California Things to Do

This scenic drive begins in Carmel, passing through Pacific Grove and culminates at Pebble Beach. Along the way discover the deep green Del Monte Forest, Pebble Beach Resort's golf courses, magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean, natural environments - Point Joe, Restless Sea, China Rock and Lone Cypress, as well as birds and sea lions. More

This scenic drive begins in Carmel, passing through Pacific Grove and culminates at Pebble Beach. Along the way discover the deep green Del Monte Forest, Pebble Beach Resort's golf courses, magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean, natural environments - Point Joe, Restless Sea, China Rock and Lone Cypress, as well as birds and sea lions.

The American Cinematheque, a non-profit organization, utilizes two theaters, the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica and the Egyptian Theater* in Hollywood. Both locations serve to screens rare, classic, and independent films.

The Aero Theatre opened January 10, 1940. It was built by Donald Douglas of Douglas Aircraft fame. Today, it is one of the few remaining single-screen neighborhood theaters in the Los Angeles area. Restored by American Cinematheque, The Aero features new... More

The American Cinematheque, a non-profit organization, utilizes two theaters, the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica and the Egyptian Theater* in Hollywood. Both locations serve to screens rare, classic, and independent films.

The Aero Theatre opened January 10, 1940. It was built by Donald Douglas of Douglas Aircraft fame. Today, it is one of the few remaining single-screen neighborhood theaters in the Los Angeles area. Restored by American Cinematheque, The Aero features new projection and sound systems and enhanced acoustics, as well as a renovated concession stand. The exterior features of the building, including the marquee, roofline, storefronts and ticket booth, remain intact.

This internationally renowned aquarium creatively examines the treasures of the Pacific Ocean, the planet's largest, most diverse body of water. The aquarium explores three regions of the Pacific Ocean: sunny Southern California/Baja Pacific, the frigid waters of the Northern Pacific and the coral reefs of the Tropical Pacific.

The facility's sweeping, wave-like architecture was designed to emulate the ocean. More

This internationally renowned aquarium creatively examines the treasures of the Pacific Ocean, the planet's largest, most diverse body of water. The aquarium explores three regions of the Pacific Ocean: sunny Southern California/Baja Pacific, the frigid waters of the Northern Pacific and the coral reefs of the Tropical Pacific.

The facility's sweeping, wave-like architecture was designed to emulate the ocean.

Balboa Park is a San Diego must-see. Ranked as one of the "Best Parks in the World" by the Project for Public Space. The park is home to 15 major museums, several performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and many other cultural and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions laid out among its 1,200 lushly planted acres, Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park. More

Balboa Park is a San Diego must-see. Ranked as one of the "Best Parks in the World" by the Project for Public Space. The park is home to 15 major museums, several performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and many other cultural and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions laid out among its 1,200 lushly planted acres, Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park.

Steps away from the Pacific Ocean on Mission Bay Boardwalk, find this beachfront amusement park that offers family fun and entertainment. Drop from the Vertical Plunge, experience ups and downs on the historic Giant Dipper, a beautifully restored wooden roller coaster, or jump feet first into The Plunge, the largest indoor public swimming pool in southern California. Rides include bumper cars, combat flight simulators, a 3-D tilt-a-whirl and FlowRider, a simulated wave attraction where you can surf like the pros. Enjoy waterfront restaurants, casual dining and shopping. More

Steps away from the Pacific Ocean on Mission Bay Boardwalk, find this beachfront amusement park that offers family fun and entertainment. Drop from the Vertical Plunge, experience ups and downs on the historic Giant Dipper, a beautifully restored wooden roller coaster, or jump feet first into The Plunge, the largest indoor public swimming pool in southern California. Rides include bumper cars, combat flight simulators, a 3-D tilt-a-whirl and FlowRider, a simulated wave attraction where you can surf like the pros. Enjoy waterfront restaurants, casual dining and shopping.

The WACO aircraft was built in 1986 in the same fashion as the original planes manufactured during World War II. Take an air tour of the greater Los Angeles area in this vintage looking plane.

Visitors can select their destination, weather permitting, such as Santa Monica Bay, Malibu, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Long Beach or natural or man-made attractions. More

The WACO aircraft was built in 1986 in the same fashion as the original planes manufactured during World War II. Take an air tour of the greater Los Angeles area in this vintage looking plane.

Visitors can select their destination, weather permitting, such as Santa Monica Bay, Malibu, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Long Beach or natural or man-made attractions.

Dedicated to Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, who arrived in the San Diego area in 1542, the monument recognizes Cabrillo with a statue atop Point Loma (loma means hill). Learn about San Diego's early history in a video presentation at the visitor center, then view the restored lighthouse from the 1850s or take a self-guided two-mile walk.

The monument provides visitors two unique experiences with nature. From October to June, the park is home to protected rocky tide pools that trap... More

Dedicated to Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, who arrived in the San Diego area in 1542, the monument recognizes Cabrillo with a statue atop Point Loma (loma means hill). Learn about San Diego's early history in a video presentation at the visitor center, then view the restored lighthouse from the 1850s or take a self-guided two-mile walk.

The monument provides visitors two unique experiences with nature. From October to June, the park is home to protected rocky tide pools that trap delicate sea life during extreme low tides. From December to February California gray whales migrate along the coast and can be seen from the monument.