Things to do in Central Coast California

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A beach with surfers in the water and one walking with a surfboard.
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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

P1,247
per traveler
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

P623
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Avila Beach: Wildlife and Coastal Paddle Tour

Avila Beach: Wildlife and Coastal Paddle Tour

P6,240
per adult
Avila Beach: Wildlife and Coastal Paddle Tour
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Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour

Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour

Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 244 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,090 per adult
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Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Activity duration is 1 day
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,442 per adult
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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 20 minutes
6.2 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Price is P 501 per adult
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Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,076 per adult
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Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 6 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,327 per adult
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
Experience America's classic seaside fun at this historic amusement park, home to two National Historic Landmarks. Ride the 1924 Giant Dipper wooden coaster or enjoy carnival games before stepping onto the sandy beach.
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Bakersfield

A coastal city with a long pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

Oxnard

A two-story building with a gabled roof, a flagpole with an American flag, and a sign that reads "Alain Pinel."

Carmel

A colorful courtyard with a yellow building, a wooden bench, and a shop with a sign reading "Cinnabar".

Cambria

A coastal landscape with cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and distant mountains.

Ventura

A pier extending into calm waters with a clear reflection, surrounded by hills and a clear sky.

Arroyo Grande

A city with a highway and surrounding mountains.

Agoura Hills

A beach with a pier, houses, and palm trees.

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