May 16, 2026

Big Sur, CA

Things To Do

Listed are stops that can be made along the CA-1 on your way to Big Sur and places to explore in your free time!

Morro Bay

Morro Bay, CA

Stop at Morro Bay for sea otters!

Elephant Seal Vista Point

San Simeon, CA 93452

Stop at this beach to see tons of elephant seals!

Cambria

Cambria, CA

If time permits, make a pit stop in the charming small town of Cambria

McWay Falls

Big Sur, CA 93920

A must see landmark

Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach

Sycamore Canyon Road, Big Sur, CA 93920

Another beautiful landmark

Bixby Bridge

Monterey, CA 93940

ANOTHER landmark that’s hard to miss

Big Sur Roadhouse

47080 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

RESTAURANT

Ripplewood Cafe

47047 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

RESTURANT

Wild Coast Sushi Bar

71895 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

RESTURANT

Restaurant at Big Sur River Inn

46800 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

RESTAURANT BY THE RIVER

Cafe Kevah

48510 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

BREAKFAST/BAKERY

The Village, Big Sur

46840 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

BAKERY

Fernwood Tavern

47200 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

FOOD & BAR

Big Sur Taphouse

47520 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

FOOD & BAR

Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

WALK THROUGH A FAIRYTALE VILLAGE WITH CUTE SHOPS & CAFES

The Cheese Shop

Junipero Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

FANCY CHEESE!! IN FAIRYTALE VILLAGE

The Little Swiss Café

Dolores Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

IN FAIRYTALE VILLAGE

Cottage of Sweets

Ocean Avenue, Carmel, CA 93923