60 days in California Itinerary

On the 1st (Mon), get to know the fascinating history of Hollywood Walk of Fame and then get in on the family fun at Universal Studios Hollywood. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Walt Disney Concert Hall, watch a film at California Science Center, then examine the collection at The Getty Center, then see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds Hollywood, and finally see the sky in a new way at Griffith Observatory.

To find out how to plan a trip to Los Angeles, use our trip itinerary maker.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Los Angeles is an approximately 19.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Dubai to Los Angeles is minus 12 hours. In March, Los Angeles is slightly colder than Dubai - with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Beverly Hills.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Mulholland Drive and Arthur B. Ripley Desert Woodland State Park. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Beverly Hills: Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve (in Lancaster) and Santa Clarita (Mountasia Family Fun Center & Gibbon Conservation Center).

For maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Beverly Hills day trip site.

Beverly Hills is just a short distance from Los Angeles. Traveling from Los Angeles in March, expect nights in Beverly Hills to be about the same, around 14°C, while days are little chillier, around 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Pasadena.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sun): take in nature's colorful creations at Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, admire nature's extreme beauty at The Huntington Desert Garden, then take in nature's colorful creations at Descanso Gardens, and finally wander the streets of Old Pasadena. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Mon): make a trip to City of Pasadena City Hall, take in nature's colorful creations at The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens, then see the interesting displays at The Gamble House, then explore the world behind art at Norton Simon Museum, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Andrew Church.

To find maps, ratings, and tourist information, read our Pasadena route maker app.

Getting from Beverly Hills to Pasadena by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or ride a tram; or do a combination of bus and tram. Traveling from Beverly Hills in March, Pasadena is a bit cooler at night with lows of 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to drive to Anaheim.

Attractions like Disneyland Park and Anaheim Packing District make great kid-friendly stops. Get out of town with these interesting Anaheim side-trips: Ontario Mills (in Ontario), Salt Oasis (in Rancho Cucamonga) and March Field Air Museum (in Riverside). Have a day of magic on the 10th (Wed) at Disney California Adventure Park. Pack the 11th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Knott's Berry Farm. There's still lots to do: make an unforgettable trip to Downtown Disney District, admire the local landmark of Vietnam War Memorial, let little ones run wild at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, and test your problem-solving skills at Red Lantern Escape Rooms.

To see ratings, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Anaheim online sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Pasadena to Anaheim takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of tram and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Pasadena in March, things will get somewhat warmer in Anaheim: highs are around 28°C and lows about 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to drive to Palm Springs.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): explore the stunning scenery at Tahquitz Canyon, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, and finally pause for some photo ops at Desert Holocaust Memorial. Here are some ideas for day two: delve into the distant past at Indian Canyons, pause for some photo ops at Sonny Bono Statue, then explore the world behind art at Palm Springs Art Museum, then test your problem-solving skills at Escape Room Palm Springs, and finally deepen your understanding at Palm Springs Air Museum.

To find maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Palm Springs travel planning website.

Traveling by car from Anaheim to Palm Springs takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Anaheim in March: highs in Palm Springs hover around 34°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can drive to Julian.

On the 16th (Tue), make a trip to Galleta Meadows, admire nature's extreme beauty at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, and then take in breathtaking views at Coyote Canyon. Here are some ideas for day two: trek along Fonts Point, identify plant and animal life at California Overland Desert Excursions, then meet the residents at California Wolf Center, then stop by Julian Cider Mill, and finally discover the riches below the earth's surface at Eagle and High Peak Mine.

To find more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Julian trip itinerary website.

You can drive from Palm Springs to Julian in 2.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Palm Springs in March, with highs in Julian at 26°C and lows at 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to San Diego.

Family-friendly places like San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near San Diego: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens (in Encinitas) and LEGOLAND California (in Carlsbad). There's still lots to do: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at SeaWorld San Diego, browse the exhibits of Maritime Museum of San Diego, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Cabrillo National Monument, and see the interesting displays at USS Midway Museum.

For more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the San Diego planner.

Traveling by car from Julian to San Diego takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Julian in March, San Diego is a bit warmer at night with lows of 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can go by car to Newport Beach.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano, get outside with Outdoor Activities, identify plant and animal life at Sherman Library & Gardens, step off the mainland to explore Balboa Island, then pause for some photo ops at The Ben Carlson Memorial Statue, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Huntington Beach Pier. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Wed): kick back and relax at Newport Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Crystal Cove, then walk around Heisler Park, then walk around Brown's Park, and finally take in the waterfront at San Clemente Pier.

To find photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Newport Beach road trip site.

Getting from San Diego to Newport Beach by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. March in Newport Beach sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can drive to Long Beach.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Thu): grab your bike and head to Long Beach Waterfront, observe the fascinating underwater world at Aquarium of the Pacific, then browse the different shops at Shoreline Village, and finally see the interesting displays at The Queen Mary. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the waterfront at Redondo Beach Pier, kick back and relax at Manhattan Beach, then stroll through Redondo Beach, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Wayfarers Chapel, and finally stroll around Deane Dana Friendship Park and Nature Center.

To see photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Long Beach online itinerary planner.

You can drive from Newport Beach to Long Beach in an hour. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. March in Long Beach sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can drive to Santa Monica.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sat): tour the pleasant surroundings at Santa Monica Bay, take in the pleasant sights at 26-Mile Bike Path, appreciate the extensive heritage of Santa Monica Pier, then kick back and relax at Santa Monica State Beach, and finally get a taste of the local shopping with Third Street Promenade. Here are some ideas for day two: find something for the whole family at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

For other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Santa Monica online tour planner.

You can drive from Long Beach to Santa Monica in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or ride a tram; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in March, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can go by car to Malibu.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Mon): stroll around Wildwood Regional Park, examine the collection at Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, then stroll through Arroyo Simi Bike Path, then examine the collection at The Getty Villa, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Carbon Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Tue): admire the majestic nature at Point Dume State Beach and Preserve, stroll through Zuma Beach, then take in breathtaking views at Solstice Canyon, then walk around Malibu Bluffs Park, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Malibu Lagoon State Beach.

To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Malibu trip maker.

Traveling by car from Santa Monica to Malibu takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March in Malibu, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to drive to Santa Barbara.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Wed): admire the striking features of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, don't miss a visit to Old Mission Santa Barbara, walk around Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens, take in the waterfront at Stearns Wharf, then meet the residents at Santa Barbara Zoo, and finally wander the streets of State Street Underpass. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Thu): see some colorful creatures with Calboat Diving - Spectre Dive Boat, take a leisurely stroll along Santa Barbara Harbor, and then explore the world behind art at Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

To find ratings, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Santa Barbara trip website.

Traveling by car from Malibu to Santa Barbara takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Malibu in March since evenings lows in Santa Barbara dip to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) to allow time to drive to Fresno.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): take in nature's colorful creations at Forestiere Underground Gardens, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Fresno Chaffee Zoo, then take in nature's colorful creations at Shinzen Japanese Garden, then walk around Woodward Regional Park, and finally make a trip to Old Town Clovis. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at Children's Museum of the Sierra, don't miss a visit to Scenic Route Highway 49, then examine the collection at Fresno Flats Historical Park, and finally shop like a local with Bravo Farms.

To find maps and tourist information, read Fresno trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Santa Barbara to Fresno takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Santa Barbara in April: highs in Fresno hover around 30°C, while lows dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): take in the dramatic scenery at Bridalveil Fall. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Mon): explore the striking landscape at Half Dome, then take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, and then get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park travel route planner.

Getting from Fresno to Yosemite National Park by bus takes about 7 hours. Other options: drive. When traveling from Fresno in April, plan for a bit cooler days and colder nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 17°C by day to -2°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) to allow time to travel to South Lake Tahoe.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Tue): soothe aching muscles at Lake Tahoe Yoga, then capture your vacation like a pro with Tahoe Photographic Tours, then stroll through Adventure Mountain, and finally get outside with Outdoor Activities. On your second day here, kick back and relax at Sand Harbor, explore the activities along Lake Tahoe, get engrossed in the history at Gatekeeper's Museum, then explore the activities along Emerald Bay State Park, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Jobs Peak.

To find where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our South Lake Tahoe trip planner.

You can take a bus from Yosemite National Park to South Lake Tahoe in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, daytime highs in South Lake Tahoe are 15°C, while nighttime lows are -1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Sacramento.

On the 8th (Thu), tour the pleasant surroundings at McKinley Park, grab your bike and head to American River Bicycle Trail, see the interesting displays at California State Railroad Museum, then admire the masterpieces at Crocker Art Museum, and finally see the interesting displays at Old Sacramento. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 9th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at California State Capitol Museum, steep yourself in history at Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Sacramento Zoo, then admire the striking features of Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park, and finally stroll around Capitol Park.

To find reviews, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Sacramento online visit planner.

You can drive from South Lake Tahoe to Sacramento in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from South Lake Tahoe in April: high temperatures in Sacramento hover around 27°C and lows are around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can go by car to Napa.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Sat): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, stop by Oxbow Public Market, then take in the pleasant sights at Riverfront Promenade, then soar above the sights with a balloon tour, and finally take in the local highlights with Walking tours. Keep things going the next day: find something for the whole family at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.

To see reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Napa online road trip planner.

Getting from Sacramento to Napa by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Sacramento in April since evenings lows in Napa dip to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can drive to Sonoma.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Sonoma Coast State Beach and Sonoma Barracks. Explore Sonoma's surroundings by going to Food & Farm Tours (in Point Reyes Station) and Tule Elk Preserve (in Point Reyes National Seashore). Next up on the itinerary: bet on your favorite at Simraceway Performance Driving Center, get a taste of the local shopping with Lisa Kristine Gallery Sonoma, take in the history at Mission San Francisco Solano, and trek along Jack London State Historic Park.

To find other places to visit, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Sonoma trip planner.

Sonoma is very close to Napa. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in April, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Sausalito.

On the 15th (Thu), look for all kinds of wild species at Marin Headlands, see the interesting displays at The Marine Mammal Center, take some stellar pictures from Vista Point, then have fun and explore at Bay Area Discovery Museum, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Sausalito Boardwalk. Keep things going the next day: explore the striking landscape of Mount Tamalpais State Park, stroll through Muir Beach, then explore the striking landscape of Muir Woods National Monument, and finally head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read Sausalito driving holiday planning app.

Getting from Sonoma to Sausalito by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Sonoma in April, expect a bit warmer with lows of 11°C in Sausalito. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Berkeley.

On the 17th (Sat), browse the fresh offerings at Monterey Market, steep yourself in history at Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park, and then learn about winemaking at Riggers Loft Wine Company. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Sather Tower, gain insight at University of California, Berkeley, then browse the exhibits of Lawrence Hall of Science, then stroll around John Muir National Historic Site, and finally stroll around Tilden Regional Park.

For where to stay and more tourist information, go to the Berkeley trip maker.

Drive from Sausalito to Berkeley in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and subway. In April, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Oakland.

On the 19th (Mon), walk around Anthony Chabot Regional Park, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Oakland Zoo, then stroll around Redwood Regional Park, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Oakland California Temple, and finally admire the landmark architecture of The Cathedral of Christ the Light. On the 20th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Rotary Nature Center and Waterfowl Refuge, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Merritt, then don't miss a visit to Jack London Square, then browse the exhibits of USS Potomac, and finally take in the waterfront at Port View Park.

For photos, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Oakland vacation planning app.

Oakland is just a stone's throw from Berkeley. In April, daily temperatures in Oakland can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to go by car to San Jose.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): get engrossed in the history at Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, then meet the residents at Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, then engage your brain at The Tech Interactive, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph. On the 22nd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the architecture and design of Stanford University, take a stroll through Stanford Shopping Center, then engage your brain at Children's Discovery Museum, and finally admire the natural beauty at Municipal Rose Garden.

To find photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our San Jose trip planner.

You can drive from Oakland to San Jose in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a subway; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in April, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Santa Cruz.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): immerse yourself in nature at Point Lobos, then cruise along 17-Mile Drive, then observe the fascinating underwater world at Monterey Bay Aquarium, and finally browse the fresh offerings at Pacific Grove Certified Farmers' Market. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: immerse yourself in nature at Wilder Ranch State Park, then take a memorable drive along West Cliff Drive, then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and finally find something for the whole family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

To see more things to do, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Santa Cruz day trip tool.

You can drive from San Jose to Santa Cruz in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to San Francisco.

Family-friendly places like Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park will thrill your kids. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Alcatraz Island, go for a walk through Lombard Street, engage your brain at California Academy of Sciences, and get a taste of the local shopping with Ferry Building Marketplace.

For reviews, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our San Francisco trip itinerary planning website.

Getting from Santa Cruz to San Francisco by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in April, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.