The Golden Gate Bridge opened to pedestrians on May 27, 1937, and to traffic the following day, May 28, 1937. At that time, it was the longest suspension bridge ever built. It is truly an engineering marvel, a structure of magnificence, grace, and beauty.
Oakland California Temple. Commanding a sweeping view of the San Francisco Bay Area, the 170-foot Oakland California Temple is a highly recognized East Bay landmark.
The J. Paul Getty Museum, commonly referred to as the Getty, is an art museum in California housed on two campuses: the Getty Center and Getty Villa. The collection features Western art from the Middle Ages to the present.
Hsi Lai Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Hacienda Heights, California, in the San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles County. The temple was built in 1988 by the Fo Guang Shan order, which is one of the largest Buddhist organizations in the world.
Balboa Park is a 1,200-acre (490 ha) large urban cultural park located in the heart of San Diego, California. The park covers over 1,200 acres and is home to a wide range of attractions, including museums, gardens, theaters, and restaurants.
Santana Row is a fashionable outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment district in San Jose, California. It is Silicon Valley's most popular destination with 834 Homes, 50 Shops, 30 Restaurants, 9 Spas & Salons, 1 Boutique Hotel, CineArts Movie Theater and Office Space.
Sequoia National Park is a national park located in the southern Sierra Nevada mountains in California, United States. It is home to towering sequoia trees, including the General Sherman Tree, which is the largest tree in the world by volume.
Horsetail Falls is a waterfall located in Yosemite National Park, California, United States. It is a seasonal waterfall that flows over the eastern edge of El Capitan, one of the most iconic rock formations in the park.
The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Planetarium is a unique museum located in San Jose, California, that is dedicated to the study of ancient Egyptian culture and spirituality. The museum features a vast collection of artifacts, including mummies, statues, and other objects that offer insights into the art, religion, and daily life of the ancient Egyptians.
Cafe Lu' is a local Vietnamese coffee house in Santa Ana, Orange County, California, U.S.A. It provides a relaxing environment with music and sporting events,
Yosemite National Park is in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Yosemite National Park is famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, and for Tunnel View, the iconic vista of towering Bridalveil Fall and the granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome.
The 55 acres (22.3 ha) San Francisco Botanical Garden includes over 50,000 individual plants, representing over 8,000 taxa from around the world, with particular focus on Magnolia species, high elevation palms, and cloud forest species from Central America, South America and Southeast Asia.
The Tech Interactive is a science and technology museum located in the heart of downtown San Jose, California. The museum features a variety of interactive exhibits, programs, and events that are designed to engage visitors of all ages and encourage curiosity and exploration.
Uniquely situated on the hills of Orange County, Orange Hill offers sweeping views of Catalina Island, Downtown Los Angeles, Disneyland's magical firework show and our beautiful California coastline.
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is a popular state park located in the Big Sur region of California. It is known for its stunning natural beauty and offers a wide range of outdoor recreational activities for visitors. It covers approximately 1,006 acres of land. The park is centered around the Big Sur River.
Griffith Observatory is an icon of Los Angeles, a national leader in public astronomy, a beloved civic gathering place, and one of southern California's most popular attractions.
Tiburon is a picturesque town located in Marin County, California, United States. The town is situated on the Tiburon Peninsula, which extends into San Francisco Bay and offers stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco skyline, and Angel Island. Tiburon's 2018 population was at 9,115.
The San Diego Zoo is a world-renowned zoo located in San Diego, California. It is home to over 3,500 animals representing more than 650 species and subspecies, making it one of the largest and most diverse zoos in the world.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, often called simply Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California. It is a place to get away from it all without sacrificing the big-city offerings of art, theater, music, dining, shopping, spas, and more. You can fine-dine at a number of four-star restaurants or eat al fresco at the beach.
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Universal Studios Hollywood is a renowned theme park and entertainment destination located in Universal City, a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles, California. It is easily accessible by car and public transportation, including the Metro Red Line.
Downtown Sausalito is a charming waterfront area located in Marin County, California, just north of the Golden Gate Bridge. It is a popular tourist destination that offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and galleries, as well as stunning views of San Francisco Bay. Sausalito’s 2019 population was 7,068.
Muir Woods National Monument is a scenic park located in Mill Valley, California. It is a unit of the National Park Service on the Pacific coast of southwestern Marin County, California. Muir Woods is 12 miles north of San Francisco and part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
Manzanar is a historic site located in the Owens Valley of California, United States. It was the site of one of ten internment camps where Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated and detained during World War II.
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The Japanese Tea Garden is a beautiful and serene destination located in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California. It is one of the oldest public Japanese gardens in the United States and has been a popular attraction since it first opened in 1894.
The San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge is a complex of bridges that spans the San Francisco Bay and connects the cities of San Francisco and Oakland in California, USA. The bridge is one of the most iconic structures in the San Francisco Bay Area, and it is a major transportation artery for the region.
Joshua Tree National Park is an American national park in southeastern California, east of Los Angeles, near San Bernardino and Palm Springs. Dark night skies, a rich cultural history, and surreal geologic features add to the attraction of this place.
The USS Midway Museum is a popular naval aviation museum located in San Diego, California. The museum is housed aboard the USS Midway, an aircraft carrier that served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1992, and is now permanently docked in San Diego Bay.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center is a museum located on Santa Barbara’s historic Stearns Wharf, is owned and operated by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.
Santa Barbara Red Tile Walking Tour - One of the best ways to explore the city of Santa Barbara is on foot as you follow along the Red Tile Walking Tour.
Big Sur is a rugged and beautiful stretch of coastline located in Central California, stretching approximately 90 miles along Highway 1 between Carmel and San Simeon. Known for its dramatic cliffs, rocky coastline, pristine beaches, and scenic vistas, Big Sur is one of California's most popular tourist destinations. The population is about 1,463.
The Redwood Valley Railway is a miniature railroad located in Tilden Regional Park, near Orinda, California. The railway was founded in 1953 and is run by a non-profit organization of volunteers.
The Venice Boardwalk, also known as the Venice Beach Boardwalk, is a famous tourist attraction located in the neighborhood of Venice in Los Angeles, California. The Venice Boardwalk stretches along the oceanfront on Ocean Front Walk, which runs parallel to the sandy beach. It extends roughly from Venice Beach Pier to Washington Boulevard, covering a distance of about two and a half miles.
The Los Angeles Zoo is located in Griffith Park in Los Angeles, California. It is a popular attraction for both locals and visitors and is home to over 1,400 animals representing more than 270 different species.
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Universal CityWalk Hollywood is a popular entertainment and shopping district located in Universal City, which is a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles, California. It is conveniently located near the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park and the Universal City/Studio City Metro station.
South Lake Tahoe is a city located on the southern shore of Lake Tahoe, a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. The city is known for its stunning natural beauty, outdoor recreation opportunities, and bustling tourism industry. South Lake Tahoe's 2018 population was at 22,036.
The Redwood National and State Parks are located in the United States, along the coast of northern California. Redwood is a home to the tallest trees on Earth. But the parks also protect vast prairies, oak woodlands, wild riverways, and nearly 40 miles of pristine coastline.
First opened to the public in 1976, the California State Railroad Museum complex is one of Sacramento's largest and most popular visitor destinations. Over 500,000 visit the Museum annually, with guests traveling from throughout the world to experience this world-renowned facility.
Visitors to the Capitol can experience California’s rich history and witness the making of history through the modern lawmaking process. At the State Capitol, the past, present and future of California interact with equal force. The building serves as both a museum and the state’s working seat of government.
Old Sacramento State Historic Park, located in Sacramento, California, is a designated state historic park and a significant cultural and tourist destination. It provides a rich historical experience and serves as a vibrant cultural hub within the city of Sacramento.
Lombard Street is a famous street in San Francisco, California, known for its steep, winding road and beautiful gardens. It is often referred to as the "crookedest street in the world." The street stretches over several blocks in the Russian Hill neighborhood and features eight sharp turns that make it a popular tourist destination. The turns were designed to reduce the steepness of the street and make it easier for cars to navigate.
