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Things to Do in Big Sur in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated July 2025) | Trip.com
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What to Do
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Big Sur
4.6
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110 Reviews
"Beaches and shores"
Rocky Creek Bridge
4.2
4.0
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54 Reviews
Pfeiffer Beach
3.4
4.3
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36 Reviews
"Beaches and shores"
Bixby Creek Bridge
3.5
4.0
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17 Mile Dr
6.8
4.5
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290 Reviews
"Beaches and shores"
McWay Falls
2.9
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McWay Falls
2.9
3.6
/5
19 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
2.9
4.0
/5
3 Reviews
"Camping and campsites"
Fernwood Resort and Campground
2.9
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Andrew Molera State Park
2.8
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"Natural scenery"
Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Big Sur, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Post Ranch Inn
4.7
/5
48 Reviews
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort
4.5
/5
43 Reviews
Big Sur Lodge
4.0
/5
102 Reviews
Fernwood Resort
4.0
/5
13 Reviews
Big Sur River Inn
3.7
/5
24 Reviews
New- Cabin by the River
4.9
/5
12 Reviews
Forest Cottage in Big Sur w/Private Hiking & Hot Tub
4.9
/5
19 Reviews
5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk to All Big Sur Has to Offer
4.9
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What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Big Sur dishes and foodie spots.
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Big Sur River Inn Restaurant
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Avg. AUD45/person
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"Open Late"
Big Sur Roadhouse
1 Reviews
Avg. AUD29/person
"Western-style"
Sierra Mar
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Avg. AUD143/person
"Western-style"
"View"
Big Sur Coast Gallery & Cafe
1 Reviews
"Western-style"
Fernwood Resort Bar & Grill
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"Bars/Bistros"
Big Sur Village General Store & Burrito Bar
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Covey Grill
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"Western-style"
Shearwater Tavern
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"Bars/Bistros"
Albatross Ridge Winery & Kitchen
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"Bars/Bistros"
Nura Sushi & Island Grill
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"Seafood"
Edwin's Kaona Carmel
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"Asian Cuisine"
Rockfish Harbor Grill
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"Seafood"
Big Sur Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Popular Luxury Hotels Near Big Sur
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CordeValle
9.5
/5
21 Reviews
Rosewood Sand Hill
9.5
/5
68 Reviews
The Clement Palo Alto
9.8
/5
57 Reviews
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
9.0
/5
51 Reviews
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
9.0
/5
71 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
9.5
/5
127 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Embarcadero
9.6
/5
137 Reviews
The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square
9.3
/5
43 Reviews
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection
9.2
/5
59 Reviews
Carneros Resort and Spa
9.0
/5
66 Reviews
The Estate Yountville
9.2
/5
103 Reviews
Bardessono Hotel and Spa
9.6
/5
102 Reviews
Popular Scenic Hotels Near Big Sur
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Villa Mara Carmel
9.8
/5
52 Reviews
1 Hotel San Francisco
9.0
/5
110 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Embarcadero
9.6
/5
137 Reviews
The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square
9.3
/5
43 Reviews
Casa Madrona Hotel and Spa
8.8
/5
102 Reviews
Napa River Inn
9.2
/5
100 Reviews
River Terrace Inn, a Noble House Hotel
8.9
/5
101 Reviews
Napa Valley Lodge
9.3
/5
106 Reviews
The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa
9.0
/5
56 Reviews
Harvest Inn
9.2
/5
103 Reviews
Wine Country Inn Napa Valley
9.0
/5
100 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Napa Valley
8.5
/5
40 Reviews
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La Playa Hotel
9.0
/5
105 Reviews
Fairmont San Francisco
8.2
/5
125 Reviews
Neighbourgood Sutter
9.3
/5
57 Reviews
Carneros Resort and Spa
9.0
/5
66 Reviews
The White House Napa Valley
9.0
/5
98 Reviews
Napa River Inn
9.2
/5
100 Reviews
Senza Hotel
9.1
/5
104 Reviews
Dr Wilkinsons Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs a Member of Design Hotels
8.8
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72 Reviews
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Hotel Valencia Santana Row
9.3
/5
116 Reviews
Enchante Boutique Hotel
9.2
/5
51 Reviews
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
9.0
/5
51 Reviews
El Prado
9.2
/5
96 Reviews
Park James
8.9
/5
103 Reviews
Grand Hyatt at SFO
9.6
/5
90 Reviews
Hotel Cerro, Autograph Collection
8.9
/5
99 Reviews
The St. Regis San Francisco
8.8
/5
94 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
9.5
/5
127 Reviews
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
8.9
/5
123 Reviews
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
9.0
/5
62 Reviews
ANDAZ NAPA, BY HYATT
8.9
/5
105 Reviews
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The Gables Wine Country Inn
10.0
/5
52 Reviews
Cavallo Point
9.2
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100 Reviews
Inn on Randolph
9.2
/5
37 Reviews
Olea Hotel
9.7
/5
78 Reviews
The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
8.8
/5
99 Reviews
The Genevieve
9.5
/5
73 Reviews
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Bernardus Lodge & Spa
9.5
/5
77 Reviews
Lodge at Pebble Beach
8.6
/5
29 Reviews
Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa
9.2
/5
128 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
9.0
/5
87 Reviews
Hotel Nia, Autograph Collection
8.9
/5
85 Reviews
The St. Regis San Francisco
8.8
/5
94 Reviews
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
8.9
/5
123 Reviews
1 Hotel San Francisco
9.0
/5
110 Reviews
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
9.0
/5
62 Reviews
Fairmont San Francisco
8.2
/5
125 Reviews
Hotel Drisco
9.7
/5
44 Reviews
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
8.5
/5
101 Reviews
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Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
8.9
/5
63 Reviews
Villa Mara Carmel
9.8
/5
52 Reviews
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
9.0
/5
55 Reviews
L'Auberge Carmel, Relais & Chateaux
9.0
/5
91 Reviews
Sanctuary Beach Resort
8.8
/5
94 Reviews
Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
8.9
/5
53 Reviews
El Prado
9.2
/5
96 Reviews
The Stanford Park Hotel
9.4
/5
116 Reviews
The Piccolo
9.5
/5
101 Reviews
Hotel San Luis Obispo
9.3
/5
100 Reviews
ANDAZ NAPA, BY HYATT
8.9
/5
105 Reviews
Archer Hotel Napa
9.3
/5
103 Reviews
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Nature and wildlife
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Natural scenery
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Beaches and shores
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Mountain climbing
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Cultural institutions
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Museums
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Themed exhibition halls
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Science & technology museums
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Historical attractions
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Exhibitions & events
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Performances
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Concerts
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Exhibitions
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Leisure activities
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Spa/massage
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Sightseeing tours
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Night view
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Boat tour
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Sightseeing bus
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Cycling
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Hiking
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Parks
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Water sports
Popular Attractions in Big Sur
Henry Miller Memorial Library
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McWay Falls
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