19 days in California Itinerary
Created using Inspirock California journey planner
Start: San Francisco
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San Francisco
— 2 nights
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Sacramento
— 1 night
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Santa Clara
— 2 nights
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San Jose
— 1 night
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Santa Cruz
— 1 night
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Santa Barbara
— 1 night
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Malibu
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Santa Monica
Drive
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Santa Clarita
— 2 nights
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West Hollywood
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Beverly Hills
— 1 night
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Los Angeles
— 1 night
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Anaheim
— 2 nights
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Palm Springs
— 1 night
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Solana Beach
— 2 nights
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San Diego
— 1 night
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End: San Francisco
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San Francisco — 2 nights

City by the Bay
Your day by day itinerary now includes Aquarium of the Bay, San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour and Exploratorium. On the 24th (Fri), meet the residents at Aquarium of the Bay and then see the interesting displays at Exploratorium. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Sat): take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, examine the collection at Walt Disney Family Museum, and then go on a hair-raising tour with San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour.
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The Route module shows you travel options from your home to San Francisco. February in San Francisco sees daily highs of 62°F and lows of 48°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Sacramento.
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Before you visit San Francisco, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
The Route module shows you travel options from your home to San Francisco. February in San Francisco sees daily highs of 62°F and lows of 48°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Sacramento.
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Sacramento — 1 night

River City
Your day by day itinerary now includes Benovia Winery as well as Sacramento Zoo. On the 26th (Sun), awaken your taste buds at Benovia Winery, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Sacramento Zoo, and then see the interesting displays at California State Railroad Museum.
To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Sacramento day trip planner.
You can drive from San Francisco to Sacramento in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in February, plan for little chillier nights in Sacramento, with lows around 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Santa Clara.
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To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Sacramento day trip planner.
You can drive from San Francisco to Sacramento in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in February, plan for little chillier nights in Sacramento, with lows around 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Santa Clara.
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Santa Clara — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 27th (Mon): explore the venue of California Exposition & State Fair and then get in on the family fun at California's Great America. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Our Lady of Peace Church and then identify plant and animal life at Ulistac Natural Area.
To find ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read Santa Clara travel route site.
Traveling by car from Sacramento to Santa Clara takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In February, daily temperatures in Santa Clara can reach 65°F, while at night they dip to 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) to allow time to drive to San Jose.
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To find ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read Santa Clara travel route site.
Traveling by car from Sacramento to Santa Clara takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In February, daily temperatures in Santa Clara can reach 65°F, while at night they dip to 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) to allow time to drive to San Jose.
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San Jose — 1 night
Capital of Silicon Valley
You've now added Heritage Rose Garden to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 1st (Wed): relax and rejuvenate at Hanuman Yoga Retreat, then identify plant and animal life at Sunol Regional Wilderness, and then experience rural life at LJB Farms. On your second day here, take in nature's colorful creations at Heritage Rose Garden and then examine the collection at Japanese American Resource Center/Museum.
For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the San Jose trip app.
San Jose is very close to Santa Clara. In March in San Jose, expect temperatures between 68°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Santa Cruz.
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For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the San Jose trip app.
San Jose is very close to Santa Clara. In March in San Jose, expect temperatures between 68°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Santa Cruz.
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Santa Cruz — 1 night

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Santa Cruz vacation planner.
You can drive from San Jose to Santa Cruz in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Santa Cruz can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 45°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Santa Barbara.
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You can drive from San Jose to Santa Cruz in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Santa Cruz can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 45°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Santa Barbara.
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Santa Barbara — 1 night

The American Riviera
Your day by day itinerary now includes Pedego Electric Bikes Santa Barbara as well as Santa Barbara Ghost Walks. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): get a taste of local nightlife at Santa Barbara Ghost Walks, then get outside with Pedego Electric Bikes Santa Barbara, then take in the exciting artwork at Santa Barbara Art Glass, and finally trek along Cabrillo Bike Path.
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Fly from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Santa Barbara are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Malibu.
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Fly from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Santa Barbara are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Malibu.
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Your list of things to see and do now includes Catalina Island Company, Pepperdine University, Zuma Beach, and other attractions. On the 4th (Sat), enjoy the sand and surf at El Matador State Beach, kick back and relax at Paradise Cove, hike along Escondido Falls, then kick back and relax at Carbon Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Zuma Beach, and finally deepen your understanding at Pepperdine University.
To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Malibu trip builder site.
Traveling by car from Santa Barbara to Malibu takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Santa Barbara in March, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 54°F in Malibu. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can drive to Santa Monica.
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To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Malibu trip builder site.
Traveling by car from Santa Barbara to Malibu takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Santa Barbara in March, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 54°F in Malibu. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can drive to Santa Monica.
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Fortunate People in a Fortunate Land
To find ratings, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Santa Monica trip maker app.
Santa Monica is just a stone's throw from Malibu. In March, plan for daily highs up to 68°F, and evening lows to 54°F. On the 4th (Sat), you're off to Santa Clarita.
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Santa Monica is just a stone's throw from Malibu. In March, plan for daily highs up to 68°F, and evening lows to 54°F. On the 4th (Sat), you're off to Santa Clarita.
Santa Clarita — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): brush up on your military savvy at Joe Davies Heritage Airpark and then identify plant and animal life at Shambala Preserve. Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at St. Francis Dam-Ruins of Collapsed Dam, identify plant and animal life at Placerita Canyon Nature Center, and then see the interesting displays at Museum of the Bible.
To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Santa Clarita trip builder tool.
Getting from Santa Monica to Santa Clarita by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of tram and train. March in Santa Clarita sees daily highs of 72°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to West Hollywood.
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To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Santa Clarita trip builder tool.
Getting from Santa Monica to Santa Clarita by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of tram and train. March in Santa Clarita sees daily highs of 72°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to West Hollywood.
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To see other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our West Hollywood journey app.
Drive from Santa Clarita to West Hollywood in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and subway; or do a combination of train and bus. In March, daytime highs in West Hollywood are 68°F, while nighttime lows are 54°F. On the 6th (Mon), you're off to Beverly Hills.
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Drive from Santa Clarita to West Hollywood in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and subway; or do a combination of train and bus. In March, daytime highs in West Hollywood are 68°F, while nighttime lows are 54°F. On the 6th (Mon), you're off to Beverly Hills.
Beverly Hills — 1 night

To see where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Beverly Hills road trip app.
Beverly Hills is just a stone's throw from West Hollywood. In March, daily temperatures in Beverly Hills can reach 68°F, while at night they dip to 54°F. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Los Angeles.
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Beverly Hills is just a stone's throw from West Hollywood. In March, daily temperatures in Beverly Hills can reach 68°F, while at night they dip to 54°F. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Los Angeles.
Los Angeles — 1 night

City of Angels
Your day by day itinerary now includes Knott's Berry Farm, The Santee Alley, Jurassic Park The Ride, and other attractions you added. On the 7th (Tue), kick back and relax at Venice Beach and Boardwalk, partake in some friendly competition at Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt, examine the collection at Madame Tussauds Hollywood, then take an in-depth tour of Holocaust Museum LA, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Candy Cane Lane, and finally examine the collection at GRAMMY Museum. On the 8th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a stroll through Echo Park, make a trip to Sunset Boulevard, then go sightseeing with TMZ Celebrity Tour, and finally make a trip to Hollywood Walk of Fame.
To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read our Los Angeles trip planning site.
Los Angeles is just a stone's throw from Beverly Hills. Traveling from Beverly Hills in March, you will find days in Los Angeles are somewhat warmer (74°F), and nights are about the same (54°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Anaheim.
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To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read our Los Angeles trip planning site.
Los Angeles is just a stone's throw from Beverly Hills. Traveling from Beverly Hills in March, you will find days in Los Angeles are somewhat warmer (74°F), and nights are about the same (54°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Anaheim.
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Anaheim — 2 nights
Heart of Orange County
You've now added Treasure Island Beach to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): enjoy the sand and surf at Treasure Island Beach, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Orange County Coast, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Huntington State Beach. On the 10th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: catch some excitement at The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure, then discover the magic at Disney California Adventure Park, and then discover the magic at Radiator Springs Racers.
To see maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Anaheim travel route planner.
Drive from Los Angeles to Anaheim in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 75°F in March, and nighttime lows around 54°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Palm Springs.
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To see maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Anaheim travel route planner.
Drive from Los Angeles to Anaheim in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 75°F in March, and nighttime lows around 54°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Palm Springs.
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Palm Springs — 1 night

Your day by day itinerary now includes Palm Springs Art Museum, Indian Canyons, Toucans Tiki Lounge, and other attractions you added. On the 11th (Sat), find something for the whole family at Boomers! Palm Springs, join in the after-dark buzz at Toucans Tiki Lounge, then explore the ancient world of Indian Canyons, then admire the masterpieces at Palm Springs Art Museum, and finally hit the sights you want to with Starline Tours.
To find other places to visit, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read Palm Springs driving holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Anaheim to Palm Springs takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. While traveling from Anaheim, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Palm Springs, ranging from highs of 84°F to lows of 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can drive to Solana Beach.
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To find other places to visit, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read Palm Springs driving holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Anaheim to Palm Springs takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. While traveling from Anaheim, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Palm Springs, ranging from highs of 84°F to lows of 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can drive to Solana Beach.
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Solana Beach — 2 nights

Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Cardiff State Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Moonlight State Beach, and then kick back and relax at Moonlight Beach State Park.
To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Solana Beach holiday planner.
Explore your travel options from Palm Springs to Solana Beach with the Route module. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Palm Springs in March: high temperatures in Solana Beach hover around 67°F and lows are around 53°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to go by car to San Diego.
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To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Solana Beach holiday planner.
Explore your travel options from Palm Springs to Solana Beach with the Route module. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Palm Springs in March: high temperatures in Solana Beach hover around 67°F and lows are around 53°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to go by car to San Diego.
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San Diego — 1 night

America's Finest City
You've added The Cave Store, Spanish Village Art Center, Museum of Contemporary Art - Downtown, and other attractions to your itinerary. On the 13th (Mon), explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art - Downtown, look for gifts at The Cave Store, and then have fun at Balboa Park.
To find more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the San Diego journey builder app.
San Diego is very close to Solana Beach. In March, daily temperatures in San Diego can reach 69°F, while at night they dip to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.
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To find more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the San Diego journey builder app.
San Diego is very close to Solana Beach. In March, daily temperatures in San Diego can reach 69°F, while at night they dip to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.
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California travel guide
The Golden State
The country's most populous state, California includes landscapes that range from the forested northern coast to harsh southern deserts. Sandwiched right in the middle of the state is a fertile valley, home to farms, vineyards, and orchards. California's cities offer diverse attractions, from amusement parks and upscale shops to award-winning restaurants and innovative art galleries. Outside the state's big urban centers, places to visit include some of the nation's most rugged national parks, ancient forests, towering mountain peaks, and ski resorts. More than just a surfing destination famous for its beaches and winding coastal roads, California also boasts one of the world's largest economies, bolstered by the booming tech industries.