CACalifornia Travel & Attractions

Top attractions

Yosemite, Death Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Disneyland, Big Sur, Lake Tahoe, Joshua Tree, Hollywood, Napa Valley.

Best time to visit

Year-round, though summer can be intensely hot. Spring and fall offer the best balance.

Getting around

California is very large — plan for long drives between major destinations. Major airports serve Los Angeles and Sacramento.

Route 66

California is on the historic Route 66 — the "Mother Road" that runs from Chicago to LA. Several preserved stretches and roadside attractions remain.

Quick travel facts

• Time zone: Pacific
• Region: West
• Capital: Sacramento
• Largest city: Los Angeles
• Borders Mexico — passport options for cross-border day trips

Bordering states

Explore further