Top 10 Things to See in California

Are you looking to see the highlights of California in just a single trip? Most people are and with that, there are some places to see that you shouldn't miss. Some are one-of-a-kind, rare opportunities that you'll not find elsewhere on the planet, offering a testament to California's history, diverse geography and truly unique tourist attractions.

While some will question why we didn't include the top attended attraction next to Disneyland (Hollywood), it easily could be on the list. However with the expansion of entertainment into Florida and cities throughout the U.S. and globe, the attendance at a locally filmed game show or studio tour seemed less than unique, as you'll find similar offerings in Florida. So why put Disneyland on the list, then? You can see the theme park around the globe. Answer: This original Disneyland is where it all began, and though it is similar to other Disney parks, the experience is combined often with beaches and other top 10 thing to see to make for a Golden opportunity.

• San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge - the most photographed bridge in the world celebrated its 75th birthday in 2012. Without this bridge, San Francisco wouldn't be the same.
• Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park - world's biggest tree and Nation's Christmas Tree
• Waterfalls at Yosemite National Park
• Pebble Beach 17 Mile Drive
• California Desert - Dunes, Joshua Tree
• Gold Country - Columbia State Historic Park, Sonora and Big Trees
• Napa-Sonoma Wine Country in Hot Air Balloon
• Catalina Island by Golf Cart
• Disneyland
• Hearst Castle

Advertisement