Big Sur Village Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Hike, camp or picnic among the redwood trees, waterfalls and dramatic coastal cliffs that have inspired artists, poets and writers for the past century.

Pfeiffer Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Pfeiffer Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Big Sur Station
After visiting Big Sur Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the yoga studios.

McWay Falls
Walk to this pretty waterfall, stand at viewpoints with superb coastal views and spot varied wildlife in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
You can take time to visit Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out its hiking trails.

Sand Dollar Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sand Dollar Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do

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

Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road

Big Sur McWay Falls opt 4 or 5 Hour Private Tour

4 hour Big Sur hiking adventure to world class coastal beauty!
Top hotels in Big Sur Village

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
The room was clean, the staff was all quite friendly and helpful, and the views from the room were spectacular. Only problem was that at night the room became quite cold even with extra blankets our first two nights in spite of adjustments made by one of the employees. The third night, our last night, ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Beautiful, spacious rooms, great food, helpful staff. This would be 5 stars, but for the fact that the room was unheated for the first night. The thermostat problem was fixed the next day.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Quail
Staff was friendly and helpful. Great amenities and plenty of things to do at the resort. Rooms were clean. Dog friendly. Would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Big Sur Lodge
Loved having a cabin experience actually inside a state park. Beautiful trails though redwoods. Old but clean and functional. Nice balcony with forest behind. Furnace was a bit noisy for sleeping. No TV or internet but I was made aware many times this would be the case.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
Great location and view but the rooms need an upgrade. For the price per night I would expect better decor.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort
Alway a beautiful place to stay at. The staff is exceptional in all areas.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025




