Local Attractions
Henry Miller Library
The Henry Miller Memorial Library is a non-profit arts center and bookstore that documents the life of the late writer, artist, and Henry Miller. The library is open daily to the public and often hosts intimate outdoor concerts and small events.
Point Sur Lighthouse
Point Sur Lighthouse stands atop a dramatic volcanic rock just off-shore in Big Sur. This historic aid-to-navigation still guides ships along the treacherous Central California Coast. Point Sur can be visited by guided walking tours year round.
Bixby Bridge
Welcome to Big Sur’s version of the Golden Gate Bridge. Cross this unforgettable bridge into iconic Big Sur. A must-see road trip spot for many and probably the most Instagrammed feature along the Highway 1 coastline. And rightly so.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a pioneering aquarium and renowned marine conservation organization perched on the edge of the wild Monterey Bay in California. Its mission is to inspire conservation of the ocean. The aquarium is located on historic Cannery Row in Monterey and open daily. (Photo credit: SeeMonterey.com)
Carmel
Just up the coast, visitors can enjoy the charm of downtown Carmel and the natural beauty of California’s central coast while engaging in a variety of outdoor activities, dining and shopping. Explore the 17-Mile Drive, widely recognized as one of the most scenic drives in the world, which runs from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach.
Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle is a National Historic Landmark mansion located in San Simeon and was the home of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst. It has been maintained as a state historic site and is now a museum that is open for public tours.