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SF - LA along the
This 5-day trek takes you down the legendary Highway 1, hitting every iconic cliffside view and chill beach town between SF and LA.
5days
20stops
DAY01
San Francisco → Monterey Bay Aquarium
Overnight in Monterey Bay Aquarium
- 09:00San Francisco· start
- 10:30Half Moon Bay
- 13:30Santa Cruz Boardwalk
- 16:00Monterey Bay Aquarium· overnight
Coastal Eats
- Sam's Chowder House · Famous lobster rolls with a killer view of the Pacific.
- Old Fisherman's Grotto · Classic Monterey clam chowder that actually lives up to the hype.
Day 1 Budget
- Gas & Snacks
- $45
- Monterey Hotel
- $220
DAY02
17-Mile Drive → Pfeiffer Big Sur
Overnight in Pfeiffer Big Sur
- 09:3017-Mile Drive· start
- 11:30Point Lobos
- 14:00Bixby Creek Bridge
- 16:00Pfeiffer Big Sur· overnight
Big Sur Bites
- Nepenthe · Pricey, but the terrace view over the ocean is worth every cent.
- Big Sur Bakery · Hidden gem for wood-fired pizzas and killer pastries.
What to Budget
- 17-Mile Drive Fee
- $11
- Big Sur Lodge
- $350
DAY03
McWay Falls → San Luis Obispo
Overnight in San Luis Obispo
- 09:30McWay Falls· start
- 12:00Elephant Seal Vista
- 14:00Hearst Castle
- 17:30San Luis Obispo· overnight
Local Favorites
- Sebastian's General Store · Great burgers right near the Hearst Ranch cattle pastures.
- Firestone Grill · The tri-tip sandwich here is legendary in San Luis Obispo.
Daily Spend
- Hearst Castle Tour
- $30
- SLO Hotel
- $180
DAY04
Pismo Beach Pier → State Street
Overnight in State Street
- 09:30Pismo Beach Pier· start
- 11:30Solvang
- 15:00Stearns Wharf
- 17:00State Street· overnight
Tasty Stops
- Paula's Pancake House · Thin Danish pancakes that are light, airy, and delicious.
- Santa Barbara Shellfish Co · Eat local crab at the very end of the pier. Peak SB experience.
Budgeting
- Wine Tasting
- $40
- Santa Barbara Hotel
- $280
DAY05
El Matador Beach → Venice Beach
- 10:00El Matador Beach· start
- 12:30Malibu Pier
- 15:00Santa Monica Pier
- 17:30Venice Beach
The Final Feast
- Malibu Farm Pier Cafe · Fresh, organic, and you're literally eating over the ocean.
- Teddy's Red Tacos · The best birria tacos to celebrate your arrival in LA.
Final Costs
- Parking in LA
- $30
- Gas Refill
- $50