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Pacific Coast Highway - Route 1
“One of the USA's must see's”
- Review By TripAdvisor Traveler, Richard195418, Bristol, United Kingdom
Tip: It’s not the longest road trip, but it’s packed with things to do and places to eat and stay. Give yourself enough time to relax, linger and explore. Ten days ought to do it, and allow for a few pauses if the fog rolls in off the bay.
Without exaggeration one of the world’s best drives. Here surf meets turf – this legendary ribbon of road snakes north, clinging to a shoreline sandwiches between mountains and bays. You’ll drive past off-shore arches and drive through giant trees; hike redwood forests and touch base with your secret surfer soul. Stay in cozy inns, eat fine seafood, and fill your eyes with sunsets and ocean views.
