A Perfect Weekend in Central Coast Beach Towns | Best Things to Do

We've planned your perfect weekend road trip on California's Central Coast along the Pacific Coast Highway! 🌊🏰 This stretch of coastline, located entirely within San Luis Obispo County, offers a perfect weekend escape for those seeking to experience Central California's untamed beauty along with a bit of local flavor. Use this two-day travel guide to find all the best things to do in San Luis Obispo County.

Day 1
Sample delicious donuts at Surfside Donuts in Pismo Beach. Get there early—trust us!
Rent a bicycle and go for a bike ride along the Bob Jones Trail in Avila Beach.
Detour to Avila Valley Barn to visit with farm animals and shop for fresh produce. Check their calendar for seasonal hay rides, hay mazes, and u-pick fruit.
Hike in Montaña de Oro State Park along rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and coastal plains. Stop by Spooner's Cove and walk the 3.4-mile Bluffs Trail for stunning ocean views.
Enjoy fresh seafood in Morro Bay at The Galley, a cozy restaurant with a spectacular view of Morro Rock.
Rent a kayak from Rock Kayak and paddle among otters and sea lions in Morro Bay. The experience is easily one of the best things to do in Morro Bay!
Check in for the night at Anderson Inn, located right on the water in Morro Bay. This top-rated waterfront property boasts impeccable views of Morro Rock.

Day 2
Go shopping and explore art galleries in downtown Cambria, a colorful coastal town.
Stop for lunch in a flower-filled garden at Robin's Restaurant. This Cambria classic has been serving locally sourced global cuisine since 1985!
Drive along the coast and prepare to be blown away by William Randolph Hearst's grand estate on a Hearst Castle tour, where you'll explore this historic San Simeon landmark. Acclaimed architect Julia Morgan designed this palatial 165-room estate from 1919-1947.
See (and hear) hundreds of bellowing elephant seals at Piedras Blancas Rookery, a popular spot to view wildlife and watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean.

Read more on how to spend the perfect weekend on California's Central Coast: https://www.visitcalifornia.com/exper...

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro – Central California Coast Travel Guide
00:13 Day 1: Pismo Beach's most popular donut shop
00:30 Avila Valley Barn – Farm animals & fresh produce
00:47 Scenic hike at Montaña De Oro State Park
01:04 Seafood with a view of Morro Rock
01:17 Kayaking in Morro Bay – Rentals & wildlife
01:33 Waterfront hotel in Morro Bay
01:55 Day 2: Explore a charming coastal town
02:07 Garden patio dining in Cambria
02:24 Hearst Castle tour
03:00 Where to see elephant seals in San Simeon
03:19 California map: Featured locations

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