Classic Pacific Coast Highway: SF to LA
A leisurely 5-day journey down the iconic California coast, blending the rugged cliffs of Big Sur with charming seaside towns, Mediterranean-style architecture, and classic beach culture from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
San Francisco -> Monterey -> Big Sur -> Cambria -> Santa Barbara -> Los Angeles
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Bixby Creek Bridge
- Morro Rock
- Solvang Village Square
- Santa Monica Pier
San Francisco to Monterey Bay
San Francisco Ferry Building
San Francisco Ferry Building, San Francisco, California, US
Half Moon Bay Main Street
Half Moon Bay Main Street, Half Moon Bay, California, US
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, California, US
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey, California, US
Rugged Cliffs and Big Sur Magic
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Carmel, California, US
Bixby Creek Bridge
Bixby Creek Bridge, Monterey, California, US
McWay Falls
McWay Falls, Big Sur, California, US
Moonstone Beach Boardwalk
Moonstone Beach Boardwalk, Cambria, California, US
Central Coast Towns and Morro Rock
Elephant Seal Vista Point
Elephant Seal Vista Point, San Simeon, California, US
Morro Rock
Morro Rock, Morro Bay, California, US
Cayucos State Beach
Cayucos State Beach, Cayucos, California, US
San Luis Obispo Downtown
San Luis Obispo Downtown, San Luis Obispo, California, US
Danish Charms to Santa Barbara
Pismo Beach Pier
Pismo Beach Pier, Pismo Beach, California, US
Solvang Village Square
Solvang Village Square, Solvang, California, US
Old Mission Santa Barbara
Old Mission Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, US
Stearns Wharf
Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, California, US
Malibu Coastline to Los Angeles
El Matador State Beach
El Matador State Beach, Malibu, California, US
Malibu Pier
Malibu Pier, Malibu, California, US
Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, California, US
Los Angeles City Hall
Los Angeles City Hall, Los Angeles, California, US
- Check Caltrans for Highway 1 road closures near Big Sur before departure.
- Drive North to South to ensure the easiest access to coastal pull-outs and viewpoints.
- Coastal fog (June Gloom) is common; pack layers even in summer months.