California (Lonely Planet Country & Regional Guides)

Lonely Planet California is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch sunsets and surfers along the Pacific Coast Highway, hike through wildflower-strewn meadows in Yosemite, or dine on organic California cuisine while overlooking Napa Valley vineyards; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of California and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet California Travel Guide:
Color maps and images throughout
Highlights and itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests
Insider tips save you time and money and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential info at your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, art, literature, cinema, music, politics, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, beer, wine, and more
Over 75 color maps
Useful features - including Walking Tours, Travel with Children, and Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar)
Coverage of North Coast, Wine Country, San Francisco, Central Valley, Lake Tahoe, Marin, Yosemite, Sierra Nevadas, Central Coast, Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs, Disneyland, Orange County, and more