Photo Spots: Pink Wall & Pink’s Hotdog, LA’s Instagram-worthy spots! | 🍸 West Hollywood Bar Lis, LA's chic rooftop bar! | 🥾 Hollywood Sign Hiking Trail, Get Up Close to the Icon of LA! | 🚉 How to get from LAX Airport to Union Station, fast and easy! | 🌳 The Getty Garden, a harmony of art and nature! | Norwegian Bliss: The Ship That’s Basically a Floating Vegas Resort 🎰🌅🚢 | California Highway 1 Road Trip Itinerary: Bucket List Series | Navigator of the Seas 🧭: A Solo Traveler’s Bold & Breezy Escape! | Glendale: Urban Charm Unleashed | Hakone Gardens: A Springtime Escape in Saratoga | [California, USA] Land of Dreams🎡✨ Disney California Adventure Park | Los Angeles Travel Guide - DIY | Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens, a tranquil retreat in Los Angeles. | 🌳 Lake Hollywood Park, healing with the Hollywood Sign! | A must-see on your trip to LA: “LACMA,” a treasure trove of art and culture! | Los Angeles Pastoral Short Stories Hotel: Short Stories | May Day Reverse Travel: 4 Lesser-Known Cities with Beautiful Scenery and Fewer Crowds | Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles' treasure trove of fashionable murals 🇺🇸
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