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Explore Southern California with this all-in-one guidebook, packed with more than 250 of the best destinations organized by theme.
If you’ve ever asked, “What should we do today?” then grab a copy of Southern California Day Trips. You’ll discover hundreds of unique attractions around the Southland, including the fun, the fascinating, and the downright unusual. This comprehensive guide by Southern California travel guru Laura Randall is jam-packed with the top spots for entertainment, excitement, and relaxation. Take a simple day trip or string together a longer vacation of activities that appeal to you. Useful for singles, couples, and families—visitors and residents alike—this guide encompasses a wide range of interests.
You’ll find aquariums, arboretums, and museums; beach trips and marine-mammal encounters; and chapters that feature shopping and spas. So find an adventure that feels handpicked for you. With Southern California Day Trips at your fingertips, you’ll always have something to do!
Features You’ll Appreciate:
- Sections divided by theme for easy reference—decide what to do, then figure out where to do it
- Destinations based on such themes as Festivals & Special Events, Hooray for Hollywood, Outdoor Adventures, and Sports
- Handy size that’s perfect for traveling
As a journalist with more than 20 years of experience, Los Angeles resident Laura Randall has written for the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Sunset magazine, and The Christian Science Monitor. She is the author of such travel guides as 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Los Angeles, Five-Star Trails: Palm Springs, and Pacific Crest Trail: Southern California.
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Introduction
The Arts
Beaches & Surf Culture
Books & Libraries
California Curiosities
Eating & Drinking
Festivals & Special Events
Fun Getaways
Gardens, Arboretums & Zoos
History & Architecture
Presidential Museums & Libraries
Hooray for Hollywood
Let It Snow
Museums & Science Centers
Outdoor Adventures
Shopping
Sports
Transportation
Wellness & Spirituality
Whale-watching & Marine Life
Index
About the Author