Title: Visit California: Best of California Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [California Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-California.d206.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in California](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-California.d206.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[California Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-California.d206.Flight-Destinations)[California Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-California.d206.Car-Hire-Destinations)[California Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/California.d206.Holidays-City-Breaks) # California Travel Guide ## United States of America ![Orange County which includes street scenes, a house and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21222-Orange-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![California](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/475000/475527-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Yosemite National Park featuring a lake or waterhole, tranquil scenes and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/203000/203209-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Balboa Park which includes landscape views, mist or fog and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21287-Balboa-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Francisco featuring general coastal views, a beach and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206699-San-Francisco.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### The Golden State is almost its own country, packing in iconic sights, spectacular national parks and chilled-out coastal towns with friendly, welcoming locals. California seems to have it all. Sun-seekers can head straight to the southern coast for laid-back beach towns and days of surfing. Adventure-addicts have miles and miles of untamed landscape to explore, while culture buffs are offered some of the most artistically minded cities in the whole country. Combine all of these and more on a trip to the welcoming and warm Golden State. Discover California’s history hidden in pockets across the state, which joined the union in 1850 as the 31st state. Explore 18th-century Spanish missions and 19th-century gold prospecting state parks that chart the story of the state’s first European settlers. Start your exploration of California in the thriving, thrilling city of Los Angeles. Experience laid-back coastal suburbs, the glistening lights of Hollywood and magical family attractions such as the original *Disneyland*® Park. Hike through Griffith Park, home of the Los Angeles Zoo and Griffith Observatory for some of the best views of the City of Angels. Don’t miss San Francisco, the home of iconic sights such as Alcatraz, the winding roads of Lombard Street and, of course, the Golden Gate Bridge. Hop between some of the state’s finest cultural attractions, including the California Academy of Sciences, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the Asian Art Museum. Northern California is all about adventure in breathtaking scenery. Hike to the top of Half Dome Peak in Yosemite National Park or enjoy kayaking and rock climbing in Big Sur. Central California hosts the dramatic golden desert of Death Valley, one of the hottest places in the world. Drive down the coastal highway to Southern California for some of the best beaches in the U.S. Trendy beach towns such as Venice, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach offer relaxed charm and the chance to bodyboard. Coronado Beach is popular with families while many surfers head to Salt Creek Beach. California’s major cities all have busy airports, including the west coast hub of Los Angeles International Airport. The Golden State truly is a year-round destination, with exhilarating activities and things to see in every season. ### Popular cities in California [Los AngelesKnown for Entertainment, Theatres and Sports](https://expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles.dx178280) Relax on the beaches, be thrilled at the theme parks and experience culture in the museums and art galleries of this sprawling Southern California city. ## Reasons to visit - Crypto.com Arena - Los Angeles Convention Center - L.A. Live [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles.dx178280)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels.d178280.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [San FranciscoKnown for Chinatown, Theatres and Art](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco.dx178305) The city with a beautiful bay, famous red bridge and infamous fog welcomes you to enjoy art, history, shopping and outdoor activities. ## Reasons to visit - Oracle Park - Pier 39 - Union Square [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco.dx178305)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels.d178305.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [San DiegoKnown for Beaches, Sea and Ports](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego.dx3073) On the sun-drenched Pacific coast, this Southern California city provides great beaches, a famous zoo, historic sites and exciting nightlife. ## Reasons to visit - San Diego Convention Center - Petco Park - Waterfront Park [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego.dx3073)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels.d3073.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [SacramentoKnown for Historical, Sports and Theatres](https://expedia.co.uk/Sacramento.dx180049) Go gold panning, admire historic architecture and explore fascinating museums in the capital of California, a city constructed on the funds from boomtown fortunes. ## Reasons to visit - Golden 1 Center - Sacramento Zoo - California State Capitol [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Sacramento.dx180049)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Sacramento-Hotels.d180049.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [OaklandKnown for Sports, Entertainment and Theatres](https://expedia.co.uk/Oakland.dx601762) Farmers markets, a multicultural culinary scene, stunning art deco architecture and an exciting zoo make Oakland a must-visit location for Bay area visitors. ## Reasons to visit - Fox Theater - Jack London Square - University of California, Berkeley [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Oakland.dx601762)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels.d601762.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [San JoseKnown for Live music, Theatres and Sports](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose.dx602703) Snap photos of the surrounding mountains and enjoy the sunshine as you learn about innovation in the unofficial capital of Silicon Valley. ## Reasons to visit - Santana Row Shopping Center - San Jose McEnery Convention Center - Winchester Mystery House [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose.dx602703)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels.d602703.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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