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30 Best and Fun Things To Do In Cambria, California


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Cambria is a quaint coastal village situated in California, nestled between the bustling cities of San Francisco and Los Angeles. It is renowned for its charming tree-lined streets, picturesque parks, and well-preserved historic buildings.

One of the most fascinating historic buildings in Cambria is Nitt Witt Ridge. The building gives visitors an opportunity to look back in time and is a must-see on any trip to this beach town.

Cambria is also home to some truly stunning beaches, such as Moonstone Beach and Leffingwell Landing. Additionally, there are several hiking trails dotted throughout the town, such as the Bluff Trail and the trails at Fiscalini Ranch Preserve.

Read our list below for more amazing things to do in Cambria, California

The 30 Most Popular Things To Do In Cambria, California

30. Natalie’s Cove

2.5 ★★★☆☆ (4 reviews)

29. Pico Creek Beach

5.0 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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Location: San Simeon CA

28. Cambria Cemetery

4.6 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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Location: 6005 Bridge Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 5158

Web Address:   https://cambriacemetery.com/

27. Vault Gallery

4.4 ★★★★☆ (12 reviews)

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Location: 2289 Main Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 235 0735

Web Address:   http://vaultgallery.com/

26. Town of Harmony

4.7 ★★★★★ (12 reviews)

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Location: 2177 Old Creamery Road Harmony CA

Tel:  805 322 4352

Web Address:   https://harmonytown.com/

25. Cambria Historical Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

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Location: 2251 Center Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 2891

Web Address:   https://cambriahistoricalsociety.com/museum.html

24. San Simeon Point

4.8 ★★★★★ (30 reviews)

23. Moonstone Beach Boardwalk

4.7 ★★★★★ (33 reviews)

Location: Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA

Tel:  805 781 5930

Web Address:   https://highway1discoveryroute.com/activities/moonstone-beach-cambria/

22. Artifacts Gallery

4.9 ★★★★★ (36 reviews)

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Location: 775 Main Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 4465

Web Address:   https://artifactsgallery.com/

21. San Simeon Bay

4.9 ★★★★★ (47 reviews)

20. Cambria Dog Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (55 reviews)

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Location: 2021 Rodeo Grounds Road Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 6223

Web Address:   https://cambriacsd.org/parks

19. Stolo Vineyards & Winery

4.9 ★★★★★ (74 reviews)

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Location: 3776 Santa Rosa Creek Road Cambria CA

Tel:  805 924 3131

Web Address:   https://stolofamilyvineyards.com/

18. Cambria Farmers Market

4.6 ★★★★★ (74 reviews)

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Location: 1000 Main Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 395 6659

Web Address:   http://cambriafarmersmarket.com/

17. Lampton Cliffs Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (82 reviews)

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Location: Lampton Street at Sherwood Dr Cambria CA

Tel:  805 781 5930

16. Ocean Vista Point

4.8 ★★★★★ (117 reviews)

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Location: San Simeon CA

Tel:  805 927 3500

Web Address:   https://visitsansimeonca.com/

15. Harmony Cellars

4.6 ★★★★★ (136 reviews)

Location: 3255 Harmony Valley Road Harmony CA

Tel:  805 927 1625

Web Address:   http://harmonycellars.com/

14. Harmony Headlands State Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (181 reviews)

Location: Cayucos CA

Tel:  805 772 6101

Web Address:   http://parks.ca.gov/

13. Leffingwell Landing Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (306 reviews)

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Location: Moonstone Beach Dr & CA 1 Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 2010

12. San Simeon Pier

4.7 ★★★★★ (352 reviews)

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Location: San Simeon CA

Tel:  805 772 6101

Web Address:   http://sansimeonchamber.org/recreation/fishing/

11. Friends Of The Elephant Seal Visitor Center and Gift Shop

4.7 ★★★★★ (579 reviews)

Location: Plaza del Cavalier 250 San Simeon Ave Suite 5A San Simeon CA

Tel:  805 924 1628

Web Address:   https://elephantseal.org/

10. Moonstone Beach Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,012 reviews)

Location: 5744 Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA

Tel:  916 653 6995

Web Address:   http://parks.ca.gov/

9. Hearst San Simeon State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (2,623 reviews)

Location: 500 San Simeon Monterey Creek Road Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 2035

Web Address:   http://parks.ca.gov/

Our Top picks

8. Nitt Witt Ridge

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: 881 Hillcrest Dr Cambria CA

7. Gardens at Cambria Pines Lodge

4.9 ★★★★★ (14 reviews)

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Location: 2905 Burton Dr Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 4200

Web Address:   https://cambriapineslodge.com/gardens

6. Cayucos Cellars

4.4 ★★★★☆ (14 reviews)

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Credit: Cayucos Cellars, Google Maps

Location: 2020 Main Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 935 9050

Web Address:   http://cayucoscellars.com/

5. Moonstone Beach Drive

5.0 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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4. Cutruzzola Vineyards

4.9 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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Location: 555 Main Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 2670

Web Address:   http://cutruzzolavineyards.com/

3. Moonstone Cellars

4.8 ★★★★★ (73 reviews)

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Location: 812 Cornwall Street Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 9466

Web Address:   http://moonstonecellars.com/

2. Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

4.8 ★★★★★ (708 reviews)

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Location: Office at 604 Main St Trail access at 2799 Bluff Trail Cambria CA

Tel:  805 927 2856

Web Address:   http://fiscaliniranchpreserve.org/

1. Shamel Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (777 reviews)

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Location: 5455 Windsor Blvd Cambria CA

Tel:  805 781 5930

Web Address:   https://slocountyparks.com/day-use-parks/shamel-park/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Cambria, California! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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