Take a ride aboard the world's largest rotating gondola nearly 6,000 feet up the cliffs of Chino Canyon into Mt. San Jacinto State Park to catch breathtaking views of Southern California's Coachella Valley. Opened in 1963, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway was originally a way of reaching the top of San Jacinto Peak from the Coachella Valley floor. Today, the tramway offers visitors to Palm Springs, California, a one-of-a-kind perspective of the city and the surrounding area.
The San Andreas Fault extends roughly 745 miles through California, and one of the best ways to visit the fault is on an exhilarating Jeep Tour. Experience beautiful scenery as you wind your way through the geological canyons of the San Andreas Fault Zone. You will enjoy the Coachella Valley's spectacular views and unique geological features and learn about the plants, animals, and seismology of the fault zone and the California desert.
The Sunnylands Center and Gardens, the mid-century modern retreat of Walter and Leonore Annenberg, offers visitors a glimpse into the historic estate and information about the history and cultural significance of Sunnylands. Surrounded by nine acres of desert gardens, the estate once entertained famous entertainers such as Frank Sinatra and political leaders, including eight U.S. presidents.
Tour Palm Springs while solving trivia-style riddles on this engaging walking tour. As you enjoy the sunshine, this tour takes you on a walk to various landmarks to discover the art, culture, and history of the area. Some of these tours are interactive and require that you participate on your smartphone and earn points and to be guided further along the route.
Big Sur is a rugged stretch of California’s central coast between Carmel and San Simeon. Bordered to the east by the Santa Lucia Mountains and the west by the Pacific Ocean, it’s traversed by narrow, 2-lane State Route 1, known for winding turns, seaside cliffs and views of the often-misty coastline. The sparsely populated region has numerous state parks for hiking, camping and beachcombing
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a small beach city on California's Monterey Peninsula. It's known for the museums and library of the historic Carmel Mission, and the fairytale cottages and galleries of its village-like center. The Scenic Bluff Path runs from surf spot Carmel Beach to bird-rich Carmel River State Beach, with a scuba entry point. South lie the sea animals and whaling museum of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.