Senior-Friendly Southern California Day Trips. Below are some great day trips for seniors. These trips offer a slightly slower pace and plenty of places to sit and relax while taking in the scenery. Popular options for seniors include bus tours or a train journey aboard Amtrak. I selected all these … [Read more...]
Bolsa Chica Wetlands Orange County Day Trip
Bolsa Chica Wetlands has everything you need if you enjoy wildlife and water. The California Department of Fish and Game operates the Bolsa Chica reserve, which includes over 1,200 acres of undeveloped wetlands, lowlands, and lower mesa. The wetlands are along the east side of Pacific Coast Highway … [Read more...]
Eight Off Beat Bizarre and Weird Museums in Los Angeles
If you are looking for something different to do this weekend, we have a list of Bizarre Los Angeles Museums that might do the trick. Most of these museums are located in and around Hollywood, California, so visiting several in one day is possible. Valley Relics Museum is a Fantastic … [Read more...]
Best Southern California Outlet Malls & Factory Stores
Here is a list of the best Southern California Outlet Malls for your shopping pleasure. Outlets are where manufacturers sell their products directly to the public through branded stores. Savvy shoppers will reap significant savings when visiting these Outlets. Desert Hills Outlet … [Read more...]
Point Dume Nature Preserve Malibu Beach Day Trip
Point Dume Nature Preserve has one of the best views across the Southern California coast. On a clear day, you can see the Malibu coast to Santa Monica. The preserve is 32 acres and has several fenced trails, one leading to the summit of Point Dume and the other to the beach below. Stay on the path. … [Read more...]
Caspers Wilderness Park Day Use, Camping, and Hiking Trails
Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park is an expansive protected 8,000-acre wildlife preserve abutting the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains in the Cleveland National Forest. The park is accented with seasonal wildflower displays and running streams. Established in the early 1970s through the … [Read more...]
2024 Southern California Events Festivals & Fairs
Your Guide to Southern California Events Some of the most exciting events in Southern California only come around once a year. Every month, you can find a fair, festival, or activity that makes a great day trip. This calendar provides information on annual events from Los Angeles to San … [Read more...]
Dana Point California Day Trip Where to Go What to See
Dana Point is a beautiful coastal town located in Southern California. It was originally called Bahia Capistrano in the late 1700s and was a vital port for sailors traveling between San Diego and Santa Barbara. Today, Dana Point Harbor is a popular tourist destination that offers views of the … [Read more...]
Visiting Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden Cal State, Long Beach
Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden is a beautiful little gem on Long Beach State's campus. What the Garden lacks in size is made up of the beauty of the place. Dedicated in 1981, the Garden is designed to look like a miniature Tokyo Imperial Gardens. The Garden's main feature is a pond planted with … [Read more...]
Corona Del Mar California Day Trip Things To Do & See
Corona Del Mar is an upscale neighborhood situated on the coast of Newport Beach, California. It is located at the base of the San Joaquin Hills and faces the Pacific Ocean. The name "Crown of the Sea" in Spanish was given to the area due to its stunning location. In the past, Corona del Mar was a … [Read more...]
Trestles Beach Trail San Onofre State Beach A Surfers Paradise
Trestles Beach attracts surfers from all over the world to experience the perfect wave. Trestles is named after the railroad bridge over San Mateo Creek near the entrance to the beach. The 3½-mile-long beach features five surf breaks: Cotton, Uppers, Middles, Lowers, and Church. Trestles Beach has … [Read more...]
Little Tokyo Downtown Los Angeles Day Trip Things To Do & See
Little Tokyo is located in downtown Los Angeles and is the cultural center for Japanese Americans in Southern California. The Japanese Village Plaza is the heart of Little Tokyo and the center of activity. The Plaza is easy to find. Just look for the giant wooden fire tower that guards the entrance. … [Read more...]
Fort MacArthur Museum San Pedro Day Trip: Learn About History
There are not too many places you can visit to learn about Southern California's history and military history and enjoy magnificent views of the ocean. Still, there is one—Fort MacArthur in San Pedro. The Fort is located at the entrance to Los Angeles Harbor. A former United States Army installation … [Read more...]
Best Southern California Botanical Gardens
Southern California's Botanical Gardens are a perfect choice if you're looking for an affordable day trip. These stunning destinations offer free or low-cost admission, and most gardens include areas designed especially for kids. Spring is the most popular season to visit a SoCal Garden, but just … [Read more...]
Grand Central Market Los Angeles Day Trip: A Dining Experience
Amidst the lively hustle and bustle of Downtown Los Angeles sits the historic Grand Central Market. Since its doors opened in 1917, the Grand Central Market has represented and celebrated the diverse array of cultures and cuisines in the Los Angeles area almost a century ago. Grand Central Market … [Read more...]
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