The Golden State

California Places

Explore the breathtaking landmarks and destinations that define the Golden State.

Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco's iconic suspension bridge, spanning the Golden Gate strait.

San Francisco

San Francisco

The City by the Bay, famous for cable cars, fog, and Victorian architecture.

Hollywood

Hollywood

The entertainment capital — home to film studios, the Walk of Fame, and the iconic sign.

Los Angeles

Los Angeles

A sprawling metropolis of culture, beaches, and world-class entertainment.

Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park

Majestic valleys, granite cliffs, and thundering waterfalls in the Sierra Nevada.

Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe

Crystal-clear alpine lake offering skiing, hiking, and stunning scenery year-round.

Malibu

Malibu

Scenic coastal haven with surf beaches and the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway.

Big Sur

Big Sur

Dramatic cliffs and redwood forests along one of the world's most scenic coastlines.

Napa Valley

Napa Valley

World-class wine country with rolling vineyards and gourmet dining.

Venice Beach

Venice Beach

Bohemian boardwalk culture, street performers, and famous Muscle Beach.

Redwood Forest

Redwood Forest

Walk among Earth's tallest trees in the ancient coastal redwood groves.

Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park

Home to the world's largest trees — the magnificent giant sequoias.

Monterey Bay

Monterey Bay

Stunning bay, world-famous aquarium, and the scenic 17-Mile Drive.

Catalina Island

Catalina Island

A charming island getaway with clear waters, diving, and unique wildlife.

Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree

Otherworldly desert landscape where two desert ecosystems meet under starry skies.

Death Valley

Death Valley

The hottest place on Earth — vast, dramatic, and strangely beautiful.

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Redwood Forest

Redwood Forest

Walk among Earth's tallest trees in the ancient coastal redwood groves.

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