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Day One: Start with Breakfast in Pismo Beach

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend on California's Central Coast ➡️

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Surfside Donuts and Coffee

4.6 (505 Google reviews)

603 Dolliver St
Pismo Beach, CA

Open daily except Tuesdaysee hourshide hours

Monday:

6:00 – 11:00 AM

Tuesday:

Closed

Wednesday:

6:00 – 11:00 AM

Thursday:

6:00 – 11:00 AM

Friday:

6:00 – 11:00 AM

Saturday:

6:00 – 11:00 AM

Sunday:

6:00 – 11:00 AM

Between the bustling energy of Los Angeles and the sophistication of San Francisco lies California's Central Coast, a region where time seems to slow down and nature takes center stage. Begin your Central Coast adventure in Pismo Beach at Surfside Donuts, where locals line up for creative flavors like peanut butter Oreo and blueberry cream cheese. (Perfectly executed classics are available too.) Plan your Central Coast getaway and view the full itinerary at the "Visit Website" link.

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Outdoor Adventures in Avila Beach

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Avila Valley Barn

4.7 (4.3K Google reviews)

560 Avila Beach Dr
San Luis Obispo, CA

Open daily until 5:00 PMsee hourshide hours

Monday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

After you’ve fueled up, make your way to nearby Avila Beach for a gentle bike ride along the Bob Jones Trail, also known as the "City to the Sea Trail.” Pedal over to Avila Valley Barn, a working farm that has become a beloved local institution. Here, you can feed friendly goats, sample fresh-pressed apple cider, indulge in housemade ice cream, and stock up on just-picked produce from surrounding farms. Plan your Central Coast getaway and view the full itinerary at the "Visit Website" link.

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Hiking and Coastal Views in Los Osos

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Montaña de Oro State Park

4.9 (4.0K Google reviews)

3550 Pecho Valley Rd
San Luis Obispo County, CA

Open daily until 10:00 PMsee hourshide hours

Monday:

6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Tuesday:

6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Wednesday:

6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Thursday:

6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Friday:

6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Saturday:

6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday:

6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Next, head to Montaña de Oro State Park in Los Osos, where coves, caves, and gnarly sea stacks showcase the raw beauty of the Central Coast. Take time to explore Spooner's Cove or hike the Bluff Trail for spectacular ocean views. Plan your Central Coast getaway and view the full itinerary at the "Visit Website" link.

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Eat and Stay in Morro Bay

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Morro Bay

Morro Bay, California, United States

Drive north to Morro Bay for lunch at The Galley, where the ahi tuna poke bowls and grilled halibut are served with unobstructed views of Morro Rock. Post-lunch, get an even closer look at this natural wonder with Rock Kayak. You can paddle alongside harbor seals and sea otters in the protected waters of the bay. After all that, it’s time to check into the Anderson Inn, where bay-view rooms offer private balconies—perfect for watching the sunset paint the evening sky. Plan your Central Coast getaway and view the full itinerary at the "Visit Website" link.

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Day Two: Explore and Dine in Cambria

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Robin's Restaurant

4.6 (1.5K Google reviews)

4095 Burton Dr
Cambria, CA

Open dailysee hourshide hours

Monday:

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM

Tuesday:

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM

Wednesday:

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM

Thursday:

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM

Friday:

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM

Saturday:

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM

Sunday:

10:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM

Begin your second day exploring the enchanting town of Cambria, where pine forests meet the sea. For lunch, secure a garden table at Robin's Restaurant, located in an inviting adobe home just off Main Street. The globally inspired menu features everything from Vietnamese spring rolls to Indian curry, all crafted with local ingredients. Plan your Central Coast getaway and view the full itinerary at the "Visit Website" link.

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A Must-See: Hearst Castle and Its Hidden Gems

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Hearst Castle

4.6 (12.0K Google reviews)

750 Hearst Castle Rd
San Simeon, CA

Open daily until 4:00 PMsee hourshide hours

Monday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

No Central Coast excursion is complete without a visit to Hearst Castle, newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst's stunning San Simeon estate. This 165-room Mediterranean Revival mansion, designed by architect Julia Morgan between 1919 and 1947, showcases an incomparable collection of European art and antiques. Plan your Central Coast getaway and view the full itinerary at the "Visit Website" link.

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Spot Elephant Seals in San Simeon

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Friends Of The Elephant Seal Visitor Center

4.7 (666 Google reviews)

250 San Simeon Ave
San Simeon, CA

Open daily until 4:00 PMsee hourshide hours

Monday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Put an exclamation point on your weekend with a visit to the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery, home to one of the largest colonies of northern elephant seals in North America. Plan your Central Coast getaway and view the full itinerary at the "Visit Website" link.

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