Lonely Planet Discover California is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.
Go star-spotting in Hollywood, marvel at soaring redwood forests, or sample vintages in Wine Country; all with your trusted travel companion. 
Full-color maps and images throughout.Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests.Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots.Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices.Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience ? history, family travel, visual art, cinema, literature, music, architecture, cuisine, wine, landscapes, wildlife.Over 40 color maps
Coverage includes: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Northern California, Wine Country, Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada, San Diego & the Deserts, Disneyland & Orange County and more.

From towering redwood forests in foggy Northern California to perfectly sun-kissed surf beaches in Southern California, this Golden State alongside the Pacific is a prize.Inspirational images, 3D illustrations, city walks and recommendations from our expertPlanning features and top itineraries to help you plan the perfect tripLocal secrets and hidden travel gems that will make your trip uniquePlus the best beaches, road trips and wine regions
Coverage includes: Planning chapters, San Francisco, Marin County & Bay Area, Napa & Sonoma Country, North Coast & Redwoods, Northern Mountains, Gold Country & Cen Valley, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & Sierra Navada, Central Coast, Los Angeles, Disneyland Orange County, San Diego, Palm Springs & Deserts, Understand & Survival chapters.