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California independent travel guide (2025): top things to do, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated November 2025) | Trip.com
About California
Recommended trip: 5–10 day(s)
Recommended trip: 5–10 day(s)
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Things to do in California
What to do
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Universal Studios Hollywood
4.8
/5
7,320 Reviews
Night Attractions
Disneyland Park California
4.7
/5
1,908 Reviews
Amusement parks
Disneyland Resort California
4.3
/5
9 Reviews
USS Midway Museum
4.8
/5
1,560 Reviews
Museums
Port of San Diego
4.7
/5
248 Reviews
Boat tour
Disney California Adventure Park
4.7
/5
486 Reviews
Amusement parks
Night view
SeaWorld San Diego
4.6
/5
728 Reviews
Amusement parks
Griffith Observatory
4.7
/5
560 Reviews
Planetariums
Night view
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
4.6
/5
161 Reviews
Museums
Science & technology museums
Crypto.com Arena
4.8
/5
147 Reviews
Performances
Santa Monica State Beach
4.6
/5
590 Reviews
Beaches and shores
Night view
Fisherman's Wharf
4.4
/5
1,588 Reviews
Night view
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in California, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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InterContinental - Los Angeles Downtown
4.4
/5
598 Reviews
Moxy Downtown Los Angeles
4.1
/5
105 Reviews
Maple Tree Inn
4.5
/5
132 Reviews
Park James
4.4
/5
104 Reviews
Parkwest Bicycle Casino
4.4
/5
107 Reviews
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.6
/5
192 Reviews
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport
4.1
/5
728 Reviews
Kawada Hotel
4.3
/5
212 Reviews
Corporate Inn Sunnyvale - All-Suite Hotel
4.2
/5
121 Reviews
The Wayfarer San Diego
4.3
/5
115 Reviews
Downtown Los Angeles Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
4.4
/5
111 Reviews
The Ameswell Hotel
4.5
/5
131 Reviews
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top California dishes and foodie spots.
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Quince
4.8
/5
23 Reviews
Western-style
Historical architecture
Avg. S$472/person
Z & Y Restaurant
4.7
/5
54 Reviews
Szechuan Cuisine
Avg. S$31/person
R & G Lounge
4.7
/5
107 Reviews
Cantonese Cuisine
Celebrity style
Avg. S$53/person
The Boiling Crab
4.7
/5
52 Reviews
Seafood
Avg. S$26/person
SPQR
4.5
/5
11 Reviews
Western-style
Brunch
Avg. S$113/person
Marlowe
4.8
/5
14 Reviews
Western-style
Brunch
Avg. S$93/person
In-N-Out Burger
4.0
/5
52 Reviews
Fast Food
Open Late
Avg. S$19/person
Philippe The Original
5.0
/5
14 Reviews
Fast Food
Brunch
Avg. S$15/person
Anchor Oyster Bar
4.8
/5
15 Reviews
Seafood
Avg. S$66/person
Sichuan Impression
4.5
/5
9 Reviews
Szechuan Cuisine
Avg. S$46/person
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5.0
/5
11 Reviews
Asian Cuisine
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4.2
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Avg. S$106/person
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Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
9.1
/5
116 Reviews
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
9.2
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106 Reviews
The Peninsula Beverly Hills
8.9
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110 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
8.2
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128 Reviews
Conrad Los Angeles
9.3
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195 Reviews
Pendry San Diego
9.0
/5
105 Reviews
InterContinental San Diego
8.3
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65 Reviews
Regent Santa Monica Beach
9.8
/5
45 Reviews
La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club
8.8
/5
80 Reviews
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Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort
8.9
/5
44 Reviews
Montage Laguna Beach
9.0
/5
85 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Napa Valley
8.5
/5
48 Reviews
The Resort at Pelican Hill
9.3
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110 Reviews
Omni la Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
8.0
/5
102 Reviews
La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
8.6
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Lodge at Pebble Beach
8.6
/5
31 Reviews
Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club
9.2
/5
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Beach Village at the Del, Lxr Hotels & Resorts
8.8
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Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
8.7
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123 Reviews
Malibu Beach Inn
9.3
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45 Reviews
Ojai Valley Inn
9.3
/5
100 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
9.2
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81 Reviews
Hotel Californian
9.0
/5
97 Reviews
Hotel Drisco
9.8
/5
50 Reviews
L Ermitage Beverly Hills
9.5
/5
120 Reviews
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel
9.6
/5
49 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
8.8
/5
97 Reviews
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Pasea Hotel and Spa
8.9
/5
102 Reviews
Disneyland Hotel
9.0
/5
134 Reviews
Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach
8.8
/5
104 Reviews
Hotel Yountville
9.4
/5
98 Reviews
Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite
9.2
/5
103 Reviews
Napa Valley Lodge
9.1
/5
107 Reviews
Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection
9.4
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73 Reviews
Palihouse Santa Barbara
9.3
/5
102 Reviews
The Ranch at Laguna Beach
9.2
/5
99 Reviews
The Lodge at Bodega Bay
9.4
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Archer Hotel Napa
9.3
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Villa Mara Carmel
9.8
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Science & technology museums
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Natural scenery
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Mountain climbing
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Historical attractions
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Spa/massage
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Exhibitions & events
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Performances
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Concerts
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Exhibitions
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Sightseeing tours
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Night view
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Sightseeing bus
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Mountain climbing
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Cycling
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Hiking
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Parks
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Rafting
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Popular Attractions in California
Universal Studios Hollywood
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Griffith Observatory
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USS Midway Museum
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California Academy of Sciences
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Alcatraz Island
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Universal Studios Hollywood
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Griffith Observatory
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The Getty
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
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Palm Canyon Drive
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Indian Canyons
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Monterey Bay Aquarium
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Aquarium of the Pacific
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