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Trip Planner :  USA  /  California  /  Big Sur

Big Sur

4.2
Beaches · Bridges · State Parks
Big Country of the South
A sparsely populated area with stunning views, Big Sur attracts artists and tourists traveling California’s scenic Highway 1. The isolated "ranchos" and eccentric vacation homes in the area draw creative types and writers seeking refuge. Henry Miller, Jack Kerouac, and Hunter S. Thompson all lived in the area for a time and helped infuse it with a mysterious and creative vibe. To personalize your trip to Big Sur, create itinerary details specific to you using our United States trip itinerary planner.
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    Top Big Sur tours

    FROM £8 BOOK WITH VIATOR Big Sur Self-Driving Audio Tour in California (Highway 1, Pacific Coast Highway) Big Sur Self-Driving Audio Tour in California (Highway 1, Pacific Coast Highway)
    3.9
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    FROM £229 BOOK WITH VIATOR Big Sur Monterey California Pacific Coast One Day Tour Big Sur Monterey California Pacific Coast One Day Tour
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    Duration: 5 to 7 hours
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    FROM £361 BOOK WITH VIATOR Monterey & Big Sur Discovery 2-Day Tour from San Francisco Monterey & Big Sur Discovery 2-Day Tour from San Francisco
    5.0
    Duration: 2 days
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    FROM £8 BOOK WITH VIATOR Driving the California Coast: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Driving the California Coast: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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    Bixby Bridge ©
    Bridge
    Bixby Bridge
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park ©
    Beach
    Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Pfeiffer State Beach ©
    Beach
    Pfeiffer State Beach
    4.6
    Duration: 1 hour
    McWay Falls ©
    Waterfall
    McWay Falls
    4.5
    Duration: 30 minutes

    Side trips from Big Sur

    Pinnacles National Park ©
    National Park
    Pinnacles National Park
    Paicines
    4.5
    Duration: 8 hours
    Garland Ranch Regional Park ©
    Park
    Garland Ranch Regional Park
    Carmel Valley
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Joullian Vineyards & Winery ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Joullian Vineyards & Winery
    Carmel Valley
    5.0
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary ©
    Wildlife Area
    Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    Monterey County
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours

    Hidden gems in Big Sur

    Limekiln State Park ©
    State Park
    Limekiln State Park
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Point Sur State Historic Park ©
    Lighthouse
    Point Sur State Historic Park
    4.6
    Duration: 4 hours
    Partington Cove ©
    Hiking Trail
    Partington Cove
    4.9
    Duration: 1 hour
    Andrew Molera State Park ©
    State Park
    Andrew Molera State Park
    4.2
    Duration: 2 hours

    Trails in Big Sur

    Salmon Creek Falls Trail ©
    Hiking Trail
    Salmon Creek Falls Trail
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
    Pacific Valley Bluff Trail ©
    Hiking Trail
    Pacific Valley Bluff Trail
    4.5
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Ewoldsen Trail
    Hiking Trail
    Ewoldsen Trail
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours

    Nature in Big Sur

    Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park ©
    State Park
    Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours
    Partington Point ©
    Geologic Formation
    Partington Point
    3.8
    Duration: 2 hours

    Historic Sites in Big Sur

    New Camaldoli Hermitage ©
    Religious Site
    New Camaldoli Hermitage
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours

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    Where to stay in Big Sur

    Bixby Bridge ©
    Secluded resorts, inns, and lodges are located off Highway 1. Some offer weary drivers a safe resting place, while others are exclusive resorts for long-term getaways. The latter require advance reservations. Camping is another popular alternative, with many campgrounds accessible from the highway.
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    Places to visit with Big Sur

    San FranciscoTrip planner Best for: Island, Bridge, Pier / Boardwalk Yosemite National ParkTrip planner Best for: World heritage site, Geologic Formation, Waterfall Los AngelesTrip planner Best for: Theme Park, Specialty Museum, Historic Walking Area San DiegoTrip planner Best for: Specialty Museum, Zoo, Beach Santa MonicaTrip planner Best for: Pier / Boardwalk, Beach, Shopping

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