California Ultimate Guide Map +300 Places
California Ultimate Guide Map +300 Places
Alexandria Ugarte
Explore this map, I made as the ultimate California guide, to get inspired and discover the places that will become the highlight of your next trip. Many of the places in this map will have helpful booking links and/or links to social media posts with more inside information.
I see all my Guide Maps as perpetual works in progress and will do my best to add to and update them as my knowledge expands.
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Bay Area
San Francisco
San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is the commercial, financial, and cultural center of Northern California.
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Chinatown San Francisco
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Iconic area with the largest assembly of Chinese eateries, shops & cultural events outside of Asia.
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Fisherman's Wharf
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Fisherman’s Wharf, on the northern waterfront, is one of the city's busiest tourist areas. Souvenir shops and stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls appear at every turn, as do postcard views of the bay, Golden Gate and Alcatraz. There’s also a colony of sea lions to see and historic ships to tour. At Ghirardelli Square, boutiques and eateries reside in the famed former chocolate factory.
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Japantown
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Japantown, also known as Nihonmachi, is a compact historic enclave in the Western Addition. Large indoor/outdoor complexes house an assortment of sushi, ramen and shabu-shabu restaurants, plus specialty grocery stores, kitschy gift shops, karaoke bars and Asian-style day spas.
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Transamerica Pyramid
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Landmark 850-ft-tall building shaped like a narrow pyramid & housing offices & retail space.
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Ferry Building
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Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space.
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California Academy of Sciences
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Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research.
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Exploratorium
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Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles.
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Gregangelo's Velocity Arts & Entertainment
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Opulently decorated house, HQ & museum for avant-garde entertainment troupe, with private tours.
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de Young Museum
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A diverse collection of fine arts in a building with a dramatic copper facade in Golden Gate Park.
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San Francisco Cable Car Museum
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Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment.
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Buena Vista Park
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Verdant, 36-acre park featuring trails, live oak groves, San Francisco city vistas & more.
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San Francisco Botanical Garden
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55 acres of serene gardens showcasing diverse plants from around the world & a magnolia collection.
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Japanese Tea Garden
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Popular gardens with a Japanese teahouse & narrow paths winding past koi ponds, pagodas & a bridge.
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Transamerica Redwood Park
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Serene Downtown park with redwood trees, lots of benches & a fountain honoring Mark Twain.
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Ocean Beach
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3.5-mile white sand beach with fire pits & restrooms, a popular spot for flying kites & windsurfing.
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Montara State Beach
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Beach known for surfing & fishing spots with bike, hiking & horseback riding trails.
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Trails
Lands End Trail
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Mori Point Trail Head
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Photo Spots
Palace of Fine Arts
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Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point South
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California Street
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Marshall's Beach
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The Painted Ladies
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Golden Gate Overlook
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Three Gems By James Turrell
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Pulgas Water Temple
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Entertainment & Tours
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema New Mission
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Stylish theater chain for new & classic films features cocktails & creative bites served seat-side. On Tuesdays $8 movie tickets
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Spas, Clinics & Salons
Hair Scalp Spa头道汤
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Shopping & Souvenirs
Ministry of Scent - Pacific Heights
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Moody Goose Vintage
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Tokyo Anime Center
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Outer Sunset Farmer's Market & Mercantile
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Cary Lane
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Discounted designer clothing & accessories draw locals to this stylish boutique for men & women.
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Cary Lane
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Cary Lane
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Tibetan Golden Lotus
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Butter & Crumble
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Johnny Doughnuts
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$$ Modern, daytime outpost serving up a wide selection of creative specialty donuts & espresso drinks.
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Sweet Glory
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Cafes
Motoring Coffee
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Andytown Coffee Roasters
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The Rotunda
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Upscale, department-store cafe with a classic American menu & a signature stained-glass ceiling.
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Round House Cafe
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Vesuvio Cafe
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Visitors & locals alike toast Kerouac et al. amid Beat-era memorabilia at this North Beach icon.
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The Pawn Shop
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Dial the golden phone at the door to enter this cocktail & tapas bar set behind a second-hand store.
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The House Of Shields
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Restored old-school bar that's an after-work standard for high-end, handcrafted cocktails.
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Lost Cat Bar & Bites
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Persona
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Trick Dog
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Trendy hangout in a converted warehouse with an array of craft cocktails & eclectic small plates.
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Polkcha
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Yokai
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ANINA
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Airy, island-inspired cocktail lounge offering punch bowls, beer & a patio with picnic tables.
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The Interval at Long Now
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Coffee shop, bar & event space boasting a modern setting complete with views & a library-like vibe.
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Pandora Karaoke & Bar
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Guests belt out songs in the main lounge or in themed private rooms at this bar with bottle service.
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Monroe SF
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Plush curving sofas & dramatic artwork plus a patio lure drinkers & dancers to this upscale club.
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Smuggler's Cove
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Popular bar boasting nautical-themed decor, exotic cocktails & over 700 types of rum.
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Bar Sprezzatura
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Arcana
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The Buena Vista
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Opened in 1916, this corner spot serves its signature Irish coffee alongside American staples.
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Charmaine's Rooftop Bar & Lounge
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A rooftop cocktail lounge & kitchen with highbrow bar bites, drinks by the Bon Vivants & city views.
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Dawn Club
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Restaurants & Eateries
Takoyaki Yama-chan
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ZZAN Korean Restaurant
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Late-night joint with music videos for Korean BBQ, small plates & grilled skewers, plus beer & soju.
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John's Grill
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$$$ Old-school, wood-paneled space with photos of famous past patrons, offering steaks and seafood.
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Reem's California Mission
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Down-to-earth option offering shared plates, flatbreads & Arab specialties, plus baked goods.
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ILCHA
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Pancho Villa Taqueria
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$ Humble counter-serve eatery with ample seating serving burritos, tacos & tortas, plus agua frescas.
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Wing Lee Bakery
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$ Cash-only nook providing dim sum & Chinese steamed buns for take out in a no-frills space.
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Tataki Sushi and Sake Bar
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$$ Innovative sushi made with fresh, sustainable fish served in a small space. Happy Hour 4:30-6:30, $5 Margs, $5-6 sushi/bites
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La Taqueria
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$ This no-frills taqueria serves Mexican eats, including famed traditional-style, rice-free burritos.
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Tropisueno
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Gallardo's
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$ Laid-back, family-operated eatery providing homestyle Mexican dishes, plus sidewalk seating.
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Pink Onion
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Contemporary, family-owned stop for pizza, pasta & Italian bites, brightened with street art.
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Dumpling Home
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$$ Casual, colorful eatery dishing up fried, steamed, or boiled dumplings, plus noodles and small plates.
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Taniku Izakaya
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Cotogna
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$$$ Popular eatery serving spit-roasted and grilled meat & fish, wood-fired pizza and house-made pasta.
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Four Chairs
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Sisterita
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Woodhouse Fish Co.
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Nautical-themed neighborhood spot for New England-style seafood like lobster rolls & fried clams.
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Swan Oyster Depot
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$$ No-frills counter nook in a fish market is a bustling landmark for raw-bar fare & casual seafood. A favorite of the late great Anthony Bourdain.
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Broad Street Oyster Company
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Molinari Delicatessen
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Old-school Italian deli offers artisanal meats, cheeses & breads, with takeaway sandwiches & fare.
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Souvla
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$$ Hip haunt featuring roasted meat sandwiches & salads, plus Greek yogurt, beer & wine.
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Radhaus
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Airy Bavarian beer hall in a former U.S. Army machine shop at Fort Mason, with panoramic bay views.
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Rosemary & Pine
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Dim Sum Bistro
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Bustling, simple counter-service joint featuring dim sum staples such as BBQ pork buns & dumplings.
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Chotto Matte San Francisco
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House of Prime Rib
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$$$ Old-school, English-style restaurant serving acclaimed prime rib & martinis since the 1940s.
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Bombay Brasserie
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Harborview Restaurant & Bar
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Contemporary, family-style outlet serving Cantonese-style dishes with panoramic harbor views.
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Mill Valley
Mill Valley is a city in Marin County, California, United States, located about 14 miles north of San Francisco via the Golden Gate Bridge and 52 miles from Napa Valley.
Stinson Beach
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Muir Woods National Monument
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Scenic, forested park featuring giant redwood trees, long hiking trails, a visitor center & more.
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Trails
Point Bonita Trail
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Alamere Falls
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Day hikes to a scenic, remote spot where water cascades down a 30 ft. cliff onto a rugged beach.
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Dipsea Trail Head
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Cataract Trailhead
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Show de Carnes Brazilian Steakhouse
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Caffē Acri
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Point Reyes
Scenic cape comprising a 71,028-acre shore preserve, plus an 1870 lighthouse & wildlife sightings.
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Cypress Tree Tunnel
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Trails
Chimney Rock Trail Head
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Tomales Point Trailhead
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Restaurants & Eateries
Tony's Seafood Restaurant
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BBQ oysters, crab & other seafood is served at this relaxed waterfront eatery with an outdoor patio.
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Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co
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Charming creamery in a bucolic landscape, offering cheese tastings & tours by appointment only.
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Oakland
Oakland is a city on the east side of San Francisco Bay, in California. Jack London Square has a statue of the writer, who frequented the area. Nearby, Old Oakland features restored Victorian architecture and boutiques. Near Chinatown, the Oakland Museum of California covers state history, nature and art. Uptown contains the art deco Fox and Paramount theaters, restaurants, bars and galleries.
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Oakland International Airport
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Tilden Regional Park
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A 2,000+ acre park with a carousel, botanic garden, lake swimming, picnic areas & steam train ride.
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Tilden Park Steam Train at the Redwood Valley Railway
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This miniature railway with real steam locomotives offers 12-minute rides along a wooded ridge.
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Grizzly Peak Vista Point
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Seaview Trailhead
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Clark Kerr Fire Trail
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Big springs trailhead
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Cafes
Zocalo Coffee and Kitchen
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Ohgane Oakland
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$$ Place for Korean BBQ cooked on tabletop mesquite grills, plus stews & other dishes.
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Noka Ramen
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The Rendez-Vous
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San Jose
San Jose is a large city surrounded by rolling hills in Silicon Valley, a major technology hub in California's Bay Area. Architectural landmarks, from the 1883 Italianate-style Oddfellows building to Spanish Colonial Revival structures, make up the downtown historic district. The downtown area is also home to the Tech Museum of Innovation, devoted to the exploration of science and technology.
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Alviso Marina County Park
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Hiking, biking & bird-watching are popular activities at this bayside park with paths & boardwalks.
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Shoreline Amphitheatre
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Large-scale music venue with open-air seating hosts festivals & big-name acts.
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Cafes
K Cafe Patisserie & Tea House
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Vintage-chic restaurant with floral decorations offering Asian-French fusion cuisine.
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Izumi Matcha
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Pastelaria Adega
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Exposed brick & a few tables outfit this snug venue known for Portuguese egg tarts & baked goods.
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Ondam
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Slice of Homage Pizza
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Monterey
Monterey is a city on California’s rugged central coast. Its Cannery Row, one-time center of the sardine-packing industry, was immortalized by novelist John Steinbeck. Today, it's a popular strip of gift shops, seafood restaurants and bars in converted factories. Also famous is Monterey Bay Aquarium, with thousands of marine animals and plants on display in underwater and interactive exhibits.
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The Sanctuary Beach Resort
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This high-end beach resort set amid sand dunes on 19 acres adjacent to a National Marine Sanctuary is 10.7 miles from Monterey and 13.7 miles from Carmel.
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Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
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Scenic coastal area featuring diverse sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum.
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Cypress Grove Trail
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Garrapata State Park Bluff Trail
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Monterey Bay Aquarium
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Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools.
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Handcar Tours
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East Bay
The San Francisco Bay Area is a region in Northern California spanning the city of San Francisco and surrounding counties. On a peninsula, hilly San Francisco is known for its cable cars, Victorian houses and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. North, the Sonoma and Napa valleys are renowned wine-producing regions with hundreds of hillside vineyards. Gourmet food is showcased in Oxbow Public Market in the city of Napa.
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Mount Diablo
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Landmark mountain offering hiking trails & camping, plus a summit visitor center & observation deck.
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Mission Peak Trail Head
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Open space featuring a steep hiking trail with sweeping valley & bay views from the summit.
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Sentinel Rock
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Fossil Hill Trail
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Las Trampas to Mt Diablo Regional Trail
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Coyote Hills Regional Park
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1,266 acres of rolling hills for picnicking, bird-watching, biking, hiking & nature exploration.
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Sunol Regional Wilderness
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6,859-acre park with varied terrain & a scenic gorge for hiking, swimming, camping & more.
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Little Yosemite Area
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Part of large wilderness park, this scenic gorge features small waterfalls & unique boulders.
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Wildcat Group Campground
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Sweets & Treats
Maison Benoit
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Rice junky
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786 Kabob House
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Petite restaurant with a patio & European-inspired American dishes served from morning to night.
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Brava Garden Eatery
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$$ Bright, airy spot with a patio focused on Argentinian & Italian fare, especially pasta & empanadas.
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SOHO Modern Japanese
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Napa Valley
Napa Valley is a renowned Californian wine-producing region north of San Francisco, with hundreds of vineyards set amid rolling hills. Its wineries range from small, family-run estates to landmarks such as Robert Mondavi Winery, offering summertime concerts and year-round tastings. The region is also famed for its gourmet food, showcased in the stalls of Oxbow Public Market in the city of Napa.
Stags' Leap Winery
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Castle-like manor from the 19th-century, now a wine estate with vineyard walks & cellar tastings.
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Napa Valley Wine Train
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Restored historic train offering a scenic wine country tour & locally sourced American fare.
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Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a city on central California’s coast. Its long wharf, with eateries and shops, stretches into Monterey Bay. Nearby, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s vintage rides include the 1911 Looff Carousel and the Giant Dipper roller coaster. Downtown, Pacific Avenue has vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries. Along West Cliff Drive, Natural Bridges State Beach is known for its bridge-shaped rock formation.
Tea House Spa
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach.
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Shadowbrook Restaurant
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$$$ Quirky dining rooms & views of Soquel Creek come alongside California cuisine & a wine list.
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Big Sur
Big Sur is a rugged stretch of California’s central coast between Carmel and San Simeon. Bordered to the east by the Santa Lucia Mountains and the west by the Pacific Ocean, it’s traversed by narrow, 2-lane State Route 1, known for winding turns, seaside cliffs and views of the often-misty coastline. The sparsely populated region has numerous state parks for hiking, camping and beachcombing.
Alila Ventana Big Sur
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Featuring views of the Pacific Ocean, this woodsy-chic adults-only resort on 243 acres off the Pacific Coast Highway is 0.5 miles from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and 30 miles from Monterey.
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Spa Alila
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Premium hotel offering upscale lodging, plus gourmet dining, a spa, 2 outdoor pools & ocean views.
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Elk
Harbor House Inn
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The Skunk Train & Rail Bikes
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Railroad tours on a historic train leading through meadows, canyons & redwood forest.
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The Sierra
South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe is a California resort city on Lake Tahoe, in the Sierra Nevada mountains. It’s known for nearby ski resorts and beaches, like El Dorado Beach, with its picnic areas. The city’s restaurants and bars merge with the casinos of adjacent Stateline, Nevada. Van Sickle Bi-State Park has wooded trails and lake views. West of the city, Emerald Bay State Park includes Vikingsholm, a 1929 Nordic-style mansion.
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Zalanta Resort
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Marriott's Timber Lodge
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Set beside Lake Tahoe, this upscale, mountainside hotel is a 5-minute walk from Harrah's Lake Tahoe casino and 3.6 miles from the Rubicon Trail.
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The Landing Tahoe Resort & Spa
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"A boutique hotel in South Tahoe, The Landing sits on the waterfront and offers upscale comforts, a fantastic hotel restaurant and a luxe spa with Eminence products." -OOO
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Lake Tahoe
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Heavenly Mountain Resort
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"One of the original ski resorts in South Tahoe, Heavenly is a great ski slope option due to its central location and wide range of slopes." -OOO
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Emerald Bay State Park
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Zephyr Cove Day Use Area
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Baldwin Beach
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Popular family beach with picnic tables, paddle board rentals & views of nearby mountains.
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Grover Hot Springs State Park
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Featuring a natural hot-springs pool, this park also offers trails, a campground & picnic spots.
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Hiking & Trails
Eagle Falls Trailhead
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Van Sickle Bi-State Park
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Natural area on the California-Nevada border with hiking & equestrian trails & historic buildings.
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Shopping & Souveniers
The Shops at Heavenly Village
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Ridge Rider Mountain Coaster
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Heavenly Village Ice Rink
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Cafes
Ernie's Coffee Shop
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Cuppa Tahoe
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"A cozy coffee shop and bookstore with a fireplace, a rustic-modern style and delicious smoothies. Their gluten-free scones are also great." -OOO
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Bars & Nightlife
Classic Cue
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Tipsy Putt
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Lively pub serving craft beer & Mexican street food, plus mini-golf, duffleboard & a patio.
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The Loft Restaurant/Lounge
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A casual, homey bar setting with an array of bistro-style dishes & rotating theater performances.
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Yosemite Axe Throwing
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Tahoe Bagel Company
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The Getaway Cafe
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A rustic, cottage-style restaurant with Mexican & American breakfast & lunch menus & outdoor tables.
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Stateline Brewery & Restaurant
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$$ Pub grub, including burgers & pizza, plus house drafts & some outdoor seating at this microbrewery.
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Sprouts Café
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Counter-service health-food cafe preparing homemade soups, wraps, burritos & smoothies.
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Cafe Fiore
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Cozy wood-paneled eatery offering a lengthy wine list & Italian menu with signature eggplant crêpes.
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Kalani's
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$$$ Fine-dining spot at the Heavenly Mountain base featuring Hawaiian eats & a variety of sushi rolls.
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California Burger Company
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$$ Gourmet burgers & whiskey offered in a hip tavern with live bands, TVs & outdoor seating.
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My Thai Cuisine
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Cozy, rustic eatery with old-world flair offering classic Thai bites & brews in a lively atmosphere.
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Chart House
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$$$ High-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare in a classy setting with views.
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Base Camp Pizza Co.
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Italian plates, pies & cocktails turned out in an upbeat atmosphere with live music.
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South Lake Brewing Company
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South Lake Brewing Company – The Libation Lodge
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Riva Grill On the Lake
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$$$ Eatery has American fare, rum drinks, a mahogany interior (inspired by Riva boats) & lake views.
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Azul-Latin Kitchen
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Latin American cuisine & drinks with an organic, local focus served in festive digs with a patio.
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FiRE + iCE Tahoe
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This all-you-can-eat grill lets patron pick their meal with Latin, Italian & Asian-inspired options.
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Carson City
Carson City is an independent city and the capital of the U.S. state of Nevada. As of the 2020 census, the population was 58,639, making it the 6th most populous city in the state.
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Chimney Rock Trail Head
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Sand Harbor Beach
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Swimming, boating & nearby hiking trails on a Lake Tahoe beach with views of the mountains.
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Skunk Harbor Trailhead
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Yosemite Valley
Yosemite Valley is a census-designated place in Mariposa County, California, United States. It consists of the developed area of Yosemite Village and the other areas of the Yosemite Valley in Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite National Park
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Iconic national park offers an array of options such as hiking among redwoods & river rafting.
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Erick Schat's Bakery
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European-style bakery & deli offering sweets, specialty breads & sandwiches in a quaint setting.
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Southern California
Los Angeles *County*
Los Angeles is a sprawling Southern California city and the center of the nation’s film and television industry. Near its iconic Hollywood sign, studios such as Paramount Pictures, Universal and Warner Brothers offer behind-the-scenes tours. On Hollywood Boulevard, TCL Chinese Theatre displays celebrities’ hand- and footprints, the Walk of Fame honors thousands of luminaries and vendors sell maps to stars’ homes.
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The Georgian Hotel
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Featuring a whimsical, colorful facade, this upscale art deco hotel dating from 1933 is a 9-minute walk from the Santa Monica Pier and across from the oceanfront Palisades Park.
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The Biltmore Los Angeles
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This 1923 beaux arts-inspired hotel is a 10-minute walk from both the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Museum of Contemporary Art, and 2 blocks from the Pershing Square rail station.
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"Neighborhoods"
Santa Monica
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Santa Monica is a coastal city west of downtown Los Angeles. Santa Monica Beach is fringed by Palisades Park, with views over the Pacific Ocean. Santa Monica Pier is home to the Pacific Park amusement park, historic Looff Hippodrome Carousel and Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. Next to the pier is Muscle Beach, an outdoor gym established in the 1930s. In the city center, Bergamot Station houses several art galleries.
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Beverly Hills
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Beverly Hills is a city in California's Los Angeles County. Home to many Hollywood stars, it features the upscale shopping street of Rodeo Drive. The expansive Beverly Gardens Park has fountains and rose gardens, plus an illuminated Beverly Hills sign. The 1920s Greystone Mansion is the backdrop for many films. Known as a celebrity haunt, The Beverly Hills Hotel is set in tropical gardens and has a poolside cafe.
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Pasadena
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Pasadena is a city in California, northeast of downtown Los Angeles. In the center, Old Pasadena is a shopping and dining district known for its Victorian and art deco buildings. The strikingly modern Norton Simon Museum houses notable European and Asian art, plus a sculpture garden. The Rose Bowl is a sports stadium known for hosting the Rose Bowl Game, an annual college football clash usually held on January 1.
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Long Beach
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Long Beach is a coastal city and port in Southern California. Moored in its Queensway Bay, RMS Queen Mary is a retired ocean liner and museum ship. The waterfront Aquarium of the Pacific features touch tanks and a shark lagoon. Modern and contemporary works are on display at the Museum of Latin American Art. Rancho Los Cerritos is a 19th-century adobe home and museum set in expansive gardens.
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Los Angeles International Airport
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Hollywood Sign
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Los Angeles County Museum of Art
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This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts.
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The Getty
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Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens.
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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
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From T. rex skeletons to an insect zoo, popular attraction holds more than 35-million artifacts.
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Dodger Stadium
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Universal Studios Hollywood
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Aquarium of the Pacific
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Wi Spa
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POTOBOX
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Hannghari Ceramic Studio
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Pixar Putt
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Trails
The Brush Canyon Trail
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Hollywoodland Stairs
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Switzer Falls Trail
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Shopping & Souvenirs
Flower Market
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Sweets & Treats
Louks Greek Baby Donuts
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Aurora LA
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Fugetsu-Do Bakery Shop
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Family-owned & -operated confectionery store since 1903 specializing in Japanese treats & mochi.
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Café Tropical
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$ Local standby for café con leche, plus Cuban-American pastries & sandwiches in a homey setting.
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Oakobing
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Sculptural Korean-style shaved ice with varied toppings, served in a chill, urbane counter serve.
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Stella West Hollywood
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Bars & Night Life
The Wolves
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Glamorous venue with antique decor & 1910s accents, serving innovative cocktails & American fare.
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Clifton's Republic
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Low-lit, legendary venue offering cocktails & American plates amid taxidermy & nature dioramas.
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The Cellar: A Wine Library
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Notable wines & charcuterie boards served in a upscale, wood-lined space with book-filled shelves.
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Cafes
CAFE UPPER
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Restaurants & Eateries
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Laya Restaurant
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Camelia
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Star Leaf
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AMMATOLI
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$$ Polished restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, including seafood dishes & baklava.
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Kuya Lord
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Mariscos 4 Vientos
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$ Counter-serve joint offering range of Mexican eats & seafood dishes, such as ceviche.
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Jackson Market and Deli
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Charming neighborhood market features groceries, produce & homemade deli fare, with patio seating.
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Laurel Hardware
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$$ Hip farm-to-table restaurant in former hardware store serving New American fare & fancy cocktails.
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Lucky Pig
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Mama Lu's Dumpling House
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atSiam Night Market
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Kingyubu
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Yuchun Restaurant
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$$ Kimchi, soups, cold noodles & traditional Korean mains are prepared at this easygoing eatery.
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Ahgassi Gopchang
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$$ Korean BBQ fare, such as grilled beef intestines, served in a industrial-style spot with late hours.
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Mrs. Fish
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Mandarin Noodle House
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Jjamppong zizon ( 짬뽕 지존 LA )
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Kaylin and Kaylin Pickles
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Mother Wolf
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Upscale choice with a genteel vibe serving thin pizzas, handmade pasta & other Italian staples.
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Mama Lu's Dumpling House
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Lucky Mizu
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Attari Sandwich Shop
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Persian eatery for traditional cuisine serving specialty sandwiches & kebabs in modest digs.
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Ban Ban Burgers by Tuk Tuk x Turntable
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Puzzle Pizza
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Le Grand Restaurant
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Eclectic global bites & cocktails offered in a classy, festive atmosphere with live music.
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The Philly Boyz
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Orange County
Orange County is a region in Southern California. It's known for Anaheim’s Disneyland Resort, a huge complex of rides, restaurants and shops. Nearby, in Buena Park, is Knott's Berry Farm, a large theme park. Cities with surf beaches include Huntington Beach, with its surfing museum. Newport Beach's boat-filled harbor sits opposite Balboa Peninsula. Laguna Beach has tide pools and oceanfront Crystal Cove State Park.
"Neighborhoods"
Newport Beach
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Newport Beach, a coastal city in southern California, is known for its large, boat-filled harbor. Balboa Peninsula has 2 piers, Newport Beach Pier and Balboa Pier, plus the Balboa Fun Zone, an old-school amusement park with a Ferris wheel and ocean views. Local beaches include the Wedge, known for its big waves, and Corona del Mar State Beach. The Orange County Museum of Art exhibits modern and contemporary works.
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Irvine
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Irvine is a city in Orange County, California. To the east, Orange County Great Park features an antique carousel and a giant, anchored helium balloon. Visitors can ride the balloon up for aerial views. Trails wind past ancient sycamore trees in Bommer Canyon. The Pretend City Children’s Museum has a kid-size post office, cafe and farm. Impressionist art from around California is displayed at the Irvine Museum.
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Huntington Beach
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Huntington Beach is a California city southeast of Los Angeles. It's known for surf beaches, such as Huntington City Beach, with its long Huntington Beach Pier. The International Surfing Museum displays longboards and other memorabilia. Sprawling Huntington Central Park features fields, gardens and lakes, plus an equestrian center. Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve's wetlands and dunes shelter hundreds of bird species.
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Anaheim
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Anaheim is a city outside Los Angeles, in Southern California. It's home to the Disneyland Resort, a massive complex of family-friendly, Disney-themed rides, restaurants, hotels and shops. The city's also home to pro sports teams. The Honda Center is the indoor arena where the Anaheim Ducks hockey team plays, and Angel Stadium is the home field of the Los Angeles Angels baseball team.
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Points of Interest
Disneyland Park
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Knott's Berry Farm
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Newport Beach Moke Rentals & Repairs
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Bars
The Blind Rabbit
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Cozy, dark speakeasy featuring a secret door, imaginative cocktails & elevated American bar food.
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Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar
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Disneyland Hotel spot for a variety of tropical drinks in a tiki-themed hut with special effects.
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Cafes
Daydream
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Modern, bright shop featuring craft espresso drinks & surfboards, amid home goods & stylish apparel.
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Stereoscope Coffee
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Modern, sparsely decorated coffee shop serving lattes & espresso drinks, plus baked goods.
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Restaurants & Eateries
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Manaao - Thai Comfort Food
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Bandoleros Café
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Rosa Madera
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Habana
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Venerable stop for Cuban & Pan-Latin cuisine in a stylish, lush setting with a patio.
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San Bernardino
San Bernardino is a city in California, east of Los Angeles. Ancient Egyptian relics are on display at the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art, at California State University, San Bernardino. In the city center, Seccombe Lake Park offers playgrounds and fishing. Silverwood Lake, backed by mountains, is to the north. The resort town of Big Bear Lake, in San Bernardino National Forest, is northeast of the city.
Glen Ivy Hot Springs
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Cup Noodle Shop
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Carlsbad
Carlsbad is a city near San Diego, in California. It's known for Tamarack Surf Beach, backed by the Carlsbad Sea Wall, and secluded South Carlsbad State Beach. The Legoland California theme park includes rides, a water park and the SEA LIFE Aquarium. The Flower Fields is a seasonal attraction, with acres of flowers. Set in a canyon, the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park is home to free-roaming peacocks.
LEGOLAND California
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San Diego
Hotel del Coronado
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Housed in a grand 1888 Victorian property, this upscale beach hotel is 5 miles from downtown San Diego.
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San Diego Zoo
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Zoo featuring giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus tours & a conservation society.
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Father Joe's Villages Thrift Store & Donation Center
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Valley Thrift Store
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LEILA
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Paik's Noodle - Hong Kong Banjum SD
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