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Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco
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Alcatraz Island
San Francisco
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Glacier Point
Yosemite National Park
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Disneyland Park
Anaheim
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San Diego Zoo
San Diego
Visit for: 6h
Universal Studios Hollywood
Los Angeles
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Golden Gate Park
San Francisco
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Balboa Park
San Diego
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Japanese Tea Garden
San Francisco
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Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Yosemite National Park
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Vernal Fall
Yosemite National Park
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Half Dome
Yosemite National Park
Visit for: 4h 30min
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Places to visit in California
San Francisco
Best for: Nature, Museums, Parks
Yosemite National Park
Best for: Nature, Trails, Scenic Drive
Los Angeles
Best for: Museums, Theme Parks, Childrens Museums
San Diego
Best for: Museums, Zoos & Aquariums, Beaches
Anaheim
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California
Things to do in California promise a thrill for all kinds of adventurers, from nature enthusiasts to late-night urban buccaneers. You can see the pastel facades of San Francisco from its rolling hills surrounding the landmark Golden Gate Bridge. Los Angeles and San Diego host some of the best beaches in the country, and you're sure to enjoy them whether you prefer surfing or having a seaside drink at a local cafe. Those looking to head outside the heavily populated areas will be awestruck by the rolling hills of Napa Valley and California's massive redwoods.
