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Courtesy of the Chapman Estate Foundation A lighthouse, windmill, koi pond, and acres of gardens —Touring the grounds and gardens of the Chapman Estate in Shell Beach is an opportunity to enjoy an exquisite gift to the Central Coast. It all started in 1929 when Arthur and Celia Rogers purchased land and...

James Dean and his Prosche Spyder, reportedly taken in Sherman Oaks, about 4 and half hours before the accident. Photo courtesy of James Dean official...

Bring the family, learn the natural history of Morro Bay through interactive, educational displays— —A trip to California’s Central Coast is not...

–The Point San Luis Lighthouse, often referred to as the San Luis Obispo Lighthouse, stands on a bold headland overlooking the Pacific Ocean and, thanks...

––For over three decades, the Crushed Grape has been the go-to destination in San Luis Obispo for tourists looking for custom gift baskets highlighting...

San Luis Obispo museum housed in an 1894 freight house building packed full of train equipment and ‘rolling stock’ —The San Luis Obispo Railroad...

A place where found treasures are seen and local secrets revealed Inside a glass case in the historic Carnegie Library is a rusted spice box and a spread...

Iconic bells have marked the historic El Camino Real since 1906. Highways and roads cover California and none is more special than El Camino Real, the...

Celebrate the mission’s 250-year legacy at April 9 Mission Days Visit this remote, tranquil mission for a personal experience and to enjoy the upcoming...

The Cass House in Cayucos Wake up to fresh baked goods and a breathtaking view of Cayucos —In the land of the mermaids where sweet salty air and perfect...