California is a picturesque state with abundant sunshine, a vast sea, exquisite restaurants in the city center, and constantly updated mall windows. No wonder people say that in California, one can get whatever they want to do, see, or live.
Here are some attractions not to be missed.
1. Redwood National Park
Redwood National Park boasts tall trees, vast forests, rivers, and miles of coastline, offering visitors a range of exciting outdoor activities and natural nature programs. Horseback riding and mountain biking are available along well-maintained trails, while salmon and rainbow trout fishing and kayaking are perfect for those who love the water.
Scenic trails meandering through the forest allow visitors to marvel at the stunning redwood trees, wildlife, and waterfalls, and drives along the coastline offer breathtaking ocean views and sightings of gray whales and seabirds.
2. Sea World San Diego
Located in a sunny location, SeaWorld San Diego's theme is marine mammals, daring rides, and live shows. Exhibits and displays allow people to learn about marine life from unknown worlds such as dolphins, orcas, walruses, penguins, and polar bears. Rides include a flume roller coaster, rafting through shipwreck rapids, and a simulated helicopter ride to experience the wild Arctic.
3. Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood is one of California's most popular attractions, and it is an ideal place for families with a large number of children and teens. The rides and sets are based on famous movies, from amazingly realistic simulator rides to roller coasters and more. You'll also find dining, shows, unique shopping opportunities, and a variety of events held throughout the year.
4. Venice Beach
Venice Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Los Angeles, offering three miles of sandy beach and a variety of attractions. In the summer and on weekends, the beachfront walkway is filled with street performers and people watching, biking, rollerblading, swimming, and sunbathing. Muscle Beach is a special area where avid bodybuilders show off their strength in public.
5. Disneyland
Located in Anaheim, Disneyland is a world-famous entertainment park where Walt Disney movies and characters come to life in a magical, fictional kingdom. With thrilling rides, roller coasters, dazzling shows, and colorful areas filled with restaurants and stores, Disneyland offers adventure for the whole family. Themed neighborhoods such as Main Street USA allow guests to step back in time to the early 1900s, visit the Tarzan Treehouse in Adventureland, or meet Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and Donald Duck at Mickey's Toontown.
6. Big Sur Coastline
Stretching for about 90 miles along the central coast of California, the Big Sur coastline is one of the most beautiful driving routes in the world. This stunning stretch of coastline is located between Carmel and the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains.
Most of the 3 million drivers who visit Big Sur each year take the popular Highway 1 to see and photograph some of the country's most dramatic scenery. Attractions along the way include the historic 40-foot Point Sur Lighthouse, the Bixby Bridge, one of the tallest single-span bridges in the world, and the glorious 80-foot McWay Falls directly into the ocean.
