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Cal Things To Do

1. Canyon Hills Community Park

6.8
34360 Canyon Hills Rd (Canyon Hills & Cottonwood Hills), Lake Elsinore, CA
Park · Lake Elsinore Hills District · 3 tips and reviews

Tim L.Tim L.: Nice little dog park area with shaded areas for the pet owners.

Summerhill Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

2. Summerhill Park

Summerhill Dr (at Canyon Estates Dr), Lake Elsinore, CA
Park · Lake Elsinore Hills District · No tips or reviews
Elm Grove Beach is one of Cal Things To Do.

3. Elm Grove Beach

Lindsay Street (Lakeshore Drive), Lake Elsinore, CA
Park · No tips or reviews

4. Lakepoint Park

7.7
Lake Elsinore, CA
Park · 4 tips and reviews

James F.James Festini-Realtor: The view of the lake is great, the snack bar is open during m-th at 5 during football season, flat running course real good.

5. Econo Lodge Lake Elsinore Casino

5.4
20930 Malaga Rd, Lake Elsinore, CA
Casino · Lake Elsinore Hills District · 16 tips and reviews

Gary S.Gary Sherman: Streak and egg special....the bomb

Capitol Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

6. Capitol Park

9.1
L St (btwn 10th & 15th St), Sacramento, CA
Park · Downtown Sacramento · 38 tips and reviews

7. California State Railroad Museum

9.2
125 I St (at 2nd St), Sacramento, CA
History Museum · Old Sacramento · 36 tips and reviews

Louie 李景雲 L.Louie 李景雲 Lee: Don't miss the sleeper car and dining car in the back. The sleeper car shakes!

8. Old Sacramento State Historic Park

4.6
1000 Front St (btwn Capitol Mall & I St), Sacramento, CA
State or Provincial Park · Old Sacramento · 22 tips and reviews

David H.David Hylton: The railroad museum is the best in the country

9. Music Circus

8.1
1419 H St (at 15th St), Sacramento, CA
Theater · Mansion Flats · 8 tips and reviews

ChrisChris: For the best sight lines, I go with Row O or back, especially away from the longer aisles. You have a better view over the people in front and can see all the action in the theatre.

The California Museum is one of Cal Things To Do.

10. The California Museum

8.0
1020 O St (at 10th St), Sacramento, CA
Museum · Downtown Sacramento · 10 tips and reviews

💕Linds💕💕Linds💕: Great exhibits!

11. Sacramento History Museum

7.9
101 I St, Sacramento, CA
History Museum · Old Sacramento · 5 tips and reviews

Jinnie L.Jinnie L: get a membership ;) free enter for a year & discounted or even free admission to over 200 museums nationwide!

12. Old Sacramento Schoolhouse Museum

7.4
1200 Front St, Sacramento, CA
History Museum · Old Sacramento · 3 tips and reviews

KatrinaKatrina: This was actually really cute. Stop by.

13. Sutter's Fort State Historic Park

7.1
2701 L St (at 28th St), Sacramento, CA
State or Provincial Park · Midtown · 13 tips and reviews

TWO MEN AND A TRUCKTWO MEN AND A TRUCK: On Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school year you can see 4th and 5th grade school groups dressed in costume while participating in period activities.

14. Old Sacramento

8.5
Sacramento, CA
Neighborhood · 36 tips and reviews

Gary S.Gary Schaefer: Novelty and dessert shops

Bernal Heights Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

15. Bernal Heights Park

9.5
10 Bernal Heights Blvd (at Anderson St), San Francisco, CA
Park · Bernal Heights · 88 tips and reviews
Castro Theatre is one of Cal Things To Do.

16. Castro Theatre

9.2
429 Castro St (btwn 18th & Market), San Francisco, CA
Indie Movie Theater · Castro · 118 tips and reviews
California Academy of Sciences is one of Cal Things To Do.

17. California Academy of Sciences

9.4
55 Music Concourse Dr (at Martin Luther King Jr Dr), San Francisco, CA
Science Museum · Golden Gate Park · 510 tips and reviews
Legion of Honor is one of Cal Things To Do.

18. Legion of Honor

9.3
100 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA
Art Museum · 114 tips and reviews

Cristian G.Cristian Gonzalez: Architecturally inspiring -amazing views to the Golden Gate Bridge. Rodin's The Thinker frames the entrance, setting the tone for a unique collection. From medieval to modern art, Rodin to porcelain.

San Francisco Cable Car Museum is one of Cal Things To Do.

19. San Francisco Cable Car Museum

9.1
1201 Mason St (at Washington St), San Francisco, CA
History Museum · Nob Hill · 81 tips and reviews

Doug A.Doug Ales: Free admission, open 7 days / week, see the machines that pull the cable car cables

Palace of Fine Arts is one of Cal Things To Do.

20. Palace of Fine Arts

9.5
3301 Lyon St (btwn Bay & Jefferson St), San Francisco, CA
Historic and Protected Site · Marina District · 206 tips and reviews

21. Golden Gate Park Carousel

8.6
198 John F Kennedy Dr (Golden Gate Park), San Francisco, CA
Attraction · Golden Gate Park · 11 tips and reviews

Jess L.Jess L: Gorgeous old carousel that both of my kids love. Get tickets from the concession stand.

22. Pioneer Park

9.1
Telegraph Hill Blvd, San Francisco, CA
Park · Telegraph Hill · 3 tips and reviews

Owen T.Owen Thomas: Check out the trails leading down from the Coit Tower parking lot for great, little-seen views of the Bay.

Washington Square Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

23. Washington Square Park

8.8
Columbus Ave (btwn Filbert & Union St), San Francisco, CA
Park · North Beach · 73 tips and reviews
Fisherman's Wharf is one of Cal Things To Do.

24. Fisherman's Wharf

2801 Leavenworth St (at Bay St), San Francisco, CA
Pier · Fishermans Wharf · 337 tips and reviews
Lands End Lookout is one of Cal Things To Do.

25. Lands End Lookout

9.6
22 Merrie Way (at Point Lobos Ave), San Francisco, CA
Scenic Lookout · 43 tips and reviews
Golden Gate Heights Mosaic Stairway is one of Cal Things To Do.

26. Golden Gate Heights Mosaic Stairway

9.3
Moraga St (btwn 15th & 16th Ave), San Francisco, CA
Scenic Lookout · Golden Gate Heights · 50 tips and reviews

Christie H.Christie Heikkinen: A beautiful hidden staircase covered in tiles. It's quite a climb all the way to the top! Head to the top of Grand View Park after for an amazing view of the city.

27. Hamon Education Tower Observation Deck

9.2
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr (at the de Young Museum), San Francisco, CA
Scenic Lookout · Golden Gate Park · 20 tips and reviews

Jess F.Jess Falkenthal: One of the best secret views of San Francisco from above.

28. San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

9.0
Beach St, San Francisco, CA
National Park · 29 tips and reviews

Stephanie R.Stephanie Robinson: Great place for views of the city and a romantic walk.

29. Old Cathedral of Saint Mary

8.4
660 California St (at Grant Ave), San Francisco, CA
Church · Chinatown · 14 tips and reviews

EdwinaEdwina: Noontime mass @ 12:05

30. Billy Goat Hill Park

8.7
300 Beacon St (at Harry St), San Francisco, CA
Park · Fairmount · 24 tips and reviews

Kathy 👩🏻‍💻 L.Kathy 👩🏻‍💻 Lin: Great views of SF and Bernal Hill. Sorta muddy after it rains but has a staircase so not too much of a problem.

31. Chinatown Gate

8.0
500 Bush St (at Grant Ave), San Francisco, CA
Monument · Chinatown · 70 tips and reviews

Emilio C.Emilio C: The only authentic Chinatown gate in the country.

Ferry Building Marketplace is one of Cal Things To Do.

32. Ferry Building Marketplace

9.3
1 Ferry Building (at The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Market · Financial District · 468 tips and reviews

33. Route 66 Mother Road Museum

7.8
685 N 1st Ave, Barstow, CA
History Museum · 3 tips and reviews

David E.David Ebel: When company comes in for a visit, the museum will

34. Western America Railroad Museum

7.3
685 N 1st Ave, Barstow, CA
History Museum · 3 tips and reviews

Route 66 MotelRoute 66 Motel: Railroad museums are a must stop. Be sure to visit them and enjoy the wonderful history our trains offer us.

Mojave River Valley Museum is one of Cal Things To Do.

35. Mojave River Valley Museum

270 E Virginia Way, Barstow, CA
History Museum · No tips or reviews

36. Route 66 Motel

7.1
195 W Main St (First St), Barstow, CA
Motel · 22 tips and reviews

Ved S.Ved Shandil: Stop in an see our new tribute to Route 66. Our Route 66 Mural. Over 100 Feet long.

37. Fox Theater

8.2
2001 H St (at 20th St), Bakersfield, CA
Concert Hall · Downtown Bakersfield · 8 tips and reviews

D O.D O: Super pretty old movie theatre in downtown Bakersfield

38. Kern County Museum

8.5
3801 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA
History Museum · 1 tip

C-SPANC-SPAN: Kern County Museum includes over 50 buildings that represent the history of Kern through the 19th century. To learn more about the homes and the families that lived there check out this C-SPAN video. Read more.

39. California Living Museum (CALM)

7.9
10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy, Bakersfield, CA
Zoo · 9 tips and reviews

ASG V.ASG Vets: CALM is closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

40. Buck Owen's Crystal Palace

7.3
2800 Buck Owens Blvd, Bakersfield, CA
Music Venue · 18 tips and reviews

Adam R.Adam R: Fun spot. Viewing is a little awkward, but nice and cozy

41. The Bakersfield Sign

7.5
Sillect Ave (at Buck Owens Blvd), Bakersfield, CA
Monument · 3 tips and reviews

Amber C.Amber Cramer: I remember when this thing connected the hotels on union And you could walk across it

42. World of Wonders Science Museum

8.1
2 N Sacramento St (btwn W Pine & W Elm St), Lodi, CA
Science Museum · 3 tips and reviews

LaRonica F.LaRonica Fisher: Great place for kids. Small, but worth the money

43. Faria Beach Park

8.1
4350 Pacific Coast Hwy (at Faria Rd), Ventura, CA
Park · 3 tips and reviews

Chris N.Chris Nowell: Perfect weather, not too many people, clean, rv parking off highway and with hookups in camping area

44. Father Serra Cross

8.5
Father Serra Cross, Ventura, CA
Scenic Lookout · 4 tips and reviews

Micah G.Micah G: Sweeping views of the city atop this Ventura landmark!

45. Mission San Buenaventura

7.2
211 E Main St, Ventura, CA
Church · 8 tips and reviews

FamilyFunFamilyFun: Stroll through the mission's beautiful gardens, then browse the shops along the palm-tree lined street. Don't forget to pop into an ice-cream shop!

46. Santa Monica Pier Carousel

8.5
200 Santa Monica Pier # A, Santa Monica, CA
Attraction · Downtown Santa Monica · 29 tips and reviews

Monera A.Monera A: The best sunset is here and some of the performers are great.

47. West Roller Coaster

7.8
200 Santa Monica Blvd Pier Santa, Santa Monica, CA
Attraction · Downtown Santa Monica · 12 tips and reviews

JJ: Beautiful view but very mild, more like a tram than a roller coaster

48. South Santa Monica Beach

9.4
Off Ocean Front, Santa Monica, CA
Beach · Ocean Park · 29 tips and reviews

Chantell D.Chantell Dawn: Beautiful sand, surf, and palms ♡

Spyglass Hills Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

49. Spyglass Hills Park

8.5
1-59 El Capitan Dr, Newport Beach, CA
Park · 1 tip
Jetty View Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

50. Jetty View Park

8.5
Jetty View Park, Newport Beach, CA
Park · 1 tip

51. Original Muscle Beach

8.8
1746 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA
Beach · Downtown Santa Monica · 22 tips and reviews

Katrina R.Katrina Reffner: i can watch those boys play on the rings all day long.... so yummy!

Shoreline Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

52. Shoreline Park

9.3
1201-1399 Shoreline Dr (btw La Marina & San Rafael Ave), Santa Barbara, CA
Park · Mesa · 17 tips and reviews

53. Santa Barbara Historical Museum

8.0
136 E DE La Guerra St (at Santa Barbara), Santa Barbara, CA
History Museum · Santa Barbara Downtown · 5 tips and reviews

Kilho P.Kilho Park: Great place to throw a party...been to a couple. Great space, scenic, patrons will be impressed. Plus it's right in the heart of Santa Barbara.

54. Chase Palm Park

8.6
300 E Cabrillo Blvd (btw Garden St & S Calle Cesar Chavez), Santa Barbara, CA
Park · 9 tips and reviews

Visit Santa BarbaraVisit Santa Barbara: ] Every Sunday, Chase Palm Park is host to the weekly Arts & Crafts show. Looking toward to the water, arts will be to the right of the rec center & crafts will be to the left. Admission is FREE!

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is one of Cal Things To Do.

55. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

7.6
113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA
History Museum · 2 tips and reviews

Elizabeth R.Elizabeth Reed: Art exhiit @ museum.

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

56. El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

7.9
123 E Canon Perdido St (at Santa Barbara), Santa Barbara, CA
Historic and Protected Site · Santa Barbara Downtown · 4 tips and reviews

Jackson T.Jackson Tsai: Historical site and make sure you recharge with a cup of great coffee across the street! (Handlebar)

Santa Barbara Courthouse is one of Cal Things To Do.

57. Santa Barbara Courthouse

9.3
1100 Anacapa St (at E Anapamu St), Santa Barbara, CA
Courthouse · Santa Barbara Downtown · 45 tips and reviews

58. Old Mission Santa Barbara

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

John K.John Kidde: A historic site in California history. Learn about early California and take a tour of the gardens and the mission itself.

59. Petersen Automotive Museum

9.1
6060 Wilshire Blvd (at Fairfax Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Museum · Miracle Mile · 91 tips and reviews

Mah SaMah Sa: Fabulous architecture! Historical and famous cars !

Grand Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

60. Grand Park

9.1
200 N Grand Ave (btwn Temple & 1st St), Los Angeles, CA
Park · Civic Center · 83 tips and reviews

Jonathan K.Jonathan Kramer: The ideal park: quiet, yet right in the middle of downtown, ample seating, clean, amazing views of great buildings like City Hall and a nice coffee shop. Every neighborhood needs one a Grand Park.

Point Fermin Park is one of Cal Things To Do.

61. Point Fermin Park

9.1
807 W Paseo del Mar (at Gaffey), San Pedro, CA
Park · 23 tips and reviews

62. Madame Tussauds Hollywood

8.5
6933 Hollywood Blvd (at Orange Dr), Los Angeles, CA
Museum · 70 tips and reviews

JaceJace: Really cool. I been to other wax museums and this is the best of the best.

63. Bronson Canyon Park

8.6
3200 Canyon Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Park · 13 tips and reviews

Mz A.Mz Ahmad: This park is what keeps me in my neighborhood. It's a hidden gem. Perfect for picnics and hiking the trails above...

64. The Top of Beverly Hills

9.1
400 Walker Dr, Beverly Hills, CA
Arts and Entertainment · 6 tips and reviews

John K.John Kidde: It's all about the view here. On a clear day, it's pretty damn impressive.

65. The Hollywood Museum

8.4
1660 N Highland Ave (at Hollywood Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Museum · Central Hollywood · 15 tips and reviews

Its Maky B.Its Maky Bitch: My favorite place: Max Factor antiques, Marilyn Monroe exhibition & movies memorabilia for only $15

66. Arts District

Los Angeles, CA
Neighborhood · 25 tips and reviews

Gene R.Gene Ragan: Check out the murals and street art. Lot's of really creative work on many of the buildings.

67. The Point at the Bluffs

8.3
15478-15598 N Mt Holyoke Ave, Pacific Palisades, CA
Scenic Lookout · 2 tips and reviews

Justin M.Justin Mather: Top 5 best views in LA.

Venice Beach is one of Cal Things To Do.

68. Venice Beach

9.2
Pacific Ave (Speedway), Venice, CA
Beach · 615 tips and reviews

69. Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook

9.3
6300 Hetzler Rd (at Jefferson Blvd.), Culver City, CA
Scenic Lookout · 79 tips and reviews

Tiffany D.Tiffany DeSena: Beautiful hike, but no puppies allowed. :-(

Griffith Observatory is one of Cal Things To Do.

70. Griffith Observatory

9.4
2800 E Observatory Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Observatory · 644 tips and reviews

71. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

8.5
3911 S Figueroa St (btw Exposition & MLK), Los Angeles, CA
College Football Field · 81 tips and reviews

Didier D.Didier Dorga: Great place to see USC football, bring cash for concessions, go on campus first and walk in with the band.

72. Hollywood Forever Cemetery

8.7
6000 Santa Monica Boulevard, California
Cemetery · 80 tips and reviews

Greta A.Greta Anderson: Movies & Picnic under the stars!! Fun venue when you can get in! Get's Crowded....get there early!! Read more.