Hit the Open Road and Explore California’s Iconic Highway 1!
31-03-26
Bucket-list adventures don’t come much bigger that exploring the wide-open wonder path of California’s Highway 1 and passing stunning ocean views, rocky coastlines, verdant valleys, majestic redwoods, famous manmade and natural sights, and a kaleidoscope of charming towns and vibrant cities along the way!
Also known as the Pacific Coast Highway – the iconic 656-mile route of Highway 1 stretches along California's Pacific coast from Dana Point to Leggett and connects Southern and Northern California with ease. The road passes through 26 cities and must-see sights like Big Sur’s Bixby Creek Bridge, McWay Falls, and Partington Cove; San Simeon’s Hearst Castle and Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery, Carmel’s Point Lobos State Nature Reserve, Monterey’s Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row, and SLO CAL’s Oceano Dunes.
TURNING THE SPOTLIGHT ON MONTEREY AND SLO CAL
Part of Highway 1 from SLO CAL through Big Sur to Monterey closed in 2023 following significant landslide damage but re-opened in mid-January 2026 after repairs. To celebrate the full re-opening of this section and the restoration of uninterrupted travel along the entire route of Highway 1 - we’d like to turn the spotlight on what Monterey and SLO CAL have to offer visitors!
MONTEREY
Find your way here!
Monterey mixes a rich vibe of historic and nautical charm, a literary connection to John Steinbeck, outdoor activities, and so much more. Enjoy fresh seafood as you watch the frolicking sea lions and otters at Old Fisherman’s Wharf and learn about Monterey’s sardine industry at Cannery Row. Meet Monterey Bay Aquarium’s jelly fish and sharks, catch sight of humpback whales and dolphins in the bay, and wander through the butterflies at Pacific Grove’s Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary. Pay a visit to Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, National Steinbeck Center, and Monterey Museum and let the kids explore and play at Monterey County Youth Museum.
Monterey County Fairgrounds are your go-to for the annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival and Monterey Jazz Festival. Take a road-trip to experience Big Sur’s Bixby Bridge, Point Lobos’ sea cliffs and wildlife, and McWay Falls or the 17-Mile Drive through Pebble Beach with the Lone Cypress tree, Bird Rock’s rugged coastline, Spanish Bay’s white sand dunes, and the historic Del Monte enroute?
SLO CAL
Discover the soulful heart of California’s Central Coast in SLO CAL!
SLO CAL aka San Luis Obispo takes in 15 distinct communities and towns – from the vibrant San Luis Obispo and the award-winning Paso Robles wine country to the laidback beach haven of Pismo Beach and nautical Morro Bay. Head along Highway 1 to see Piedras Blancas’ elephant seals, hike to the top of Bishop Peak, splash in Cayucos' tidepools, kayak with otters in Morro Bay’s estuary, and explore Oceano’s magical dunes. Step back in time at San Luis Obispo’s Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, Aroyo Grande’s Heritage House Museum, and San Simeon’s Hearst Castle.
Cycle the Bob Jones Bike Trail along San Luis Obispo Creek to Avila Beach or the kids can get hands on at SLO Children’s Museum. Explore Thursday’s Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market and taste Central Coast Brewing’s craft beer and Edna Valley Winery’s Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Don’t miss live performances at the Fremont Theater and Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo and the annual Shabang Music Festival, Live Oak Music Festival, Central Coast Renaissance Festival, and SLO Beer Fest.
If we’ve inspired you to travel to California and along Highway 1 to Monterey, SLO, and beyond…why not check out our latest California offers below!