Things to do In Central Coast California, CA

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Sonata Flight

Paso Robles Sonata(Red Blend) Flight Wine Tasting

$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Paso Robles Sonata(Red Blend) Flight Wine Tasting
The golden state’s #1 wine tour? That’s us. The unforgettable experience? That’s yours.

3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees

$149
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees
Wine Tasting Audio Tour - Paso Robles CA

Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience

$40
per traveler
Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience
Aria Flight

Paso Robles Aria (Syrah Dominant) Flight Wine Tasting

$30
per adult
Paso Robles Aria (Syrah Dominant) Flight Wine Tasting
Paso Robles Gold Reserve Flight

Paso Robles Gold Reserve Flight

$45
per adult
Paso Robles Gold Reserve Flight
Good wine, great views, and even better company – Experience Paso Robles Magic youtself!

Vineyard Tour Paso Robles Sidecar Wine Adventure

$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vineyard Tour Paso Robles Sidecar Wine Adventure
3-Winery Tour Includes Lunch from Paso Robles and Atascadero

Paso Robles: 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch

$89
per adult
Paso Robles: 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch
Grapeline Wine Tours, voted as America's Top Wine Tour by USA Today, is your answer to discovering wine country.

3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch from Paso Robles

$89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch from Paso Robles
Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Paso Robles

Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Paso Robles

$165
per adult
Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Paso Robles
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Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour

Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour

Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 240 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $129 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Activity duration is 1 day
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $23 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
6.0 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Price is $8 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Ultimate Monterey Bay, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

Ultimate Monterey Bay, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 54 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $99 per traveler*
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History & culture

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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
6.0 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Price is $8 per adult
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A coastal cityscape with a beach, pier, and amusement park.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.5/5(2,038 reviews)

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
An aquarium with a large circular viewing area, showcasing schools of fish swimming in blue-lit water.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(1,756 reviews)

Take the family to visit the sea life at Monterey Bay Aquarium and find out why this is a popular attraction in Pacific Grove. Stroll along the area's pebble beaches, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
A coastal pier with restaurants and a palm tree.

Cannery Row

4.5/5(2,005 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Cannery Row, a favorite shopping spot in Monterey. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Cannery Row
A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore, a prominent rock formation in the foreground, and a steep cliff on the right.

Hearst Castle

4.5/5(920 reviews)

You can learn about the local history of San Simeon when you make a stop at a top site like Hearst Castle. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Hearst Castle
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and sparse vegetation.

17-Mile Drive

4.5/5(1,200 reviews)

After visiting 17-Mile Drive, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Skyline Forest. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.

17-Mile Drive
An aerial view of a racetrack surrounded by hilly terrain and a small body of water.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

4.5/5(288 reviews)

You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

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