{"id":307699,"date":"2021-07-25T11:05:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-25T08:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/"},"modified":"2021-07-25T11:05:00","modified_gmt":"2021-07-25T08:05:00","slug":"25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/","title":{"rendered":"#25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn\u2019t miss"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a37a52b66898\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a37a52b66898\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Famous_Landmarks_In_California_%E2%80%93_Los_Angeles\" >Famous Landmarks In California \u2013 Los Angeles<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Hollywood_Sign\" >Hollywood Sign<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Griffith_Observatory\" >Griffith Observatory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Getty_Museum\" >Getty Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Disneyland_Park\" >Disneyland Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#TCL_Chinese_Theatre\" >TCL Chinese Theatre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Santa_Monica_Pier\" >Santa Monica Pier<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#California_Landmarks_%E2%80%93_San_Francisco\" >California Landmarks \u2013 San Francisco<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Golden_Gate_Bridge\" >Golden Gate Bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Alcatraz\" >Alcatraz<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Palace_of_Fine_Arts_in_San_Francisco\" >Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Californian_Landmarks_%E2%80%93_Others\" >Californian Landmarks \u2013 Others<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Big_Sur\" >Big Sur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Hearst_Castle\" >Hearst Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#USS_Midway\" >USS Midway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Balboa_Park\" >Balboa Park<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Natural_Landmarks_In_California\" >Natural Landmarks In California<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Lake_Tahoe\" >Lake Tahoe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Joshua_Tree_National_Park\" >Joshua Tree National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Alabama_Hills\" >Alabama Hills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Avenue_of_the_Giants\" >Avenue of the Giants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Point_Lobos_State_Natural_Reserve\" >Point Lobos State Natural Reserve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Yosemite_Falls\" >Yosemite Falls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Half_Dome_in_Yosemite\" >Half Dome in Yosemite<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Zabriskie_Point_Death_Valley_National_Park\" >Zabriskie Point, Death Valley National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Pinnacles\" >Pinnacles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Point_Reyes_National_Seashore\" >Point Reyes National Seashore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/25-famous-california-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss\/#Devils_Postpile\" >Devils Postpile<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;<strong>#25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn\u2019t miss<\/strong>&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content\" itemprop=\"text\">California is globally famous for Hollywood, Silicon Valley, and the wine country. Naturally, it is one of the best destinations in the United States. It\u2019s full of wonderful things to do, it has lovely attractions, beaches, and some of the most iconic landmarks in America.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we will explore the most <strong>famous landmarks in California<\/strong>, either natural and human-made. We will talk about the Hollywood sign, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Death Valley, Yosemite Falls, and much more. They are some of the places you can\u2019t miss in California.<\/p>\n<p>We invited a few fellow bloggers to contribute with some of the most <strong>famous Californian landmarks<\/strong> to produce the best information possible.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Famous_Landmarks_In_California_%E2%80%93_Los_Angeles\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Famous_Landmarks_In_California_-_Los_Angeles\"><\/span>Famous Landmarks In California \u2013 Los Angeles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hollywood_Sign\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hollywood_Sign\"><\/span>Hollywood Sign<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most famous landmarks in California is undoubtedly the Hollywood Sign overlooking the neighborhood Hollywood in the world-renowned city <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/worldoflina.com\/the-perfect-los-angeles-itinerary-for-5-days\/\">Los Angeles<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The sign consisting of nine white letters was initially created as an advertisement for a local real estate agency in 1923. Over the years, it got more and more recognition, so people eventually decided just to leave it up. Today, the sign often <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>ears in establishing shots for <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/watch-movies-tv-seriess\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"8\" title=\"Watch Movies &amp; TV Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">movies<\/a> and series set in and around Hollywood.<\/p>\n<p>It can be seen from many points across LA, however, the best thing to do is climb up to the top of the sign for a stunning view of the city. You can do that by taking the trail starting at the Bronson Canyon entrance to Griffith Park or doing the Griffith Observatory hike.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s recommended to start either early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid tourist crowds and\/or the heat.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not the easiest hike but being on top of this Californian landmark guarantees you a real once-in-a-lifetime experience!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_819\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California.jpg\" alt=\"Famous landmarks in California\" class=\"wp-image-22396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California-150x120.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 1 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_819\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California.jpg\" alt=\"Famous landmarks in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hollywood-Sign-California-150x120.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 1 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Hollywood sign, one of the most iconic Landmarks in California<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Griffith_Observatory\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Griffith_Observatory\"><\/span>Griffith Observatory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Alicia Richards from <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Travel<\/a>s With The Crew<\/p>\n<p>Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles was opened to the public in 1935. This observatory sits atop Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. It was the brainchild of Griffith J. Griffith. He had visited the Mt. Wilson Observatory and been so overwhelmed he determined that there must be an observatory in Los Angeles.<\/p>\n<p>The Observatory has 3 main exhibits: a Foucault\u2019s Pendulum, a huge model of the moon, a huge refracting telescope. Live shows are also offered here every day in the state-of-the-art planetarium.<\/p>\n<p>The observatory is open to the public 7 days a week and is the most visited Observatory in the United States.<\/p>\n<p>Griffith Park Observatory is important because it shows our progression in astronomy and space exploration. The observatory houses many important discoveries and data collected over the years. The tower is an icon for the City of Los Angeles; it can be seen from almost anywhere in Los Angeles because it stands at an impressive 110 meter high from ground level! It is also the site of many famous Hollywood movies, including Rebel Without a Cause, LaLa Land, The Terminator, and many others.<\/p>\n<p>The easiest way to get to Griffith Park Observatory is by car. There is plenty of parking during the day, but much busier at night when people come to see the twinkling lights of Los Angeles.<\/p>\n<p>If you are<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/travelswiththecrew.com\/things-to-do-in-la-with-kids\/\"> visiting Los Angeles<\/a>, this is a must-see on every list!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California.jpg\" alt=\"cool landmark of California\" class=\"wp-image-22442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 2 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California.jpg\" alt=\"cool landmark of California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Griffith-Observatory-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 2 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Griffith Observatory cool landmark of California<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getty_Museum\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getty_Museum\"><\/span>Getty Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Victoria from <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/guideyourtravel.com\/\">Guide your Travel<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Getty Museum is unquestionably one of California\u2019s most magnificent structures and landmarks. It\u2019s much more than an art museum, and it should be at the top of your list if you\u2019re in the Los Angeles area. This is a private museum with a fantastic collection of art.<\/p>\n<p>When you arrive, you will be unable to walk up to the museum and will be required to park your car at a car park before boarding a tram up to the property. The views are breathtaking, and the museum is enormous, so there is plenty to see and do. Take your time and plan to stay for the entire day if you don\u2019t want to miss anything.<\/p>\n<p>The museum is free to enter, but parking is $15 per car, which is a fairly acceptable price. Throughout the week, the Getty provides a variety of workshops to choose from. This covers training in painting, sketching, and even photography. If you have a chance to visit during this time, you should definitely sign up for one. The Getty Museum is a one-of-a-kind place, and just one visit is not enough to try to see everything. You can keep returning and always discover something new.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_666\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California.jpg\" alt=\"Interesting landmarks of California\" class=\"wp-image-22392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California-150x98.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 3 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_666\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California.jpg\" alt=\"Interesting landmarks of California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Getty-Museum-California-150x98.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 3 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>View from the Getty Museum<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneyland_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneyland_Park\"><\/span>Disneyland Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Nicole Hunter from Go Far Grow Close<\/p>\n<p>Disneyland Park is a theme park in Anaheim, California opened in 1955 by Walter Disney. It was originally built on 160 acres of orange groves. It features characters, rides, and shows based on the original creations of Walt Disney and the Disney Company.<\/p>\n<p>Today, Disneyland hosts over 18 million visitors a year, who spend around $3 billion. There isn\u2019t any public transportation that easily takes you from Los Angeles International Airport to Disneyland. Instead, most people either rent a car, take an uber or share a paid shuttle to Disneyland or one of the dozens of hotels nearby that service it. It is only 30 miles from the airport.<\/p>\n<p>Disneyland is made up of fantastic buildings and elaborate and magical rides that constantly change or defy description. However, its central and most iconic building, the Sleeping Beauty Castle is modeled on Germany\u2019s Neuschwanstein Castle. Today, it is an unmistakable symbol of American popular culture. Disneyland welcomes people of all ages. It has rides, shows, and parades suitable for people who love exhilarating experiences and others who are young or more cautious.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California.jpg\" alt=\"most known landmark of California\" class=\"wp-image-22382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 4 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California.jpg\" alt=\"most known landmark of California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Disneyland-Park-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 4 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Paraide in the Disneyland Park, the most known landmark of California<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TCL_Chinese_Theatre\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TCL_Chinese_Theatre\"><\/span>TCL Chinese Theatre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Hannah Ackroyd from Get Lost Travel Blog<\/p>\n<p>TCL Chinese Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard is a Los Angeles icon. First opened in 1927, this beautiful movie theatre is home to the glitz and glam of Hollywood\u2019s most iconic movie premiers. A visit to TCL Chinese Theatre should absolutely be on your\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/getlost.blog\/a-weekend-in-los-angeles-usa\/\">ideal L. A. itinerary<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Chinese theatre was commissioned by Sid Grauman, following the success of his nearby Egyptian theatre. Both theatres were built in the exotic revival style, taking inspiration from Egyptian, Indian, Moorish, and Middle Eastern styles. When it opened on 18th May 1927, thousands lined Hollywood Boulevard to catch a glimpse of the stars at what would become known as the most spectacular theatre opening in motion picture history.<\/p>\n<p>Today, you can visit the theatre to catch the latest blockbuster hit or take a behind-the-scenes tour to get an insider peek at this incredible building. The forecourt of TCL Chinese Theatre is also a popular tourist spot that\u00a0you\u00a0can\u00a0visit for free. The \u2018Forecourt of the Stars\u2019 is famous for the hand imprints left by celebrities in the concrete. You can track down your favorite stars and try their hands on for size.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California.jpg\" alt=\"Famous California Landmarks You Shouldn't Miss\" class=\"wp-image-22375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 5 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California.jpg\" alt=\"Famous California Landmarks You Shouldn't Miss\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Forecourt-of-the-Stars-by-TCL-Chinese-Theatre-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 5 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Forecourt of the Stars in the TCL Chinese Theatre<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Santa_Monica_Pier\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Santa_Monica_Pier\"><\/span>Santa Monica Pier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Ruma Dey Baidya from TheHolidayStory<\/p>\n<p>In sunny California, Santa Monica Pier is a fascinating spot attracting tourists of all kinds. The pier is on the Santa Monica State Beach in Santa Monica, California. It\u2019s historically known to be the first pier of concrete on the West Coast of the\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theholidaystory.com\/usa-visiting-places\/\">United States.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Public transportation options are available for Santa Monica Pier. Take Route 3 or Rapid 3 of the Big Blue bus from Los Angeles to reach here. There are also bike trails like the Strand. These trails offer beautiful beach sceneries for the majority of the way.<\/p>\n<p>Construction for the pier finished in 1909. It opened up as a popular fishing spot and is still famed for that. Heal the Bay Aquarium was built to satisfy the fishery enthusiasts. The main attraction of the pier is the 55 feet high Ferris wheel of Pacific Park. It\u2019s a well-known amusement park that houses the world\u2019s only solar-powered Ferris wheel. Pacific Park is also the only amusement park on the West Coast.<\/p>\n<p>People come here for a short trip with family and friends. Exciting rides, <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a>s, and delicious foods entertain the visitors throughout their tour.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"713\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_713\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California.jpg\" alt=\"Famous Landmarks In California \u2013 Los Angeles\" class=\"wp-image-22444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California-768x535.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California-150x104.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 6 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"713\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_713\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California.jpg\" alt=\"Famous Landmarks In California \u2013 Los Angeles\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California-768x535.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Santa-Monica-Pier-California-150x104.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 6 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Santa Monica Pier, California<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"California_Landmarks_%E2%80%93_San_Francisco\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"California_Landmarks_-_San_Francisco\"><\/span>California Landmarks \u2013 San Francisco<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Golden_Gate_Bridge\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Golden_Gate_Bridge\"><\/span>Golden Gate Bridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Mark and Kristen Morgan\u00a0from Where Are Those Morgans?<\/p>\n<p>San Francisco\u2019s extraordinary art deco style Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most famous landmarks in California, the US, and even the world.<\/p>\n<p>Joseph Strauss designed the instantly recognizable \u2018international orange\u2019 colored suspension bridge in 1917. Beginning in 1933, construction took just 4 years before it was unveiled in 1937 as the world\u2019s tallest and longest suspension bridge at 746 ft high and 4,200 ft at its longest span.<\/p>\n<p>However, the total length of the bridge is 1.7 miles, and there are a handful of iconic photography vantage points on both the San Francisco and Marin County sides.<\/p>\n<p>Walk or drive to Battery East and Marshall\u2019s Beach on the Southside or Golden Gate Vista and Battery Spencer on the Northside for magnificent views over a real feat of engineering.<\/p>\n<p>Labeled by some as a wonder of the modern world, the symbolic and visually stunning Golden Gate Bridge welcomes more than 10 million awe-struck visitors each year.<\/p>\n<p>The bridge also played a huge and historically significant role in boosting the local economy by providing jobs during America\u2019s Great Depression period.<\/p>\n<p>Sunrise is the best time to visit for the classic bridge shrouded in mist image, but its majesty can be appreciated any time of the day.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>A visit to the Golden Gate Bridge is one thing that simply cannot be missed on any\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wherearethosemorgans.com\/san-francisco-itinerary-things-to-do\/\">San Francisco itinerary<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans.jpg\" alt=\"California Landmarks \u2013 San Francisco\" class=\"wp-image-22394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 7 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans.jpg\" alt=\"California Landmarks \u2013 San Francisco\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Golden-Gate-Bridge-Where-Are-Those-Morgans-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 7 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Iconic landmark of California \u2013 Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcatraz\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcatraz\"><\/span>Alcatraz<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Agnes from The Van Escape<\/p>\n<p>Alcatraz Island, located in San Francisco Bay, just 1.25 miles (2.01 km) offshore from San Francisco, California, was a home for the high-security prison \u2013 Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. The prison existed from 1934 to 1963. What\u2019s more, Alcatraz was America\u2019s premier maximum-security prison, the final stop for the nation\u2019s most dangerous prisoners.<\/p>\n<p>But today, Alcatraz is one of San Francisco\u2019s most prominent landmarks and tourist attractions, which must be seen when visiting California. It\u2019s possible by taking an\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thevanescape.com\/the-best-alcatraz-tours\/\"><strong>Alcatraz tour<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0by ferry from Pier 33 in San Francisco.<\/p>\n<p>The Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, also called The Rock, originally was the site of a fort since the 1850s. The main prison building was built in 1910\u20131912 as a United States Army military prison. The island became a prison of the Federal Bureau of Prisons in August 1934 after modernization and security increased. What\u2019s more, due to high security and the island\u2019s location in the cold waters and strong currents of San Francisco Bay, prison operators believed Alcatraz to be escape-proof and America\u2019s strongest prison.<\/p>\n<p>Among its famous denizens were Al \u201cScarface\u201d Capone, George \u201cMachine Gun\u201d Kelly, and Robert Stroud, the \u201cBirdman of Alcatraz.\u201d During the Alcatraz tour, you will see the cells of some of them. There were 14 known attempts to escape from Alcatraz, involving 36 inmates. The most famous took place from May 2 to May 4, 1946. It was called the \u201cBattle of Alcatraz.\u201d This famous attempt to escape was popularized in the Clint Eastwood movie Escape from Alcatraz in 1979. The Alcatraz penitentiary was shut down in 1963 because its operating expenses were too high. Through the years, Alcatraz housed a total of 1,576 men.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_684\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California.jpg\" alt=\"Historic landmarks in California\" class=\"wp-image-22398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 8 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_684\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California.jpg\" alt=\"Historic landmarks in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alcatraz-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 8 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Alcatraz Island, in the bay of San Francisco<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Palace_of_Fine_Arts_in_San_Francisco\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Palace_of_Fine_Arts_in_San_Francisco\"><\/span>Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Allison of California Crossroads<\/p>\n<p>The Palace of Fine Arts is a famous landmark in San Francisco, California, United States. Not truly a palace at all, this California landmark was originally built for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition of 1915, not long after the 1906 earthquake that devastated the city.<\/p>\n<p>It is the only building from the 1915 Exposition to remain. The Palace of Fine Arts was considered too beautiful to be destroyed, even though it was only intended to be a temporary building. It was renovated extensively in 1965 to be in its current iteration. It has now been turned into a public park as well as an events space. It is now a must-visit on any\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/californiacrossroads.com\/3-days-in-san-francisco-itinerary\/\">San Francisco itinerary<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It was built by architect William Gladstone Merchant in the Beaux-Arts style, in the style of a Roman ruin. The structure consists of a colonnade around a central rotunda with a large domed roof. There is a large lagoon on one side, which reflects the Palace beautifully at night.<\/p>\n<p>The Palace of Fine Arts is located in the Marina district of San Francisco, close to the eastern edge of the Presidio. To get there, driving is the easiest. There is a good amount of street parking in the area (do not leave your valuables in the car \u2014 signs around the Palace of Fine Arts warn against it as there have been break-ins!).\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green.jpg\" alt=\"well known landmark of California\" class=\"wp-image-22419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 9 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green.jpg\" alt=\"well known landmark of California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Palace-of-Fine-Arts-California-Allison-Green-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 9 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Californian_Landmarks_%E2%80%93_Others\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Californian_Landmarks_-_Others\"><\/span>Californian Landmarks \u2013 Others<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Sur\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Sur\"><\/span>Big Sur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Charles McCool from McCool Travel<\/p>\n<p>The 80 miles of rugged and dramatic scenery of California route 1, Pacific Coast Highway, along Big Sur is one of the most popular road trips in the world,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mccooltravel.com\/us-coastal-scenic-drives\/\">US coastal scenic drives<\/a>, and one of California\u2019s top landmarks. Countless movies, television shows, commercials, and music videos have been filmed along the Big Sur coastline, but anyone can explore Big Sur and experience its natural beauty.<\/p>\n<p>Entering Big Sur from the north is recommended so that you are on the ocean side of the road. Big Sur is most commonly said to begin at Malpaso Creek in Carmel Highlands, about 14 miles past Monterey, and ends at San Simeon in the south. Recommended stops include Bixby Bridge, McWay Falls, Hearst Castle, Nepenthe, Rocky Point, and as many overlooks as you have time and patience to savor.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The iconic Bixby Bridge is one of the most photographed spots in California and the world. Make sure to take time to visit the gorgeous McWay Falls. Hearst Castle is a California Historical Landmark (and National Historic Landmark) and is well worth devoting time to a tour. The classic movie <em>Citizen Kane<\/em> was based on the lavish lifestyle at Hearst Castle in the 1930s.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool.jpg\" alt=\"Must go landmarks in California\" class=\"wp-image-22388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 10 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool.jpg\" alt=\"Must go landmarks in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Big-Sur-by-Charles-McCool-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 10 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Pacific Coast Highway, Big Sur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hearst_Castle\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hearst_Castle\"><\/span>Hearst Castle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Tatiana from Family Road Trip Guru<\/p>\n<p>Hearst Castle is one of the biggest and most beautiful castles in not just California but the entire USA. It was built between 1919 and 1947 by the famous architect Julia Morgan for the rich industrialist William Randolph Hearst in San Simeon, California overlooking the Pacific Ocean.\u00a0 It is the\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/familyroadtripguru.com\/2020\/02\/15\/things-to-do-with-kids-in-san-luis-obispo\/\">top attraction in San Luis Obispo County<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It was built in Spanish Colonial style, and it has 60 rooms and as many bathrooms. Mr. Hearst was an avid art collector, so nowadays\u00a0Hearst Castle is an amazing indoor and outdoor art museum; it even has ancient Egyptian artifacts!<\/p>\n<p>In its \u201cgolden years,\u201d many Hollywood famous people stayed at the Castle, for instance, Charlie Chaplin, Greta Garbo, and Clark Gable, just to name a few. Hearst Castle is famous for its beautiful gardens, fountains, and amazing pools that look like pieces of art themselves with Roman sculptures and genuine 24K gold leaf d\u00e9cor. It is current estimated value is $700,000,000 USD.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, Hearst Castle is part of the California State Parks system. You can only get there by car from Pacific Coast Highway 1. To get into the Castle and the surrounding territory, you need to book one of the available guided tours; you cannot just wander in. This place is a must-see landmark in California.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California.jpg\" alt=\"Iconic landmarks in California\" class=\"wp-image-22380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 11 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California.jpg\" alt=\"Iconic landmarks in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Hearst-Castle-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 11 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Hearst Castle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USS_Midway\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USS_Midway\"><\/span>USS Midway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Lisa from Planning away<\/p>\n<p>The USS Midway is another landmark in California that can\u2019t be missed.\u00a0Located in the Marina District of San Diego, this historic naval aircraft carrier is an impressive sight. It was the longest-serving aircraft carrier in the 20th century.<\/p>\n<p>USS Midway is about 12 minutes from downtown San Diego or about 45 minutes from the San Diego Airport.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/planningaway.com\/marina-district-san-diego-uss-midway\/\">USS Midway<\/a>\u00a0is a museum. If you love airplanes, head to the hanger deck and check out the historical models. You can also climb aboard and sit in the cockpit on many of the planes. The flight deck also has 26 restored aircraft carriers from 1942.<\/p>\n<p>The USS Midway was built in 1945 and decommissioned in 1992. It became a museum\u00a0in 2003. It has many levels. Below the deck, you can see how day-to-day living would be on the ship.\u00a0 There is also a theater that gives a great history of the ship. Learning all about naval life and what missions the ship ventured on is an exciting and worthwhile experience.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0USS Midway is a California landmark worth seeing!\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California.jpg\" alt=\"Especial landmark in California\" class=\"wp-image-22411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 12 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California.jpg\" alt=\"Especial landmark in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/uss-midway-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 12 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>USS Midway, landmark in California<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balboa_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balboa_Park\"><\/span>Balboa Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Dhara from It\u2019s Not About the Miles<\/p>\n<p>Exploring Balboa Park is one of the top\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/notaboutthemiles.com\/san-diego-weekend-getaway\/\">things to do in San Diego<\/a>! Located in the heart of the southern California city, Balboa Park is an extensive complex of gardens and museums. It also borders the world-famous San Diego Zoo.<\/p>\n<p>While the space was set aside all the way back in 1835, many buildings were added for the Panama-California Expo of 1915-16 and the California Pacific International Expo of 1935-36. Today it is a joy to wander the complex, admiring the beautiful architecture, which showcases multiple styles.<\/p>\n<p>The Botanical Building in the complex was the largest lathe structure in the world when it was built. The complex also has a lovely rose garden and succulent garden. The Japanese Garden, the only garden that requires a fee, is a two-level garden with beautiful bridges and sculptures. And the Alcazar Garden is modeled after the one in Seville, with lovely tile work.<\/p>\n<p>There are several museums in the complex, so you can pick the ones that interest you. From art to natural history, and <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/sciencee\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"5\" title=\"Science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">science<\/a>, the museums hold impressive collections. The model railroad museum is especially enthralling to young kids.<\/p>\n<p>Balboa Park has lots of parking if you arrive by car, but you can also access it via public transport. The sprawling complex takes a lot of time to explore, so plan ahead!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"729\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_729\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California.jpg\" alt=\"Landmarks in California not to miss\" class=\"wp-image-22437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California-768x547.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California-150x107.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 13 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"729\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_729\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California.jpg\" alt=\"Landmarks in California not to miss\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California-768x547.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Museum-of-Art-California-150x107.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 13 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>The museum of art in the Balboa Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Natural_Landmarks_In_California\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Natural_Landmarks_In_California\"><\/span>Natural Landmarks In California<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lake_Tahoe\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lake_Tahoe\"><\/span>Lake Tahoe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By<strong> <\/strong>Trijit Mallick from<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>BudgetTravelBuff<\/p>\n<p>Lake Tahoe is a year-round destination in the Sierra Nevada mountain, sharing the border with both states of California and Nevada. Whether you visit this iconic California landmark in winter or summer, Lake Tahoe won\u2019t disappoint you by offering countless tourist attractions, ski resorts, and outdoor activities. Lake Tahoe is not all about the lake; you can also enjoy the forests and mountains, hiking and biking trails, small towns, and numerous adventure activities the area offers. Besides these, there are few pristine beaches to swim in the blue turquoise water, or you can just enjoy sunbathing with your families or friends.<\/p>\n<p>If you are an adventure seeker, go snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, or jet skiing. Fishing is also popular summer activity in Lake Tahoe. It is a premier ski destination in California. Many travelers come to Lake Tahoe in winter to enjoy skiing, sledding, and snowboarding around the Lake Tahoe area. You will find plenty of\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.budgettravelbuff.com\/best-hikes-in-lake-tahoe\/\"><u>scenic hiking trails in Lake Tahoe<\/u><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Else you can rent a bike from the nearby bike rental shops, explore the biking trails and enjoy the surrounding scenic views. If you feel hungry, stop at Evan\u2019s American Gourmet Cafe, one of the best restaurants in South Lake Tahoe. They offer top-notch service, a fantastic ambiance, and great food at a very reasonable price. Their Butter Lettuce Salad and Goat Cheese Hummus Spread are highly recommended.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California.jpg\" alt=\"Natural Landmarks In California\" class=\"wp-image-22371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 14 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California.jpg\" alt=\"Natural Landmarks In California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lake_tahoe-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 14 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Natural Landmarks In California: Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada mountain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joshua_Tree_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joshua_Tree_National_Park\"><\/span>Joshua Tree National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Riley from The Parks Expert<\/p>\n<p>Joshua Tree National Park, located in southern California, is a natural wonder like no other. Visitors are surrounded by scraggly Joshua Trees (which are actually not trees at all) and towering granite boulders.<\/p>\n<p>This iconic national park is becoming one of the most popular national parks in the US. It\u2019s also one of the best locations for outdoor recreation near Los Angeles. To get to Joshua Tree, I recommend flying in\/out of Los Angeles. Then, take Interstate 10 east to enter the park.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019re there, popular\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/parksexpert.com\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree\/\">things to do in Joshua Tree<\/a>\u00a0include hiking, bouldering, and taking scenic drives. One of my favorite drives is the Geology Tour Road, which requires a high clearance vehicle. Some of the famous rock formations are a short hike from the road, including Skull Rock.<\/p>\n<p>There are also historic structures to take a look at, and scenic overlooks to visit. Plus, in addition to Joshua trees, there are many other cool plants and animals to see, such as cholla cactus and tortoises.<\/p>\n<p>For beginners, there are plenty of local companies that offered guided rock climbing expeditions. If that\u2019s not something you\u2019re interested in, there is plenty more to keep you occupied as you marvel at the beautiful park.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree.jpg\" alt=\"Landmarks in California\" class=\"wp-image-22373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 15 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree.jpg\" alt=\"Landmarks in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/things-to-do-in-joshua-tree-elmer-tree-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 15 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Joshua Tree National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alabama_Hills\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alabama_Hills\"><\/span>Alabama Hills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Located in California\u2019s Eastern Sierra Nevada, Alabama Hills is a perfect place off the beaten track in one of the most scenic regions of the Golden State.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Whether you want to camp at Alabama Hills or spend a few hours hiking and taking photos, you will be blown away by this place. Here, you will see the quirky desert rock formations and sunburned hills against the backdrop of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains.<\/p>\n<p>If you look closely, you will also spot Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the Continental United States, towering at 14,505 feet.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>And if you want to see the clear dark skies, stick around until after the sunset. The area has virtually no light pollution, and when the sky is clear from the clouds, you can even see the Milky Way!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Alabama Hills is located near Lone Pine, a small town that is considered a gateway to adventure. However, it\u2019s not only Lone Pine, the entire region has incredible scenery and tons of opportunities for hiking, camping, and mountain biking.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For example, Bishop, a historic town that is a true outdoor playground. Visitors can hike the scenic Little Lakes Valley Trail or Bishop Pass Trail, explore the Laws Railroad Museum and spend a night at North Lake Campground before hitting the road the next day.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Alabama Hills has become a popular destination for the film industry thanks to its iconic scenery and has been featured in many movies over the years. Still, it offers a quiet respite from other much busier places in the Southwest. Within a few hours of driving from some of the most popular national parks in <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thediscoverynut.com\/10-best-california-road-trips-to-put-on-your-itinerary\/\">California<\/a>, like Death Valley and Yosemite.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California.jpg\" alt=\"Natural landmarks of California\" class=\"wp-image-22377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 16 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California.jpg\" alt=\"Natural landmarks of California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alabama-Hills-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 16 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Camping in Alabama Hills<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avenue_of_the_Giants\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avenue_of_the_Giants\"><\/span>Avenue of the Giants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Katy Shaw from A Rambling Unicorn<\/p>\n<p>Take a trip through time with a scenic drive along the majestic Avenue of the Giants. Located in Humboldt Redwoods State Park, the Avenue of the Giants is home to some of the world\u2019s largest populations of coastal redwood trees. Stretching for 31 miles along a byway paralleling Highway 101, the\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/aramblingunicorn.com\/avenue-of-the-giants-auto-tour\">Avenue of the Giants auto tour<\/a>\u00a0is a great introduction to the park and these magnificent trees.<\/p>\n<p>Designated as the state of California\u2019s official tree in 1937, redwoods are among the largest and oldest trees on the planet. Coastal redwood trees (also known as Sequoia sempervirens) often grow to over 300 feet (91 meters) in height. Trees in a mature redwood forest typically range between 500 to 1000 years in age, with some that are over 2000 years old.<\/p>\n<p>The southern entrance to the Avenue of the Giants is located a one hour\u2019s drive south of Eureka on State Route 254. When driven from south to north, the trip begins near the town of Garberville at Highway 101 Exit #645 and ends just south of Rio Dell. An official brochure is available with stops at points of interest along the route, including Mahan Grove and the park\u2019s visitor center.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California.jpg\" alt=\"Landmarks in Claifornia\" class=\"wp-image-22385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 17 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California.jpg\" alt=\"Landmarks in Claifornia\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Avenue-of-the-Giants-Scenic-Drive-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 17 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Avenue of the Giants has the world\u2019s largest populations of coastal redwood trees<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Point_Lobos_State_Natural_Reserve\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Point_Lobos_State_Natural_Reserve\"><\/span>Point Lobos State Natural Reserve<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Candice from CS Ginger<\/p>\n<p>Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is a coastal area off the coast of California. It is about two hours south of San Francisco and minutes from Big Sur. The closest regional airport to Point Lobos is Monterey Regional Airport. The closest major airport is in San Jose, which is about an hour away.<\/p>\n<p>Point Lobos has been inhabited starting about 2,500 years ago by the Rumsien Indians. Starting in 1851, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, and Americans have lived in Point Lobos. It was a popular place for whaling for the 50-60 people who lived in the community. It was also a military site during World War II.<\/p>\n<p>In the 1890s, steps started to turn Point Lobos into the reserve that it is today. By the mid-1920s, groups were working actively to save the Monterey cypress that is throughout Point Lobos. In 1933, California purchased 348 acres.<\/p>\n<p>Point Lobos is a beautiful area to visit with great hiking trails, beaches, and opportunities to see wildlife.\u00a0Hiking in <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/csginger.com\/point-lobos-state-reserve\/\">Point Lobos<\/a>\u00a0is a great way to enjoy the beautiful coastal views and explore the area. There is one long trail that is about five miles that will take you around the reserve, or you can hike some of the shorter trails like the Bird Island Trail.<\/p>\n<p>There is not much parking in the reserve, so it is important to get there early in the day. You can also visit later in the day after the morning visitors have left for the day. You can also park along Highway 1, but there is a bit of a walk into the reserve highlights. There is a $10 parking charge..<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California.jpg\" alt=\"California natural landmarks\" class=\"wp-image-22387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 18 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California.jpg\" alt=\"California natural landmarks\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Lobos-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 18 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Coastal view of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yosemite_Falls\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yosemite_Falls\"><\/span>Yosemite Falls<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Roxanna Keyes from Gypsy With a Day Job<\/p>\n<p>Yosemite Falls are located in the midst of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, in the park they were named for, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/gypsywithadayjob.com\/yosemite-photo-spots\/\">Yosemite National Park<\/a>. Yosemite can be reached by California Highways 120, 140, or 41.\u00a0 Once in the park, the falls are found well into the valley, near the village.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Yosemite Falls are one of the most noteworthy landmarks in California and the entire United States.\u00a0Composed of three tiers that plunge over 739 meters, it is the tallest waterfall on the North American continent. But not only are the falls statistically noteworthy, but they also portray an essence of magic and playfulness that draws visitors from around the world.<\/p>\n<p>The Yosemite Falls waters flow gracefully down the first tier, dancing and curving in the wind, gleaming in the sun, only to disappear. This hidden middle tier, cascading through a narrow gorge, only adds to the mystery. Then the waters reemerge more forcefully, in a third-tier that races to the ground, spreading mist on anyone near.\u00a0Being ephemeral, the falls often dry up in late summer, leaving the park with the echo of their absence.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California.jpg\" alt=\"Reccomend landmarks in California\" class=\"wp-image-22390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 19 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California.jpg\" alt=\"Reccomend landmarks in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/yosemite-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 19 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Yosemite Falls in the Yosemite National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Half_Dome_in_Yosemite\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Half_Dome_in_Yosemite\"><\/span>Half Dome in Yosemite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Olivia from the Girl\u00a0With\u00a0Blue Sails travel blog\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The most iconic mountain in Yosemite National Park is Half Dome. Centrally located in Yosemite Valley, it can be seen from all over the park, inside the valley and outside as well. It is prominently featured in Yosemite\u2019s famous Tunnel View and is the outline in the national park\u2019s logo. The mountain\u2019s round sides and sheer cliff face make it appear to be half of a dome.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>One of the most famous California Landmarks, Half Dome, draws visitors from all over the world to photograph it in every light. The sunsets beautifully on the mountain, leaving its iconic face lit up well into the evening after the valley has become dark. Unique views of Half Dome can be found at Mirror Lake, Glacier Point, and Olmstead Point.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Hiking to the top of Half Dome is one of the most sought-after\u00a0things to do in Yosemite Valley and is a strenuous hike on which 50,000 hikers embark annually. It\u2019s a\u00a016.3-mile\u00a0trek that takes most visitors 10-12 hours. The effort of the climb is worth it, however, when reaching the summit rewards hikers with a stunning view of the valley below.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California.jpg\" alt=\"California Natural landmark\" class=\"wp-image-22400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 20 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California.jpg\" alt=\"California Natural landmark\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Half-Dome-in-Yosemite-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 20 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Half Dome in Yosemite in in Yosemite National Park, California Natural landmark<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zabriskie_Point_Death_Valley_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zabriskie_Point_Death_Valley_National_Park\"><\/span>Zabriskie Point, Death Valley National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Jessica Schmit from uprooted Traveler<\/p>\n<p>Zabriskie Point, located in the east part of Death Valley National Park, is a stunning rock formation towering over nearby striated badlands. The sediment creating the unusual-looking point is over 5 million years old \u2013 far older than Death Valley itself. Perhaps because of its unique appearance, the formation has been featured prominently in pop culture throughout the ages \u2013 from appearing on the cover of U2\u2019s Joshua Tree album to being used as a shooting location for a variety of pieces, from <em>Spartacus <\/em>to <em>The Mandalorian<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to see Zabriskie Point for yourself, you can either enter the park from the east or west side and take CA-190 to the Furnace Creek area of Death Valley. This area is home to many of the most popular attractions in Death Valley (one of the most underrated <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uprootedtraveler.com\/\">U.S. National Parks<\/a>), including Bad Water Basin, Artist\u2019s Pallette, and, of course,\u00a0 Zabriskie Point.<\/p>\n<p>Parking can be quite challenging here, given the site\u2019s popularity and its small lot. Once your parking spot is secured, you\u2019ll make your way up a 0.25-mile paved uphill trail to an overlook to gaze at the point in all of its glory. If you want to see it at its most spectacular, visit for sunrise \u2013 the colors amongst the neighboring badland hills are absolutely stunning.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point.jpg\" alt=\"Must visit landmarks in California\" class=\"wp-image-22409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 21 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point.jpg\" alt=\"Must visit landmarks in California\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Zabriskie_Point-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 21 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Zabriskie Point, Death Valley National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pinnacles\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pinnacles\"><\/span>Pinnacles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Jyoti from Story at Every Corner<\/p>\n<p>Pinnacles National Park is located in Northern California, within an hour or two from the San Francisco Bay Area, depending on your location and time of travel. Pinnacles received its national park stature in 2013. Prior to that, it was a national monument. Clearly, it deserves to be a national park with grand pinnacles formations, unique landscapes, and numerous incredible hikes. You should visit <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/storyateverycorner.com\/pinnacles-national-park\/\">Pinnacles National Park<\/a> for photography, hikes, bird watching, and see unique pinnacle formations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Pinnacles is an easy day trip from the Bay Area, but it also offers camping opportunities if you can find a reservation. Like most campsites around the Bay Area, it tends to fill up, but it\u2019s still more accessible than other parks.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The best times to visit Pinnacles is in spring and fall. Because of its geography, it tends to get too hot in summer and too cold in winter. Spring is a favorite because of the lovely weather and beautiful wildflowers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California.jpg\" alt=\"Cool California landmarks\" class=\"wp-image-22415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 22 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California.jpg\" alt=\"Cool California landmarks\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_853\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-853x640.jpg 853w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pinnacles-National-Park-California-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 22 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Pinnacles National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Point_Reyes_National_Seashore\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Point_Reyes_National_Seashore\"><\/span>Point Reyes National Seashore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Noel Morata from <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thishawaiilife.com\/\">This Hawaii Life<\/a><\/p>\n<p>One of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of Northern California to visit and spend a day outdoors in nature is Point Reyes National Seashore. It\u2019s a gorgeous expanse of the seashore with natural dunes, forest chaparral, estuaries, and majestic cliffs. This natural wonderland is so beautiful and well preserved for all to enjoy.<\/p>\n<p>Start off by checking out the visitors center to see the wonderful displays, talk to the rangers and see what areas sound interesting for a road trip or hike around the park. Even with over 2.4 million visitors every year to the park, there is plenty of room to explore and be with nature here. Still, you have to plan accordingly with changing weather conditions, closures, and smaller roads to navigate through.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s so much to explore here if you love the outdoors from the colorful tidepools, forested areas with majestic coastal redwoods and firs, dramatic cliffs and sandy dunes, jagged coastlines with a cool lighthouse to hike and explore at the tip of the park. There are even wild bobcats, coyotes, tule elk and deer, turkey vultures, blue herons, and a host of other bird species that nest in the park. The wildlife is abundant, with a variety of land and marine life that you may see in hikes or driving through the area.<\/p>\n<p>Point Reyes is old California and a natural wonderland worth visiting and a truly amazing part of Northern California worth visiting.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California.jpg\" alt=\"California landmarks\" class=\"wp-image-22417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 23 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_683\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California.jpg\" alt=\"California landmarks\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Point-Reyes-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 23 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Point Reyes National Seashore<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Devils_Postpile\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Devils_Postpile\"><\/span>Devils Postpile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">By Dhara from Roadtripping California<\/p>\n<p>California is home to several national monuments, and\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/roadtrippingcalifornia.com\/devils-postpile-national-monument-mammoth-lakes\/\">Devils Postpile National Monument<\/a>\u00a0in the Eastern Sierra is a must-visit for its natural wonders. The monument protects a volcanic rock formation and a magnificent waterfall.<\/p>\n<p>Formed by volcanic forces ages ago, the Devils Postpile formation is an impressive mass of hexagonal columns that look like a work of art. Although many of the columns have collapsed or cracked, you will still see a large number standing erect. You can even take a short trail to view the tops of the columns.<\/p>\n<p>Another hike in the park leads to beautiful Rainbow Falls. The flow is most powerful in the early summer, but the waterfall continues to look good into the fall.<\/p>\n<p>Other than the main attractions, the monument includes the surrounding scenery, with mountains and the Middle Fork of the San Joaquin River. Hiking, fishing, and picnicking are popular in the park. You may also see wildlife and birds.<\/p>\n<p>The monument is only open in summer and early fall. For much of the time when it is open, you need to take a shuttle from the town of Mammoth Lakes to the monument during the day. Outside of shuttle operation hours or days, you can drive to the park.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_685\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California.jpg\" alt=\"Devils Postpile California 25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss\" class=\"wp-image-22434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 24 Famous California Landmarks\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_685\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California.jpg\" alt=\"Devils Postpile California 25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-22434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_300\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_768\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/q_lossless,ret_img,w_150\/https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Devils-Postpile-California-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"25 famous California Landmarks you shouldn't miss 24 Famous California Landmarks\"><figcaption>Devils Postpile- hexagonal columns, Natural landmarks in California<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Pin it for later<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dpsp-share-text \"> Sharing is caring!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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