Big Sur Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Big Sur
Where to stay in Big Sur
Lucia
You'll enjoy the mountain views and seaside views in Lucia. You might want to make time for a stop at New Camaldoli Hermitage or Limekiln State Park.
Big Sur Village
If you're spending some time in Big Sur Village, Los Padres National Forest and Big Sur River Inn are top sights worth seeing.
Posts
While visiting Posts, you might make a stop by sights like Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Los Padres National Forest.
Big Sur Lodge
It works for a park lodge (don’t expect luxury). My cabin shared a wall so noise could be an issue.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Yes it was excellent
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Post Ranch Inn
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Clean convenient property. Not quite as grand as the listing made it sound. Enjoyed talking with host and others working the front desk.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Everything, the grounds, the pools, the villa, the staff is top tier.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Everything was great!!! The only thing I have to complain about is the Valet. The price was overpriced and they didn’t know how to drive a manual. The valet did damaged to my transfer case. One of them had to google on how to drive my truck and put it in 4x4. Drive on the highway and within 20 minutes ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
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 relaxing 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 romantic 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 McWay Falls opt 4 or 5 Hour Private Tour up to 12 ppl
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
