Big Sur
Big Sur Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August, 2026
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What to do
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Roaring Camp
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Silicon Valley
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Computer History Museum
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Googleplex
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Hoover Tower
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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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What to eat
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Big Sur Village General Store & Burrito Bar
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Aubergine the restaurant at L'Auberge Carmel
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Highway 1’s hidden waterfall secret
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Beautiful Waterfall on California's Highway 1: McWay Falls
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🌊 Big Sur Dreams & the Iconic Bixby Creek Bridge 🇺🇸✨
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California State Route 1 Guide｜The Wind and Freedom of the Pacific
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Private Car Tour to Explore the Full California Panorama! Customized Chinese Private Car Service from San Francisco
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California State Route 1 Big Sur｜Sea Otters, Waterfalls, and the Wild Romance of the Milky Way
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Group of 2! Three-Day Pure Play Small Group Tour on California’s Highway 1 Without Detours
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Enjoy Big Sur at your own pace! Custom charter on Highway 1
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Popular Best Things to Do Near Big Sur
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Roaring Camp
5.0/528 Reviews
Silicon Valley
4.5/5154 Reviews
Computer History Museum
4.7/517 Reviews
Googleplex
4.2/546 Reviews
Hoover Tower
4.8/549 Reviews
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Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Mountain climbing | Exhibitions & events | Concerts | Performances | Historical attractions | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Sightseeing bus | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Cycling | Hiking | Parks
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