Is 7 days in California enough?

You could definitely do a great California road trip in 7 days, but ideally I'd give yourself at least 10 days. We did this particular route over multiple visits. One time, we did a Pacific Coast Highway road trip from San Francisco down to San Diego over four weeks.



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California Road Trip Itinerary – 7 Days along PCH!
  1. Itinerary Overview.
  2. Day 1: Fly into San Francisco.
  3. Day 2: San Francisco.
  4. Day 3: Drive to Monterey (2 hours)
  5. Day 4: Big Sur – Cambria (2 hours – full day)
  6. Day 5: Day trip to Paso Robles (45 minutes)
  7. Day 6: Cambria to Los Angeles (4 hours)
  8. Day 7: Explore Los Angeles.


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A vacation to California for one week usually costs around $1,760 for one person. So, a trip to California for two people costs around $3,519 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs $7,038 in California.

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We recommend planning at least 3 days for San Diego. This will allow you to explore the city center, visit one or two theme parks, and potentially also catch a glimpse of the beautiful coastal areas nearby. However, if you have more time, you can easily fill 5-7 days in San Diego and you'll find plenty to do.

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While five days is only enough to sample all of Los Angeles has to offer, this guide is intended to make sure you make the most of your trip. Through exploring both East and West Los Angeles, you'll be able to experience the different thrilling opportunities that LA has to offer.

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Accommodation makes up a big chunk of your travel budget when visiting LA, but you can save money by avoiding popular areas like Beverly Hills and Malibu. Districts like Koreatown, located between Hollywood and downtown, offer a mix of budget-friendly hotels, hostels, and guesthouses within its vibrant neighborhood.

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How much time should I spend in LA? Let me start by saying that LA is a HUGE city and the landmarks are spread apart from each other. Ideally, you should try to spend 5-7 days here if you don't want to be rushed and want to see everything.

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The best time to visit Los Angeles is in the spring, from March through May, and in autumn, from September to November. These times of the year have lovely weather, fewer crowds, and cleaner, crisper air. The summer months from June through August can swelter with soaring temperatures and thick smog.

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“Massive” doesn't begin to describe it. So, do you need a car in Los Angeles? I'll let you in on a secret: despite its size, you can still get around LA without a car. The Metro system gets a bad rap, but it's a robust web of trains, buses, and bikes that serves over 227 million people annually.

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