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Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco
Gjusta is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

1. Gjusta

9.2
320 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA
Café · Venice · 266 tips and reviews

Emily W.Emily Wilson: The space is beautiful. You'll want everything on the menu, so come hungry and take your time choosing what to order. For breakfast, the fish platter with lox and a boiled egg is a great option.

El Matador State Beach is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

2. El Matador State Beach

9.3
32215 Pacific Coast Hwy (at El Matador Beach Rd.), Malibu, CA
Beach · Western Malibu · 49 tips and reviews

Meghan L.Meghan Lapides: This is the most beautiful beach I've been to in the U.S. Worth the short hike: 10 min down 20 up mostly stairs. No bathroom by the beach but there are portapottys in the parking lot. Be warned.

Spencer Makenzie's Fish Company is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

3. Spencer Makenzie's Fish Company

8.9
806 E Thompson Blvd (at S Ash St.), Ventura, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews

Neal U.Neal U.: Fish tacos are massive, massive but the real star is the hot sauce selection.

Carpinteria State Beach is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

4. Carpinteria State Beach

9.3
100 Linden Ave. (at Palm Ave.), Carpinteria, CA
State or Provincial Park · 29 tips and reviews

Amy G.Amy Grill: Seals, anemones, tide pools, starfish...one of the most beautiful beaches I have been to in Southern California...wade into the water near the rocks and wade through sea grass to get a better look.

Santa Barbara Harbor is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

5. Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2
132 Harbor Way Ste A (at Shoreline), Santa Barbara, CA
Harbor or Marina · 18 tips and reviews

Pieter W.Pieter Walsweer: Boats, lots and lots of boats

6. Old Mission Santa Barbara

8.9
2201 Laguna St (at Los Olivos St), Santa Barbara, CA
Church · Downtown Santa Barbara · 26 tips and reviews

goopgoop: A true Santa Barbara landmark, this historic building, ten acre garden, active parish and mausoleum, is still home to a group of Franciscan friars as it was when it was built by the Spanish in 1786. Read more.

The Blue Owl is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

7. The Blue Owl

9.0
5 W Canon Perdido St (at State St), Santa Barbara, CA
Sandwich Spot · Santa Barbara Downtown · 39 tips and reviews

Carlos B.Carlos Baez: Get the Thai Basil Burger and add an egg . Thank me later.

Scout Coffee Co. is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

8. Scout Coffee Co.

9.1
1130 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
Coffee Shop · 57 tips and reviews

Juliet C.Juliet Castillo: If you're in SLO or driving north to south or vice versa, this place is an excellent stop for a coffee break. Very cute and cozy too!

Moonstone Beach is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

9. Moonstone Beach

9.6
Moonstone Beach Dr (at York St), Cambria, CA
Beach · 13 tips and reviews

Amy G.Amy Grill: Blissful spot to search for moonstones and watch the sunset.

Hearst Castle is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

10. Hearst Castle

8.7
750 Hearst Castle Rd, San Simeon, CA
Castle · 124 tips and reviews

Amy G.Amy Grill: Take time to wander around the property and chill by the Neptune pool. Don't miss weaving through the gardens surrounding the cottages and leave time to truly appreciate the roman pool.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

11. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

9.3
47225 Pfeiffer Big Sur (at Cabrillo Hwy), Big Sur, CA
State or Provincial Park · 28 tips and reviews

Lindsay B.Lindsay Brooke: The hike up the mountain - not the one to the water fall- is amazing through the red wood trees. Challenging and rewarding.

Pfeiffer Beach is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

12. Pfeiffer Beach

9.0
Sycamore Canyon Road Big Sur (at Highway 1), Big Sur, CA
Beach · 32 tips and reviews
Big Sur Bakery is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

13. Big Sur Bakery

8.3
47540 CA-1, Big Sur, CA
Bakery · 69 tips and reviews

Whitney F.Whitney Fishman: The pizzas are a must. The veggie sides can make up a meal on their own. Super kind staff... Ask them for wine recommendations. And don't forget to buy granola for the road !

Bixby Creek Bridge is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

14. Bixby Creek Bridge

27602 Highway 1 (at Old Coast Rd), Big Sur, CA
Bridge · 32 tips and reviews

Divya M.Divya Mulanjur: One of the most beautiful sights of the world. Take the dirt road , coast road just north of bixby bridge for that perfect shot of the bridge.

Point Lobos State Reserve is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

15. Point Lobos State Reserve

9.5
27830 Highway 1, Carmel, CA
State or Provincial Park · 89 tips and reviews

Sam C.Sam Curcuruto: Amazing place. To hike the entire park, set aside three hours. Light climbing, and beautiful views.

The Cheese Shop is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

16. The Cheese Shop

9.0
Carmel Plaza (Ocean Ave. & Junipero St.), Carmel, CA
Cheese Store · 15 tips and reviews

Mary S.Mary S: Extremely tasty cheese. They'll let you sample them all and decide.

Monterey Bay Aquarium is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

17. Monterey Bay Aquarium

9.3
886 Cannery Row (at David Ave.), Monterey, CA
Aquarium · Cannery Row · 420 tips and reviews

EricEric: Truly one of the great aquariums. Can't go wrong with a visit here

Natural Bridges State Beach is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

18. Natural Bridges State Beach

9.1
2531 W Cliff Dr (at Crespi Ct), Santa Cruz, CA
State or Provincial Park · Westside · 45 tips and reviews

Caroline D.Caroline Deng: A hidden gem along California's coastline. Stop by during sunset for scenic views of the last remaining "natural bridge" out of the original 3.

19. The Penny Ice Creamery

8.9
913 Cedar St (at Locust St.), Santa Cruz, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Downtown Santa Cruz · 75 tips and reviews

Jeff B.Jeff Bowen: Try the mint chocolate chip. It's made with actual mint leaves.

Pescadero State Beach is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

20. Pescadero State Beach

9.4
Hwy 1 (near Pescadero Creek Rd), Pescadero, CA
State or Provincial Park · 26 tips and reviews

Austin W.Austin Westermann: Perfect place to stop and take a break while driving on Highway 1. Beautiful scenery and rock formations. Sunsets are amazing here

In-N-Out Burger is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

21. In-N-Out Burger

8.9
260 Washington St (at Sullivan Ave), Daly City, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · 132 tips and reviews

ChezBlackstarChezBlackstar: Double-double animal style with animal fries. Done.

Zeitgeist is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

22. Zeitgeist

8.8
199 Valencia St (at Duboce Ave), San Francisco, CA
Beer Garden · SoMa · 387 tips and reviews

Roshan S.Roshan Sadanani: Divey bar with an awesome patio out back and games indoors. Cash only. They sell pitchers of all of the numerous beers on tap.

La Taqueria is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

23. La Taqueria

9.3
2889 Mission St (at 25th St), San Francisco, CA
Burrito Restaurant · Mission District · 443 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It wouldn’t be San Francisco without The Mission’s squadron of gut-busting taquerias. This one continues to lead the pack with unwavering rave reviews for its sublime, spot-on Mexico staples. Read more.

Liholiho Yacht Club is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

24. Liholiho Yacht Club

9.2
871 Sutter St (btwn Jones & Leavenworth St), San Francisco, CA
Hawaiian Restaurant · Lower Nob Hill · 160 tips and reviews
Hog Island Oyster Co. is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

25. Hog Island Oyster Co.

9.3
1 Ferry Bldg #11 (at The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Financial District · 406 tips and reviews

Brant M.Brant McQuitty: Long lines, but great oysters to be enjoyed outside and facing the bay.

The Alembic is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

26. The Alembic

8.7
1725 Haight St (btwn Cole & Shrader St), San Francisco, CA
Cocktail Bar · Haight Ashbury · 236 tips and reviews

Emily K.Emily Kane: It's not a cocktail menu, it's an anthology. Each drink is given its own creation myth. Be prepared to commit your time and taste buds to trying more than two.

Tartine Bakery is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

27. Tartine Bakery

9.1
600 Guerrero St (at 18th St), San Francisco, CA
Bakery · Mission Dolores · 768 tips and reviews

Diana B.Diana Brody: The morning buns. That's all you need to have the best morning.

Lands End is one of Road Trip: Los Angeles to San Francisco.

28. Lands End

9.6
El Camino Del Mar (at Point Lobos Ave), San Francisco, CA
Park · Sea Cliff · 134 tips and reviews

Lisa H.Lisa Harper Carter: Views galore. Hiking galore. Fresh ocean air. Best to come on a warmer sunny day.