Romantic California Vacation Highlights
Romantic California Vacation Guide - Destinations, Accommodation, Places to See & Things to Do

High Above the Golden Gate Bridge near San Francisco, CA
By Greg Mattson, ERV Editor - Updated: Jan 7, 2012
Here's our guide to the most romantic places in California!
You’ll find details & deals on romantic destinations in Northern, Central & Southern California, including B&B's and rentals, romantic hotels, plus spa packages and wine tours for a great getaway.
Our favorite California vacation spots may become yours too, including romantic spots on the Central Coast (spectacular Carmel & Big Sur), desert resorts in Palm Springs, and wild and wonderful Hwy 1 destinations like Mendocino and Fort Bragg.
For a romantic 3 or 4 night getaway, you can't beat a visit to San Francisco, along with an excursion or daytrip to Napa & Sonoma Wine Country.
Coastal California is the place for romance & travel too - come along and explore some great beach towns like Newport, La Jolla, Hermosa Beach and Laguna Beach, CA.
So let's get started with some destinations and ideas to help plan your honeymoon or romantic weekend in California & The West Coast!
Our Top 3 Romantic California Vacation Spots:
1. San Diego: lots of vacation, honeymoon or anniversary things to do here, like trolley rides to the Gaslamp Quarter, daytrips to Coronado Island, romantic dining in La Jolla and lots more, and all in the best climate in the USA.
2. San Francisco: enough superlatives about romance and San Francisco have been written to fill volumes, but see it for yourselves and don't miss exploring the great neighbourhoods of the City by the Bay, plus a night or two in some great small to mid-size romantic hotels.
3. Carmel: tucked away along the coast in Monterey County, this quiet little seaside town is a natural for picnics on the beach, a relaxing stroll among the galleries and cafes, or an attractive base for exploring more of the California's wonderful Big Sur.
More California Romantic Destinations
San Francisco: A must-see for romantic travellers! See our Romantic Getaway in San Francisco page. And for hotels and inns, be sure and look over our choices for the Top 10 Romantic Hotels in San Francisco.
Northern California: Leave the crowds behind and experience the rugged north coast, including Bodega Bay and Mendocino. Lots more for romantic wanderers in our
Northern California Romantic Getaways
Napa and Sonoma Valleys: 2 of the many excellent Wine regions in California.
For great Sonoma and Napa vacation ideas and tips on a California Wine Tour, Click Here
Southern California: Look past the theme parks and discover LA's quieter side - Romantic Getaways in Los Angeles. Or, explore the great spots for couples inland and on the islands too on a Southern California Romantic Getaway.
California Spa Vacations: The coast, mountains and desert are home to many day spas and California resort spas.
Click Here for more about California Spa Vacations
San Diego: Home to some of the best beaches and weather in the USA! Hop the tram to the Gaslamp Quarter, ride a surrey around Coronado Island, or explore luxurious La Jolla nd the great beaches north. Start planning your romantic getaway in San Diego right away.
Palm Springs: Golf, tennis, shopping, swimming, and the sunshine. And that goes from January to December! For some serious desert R&R,
Click Here for our Palm Springs Vacation page.
Romantic Places to Stay in California
More Romantic California Vacation Resources:
To map out your romantic escape in California, we've got both a
Central California Map and Mileage Chart
and a
Southern California Map and Mileage Chart.
Find romantic beach and oceanfront California Motels in great spots like Fresno, Sacramento and Marina Del Ray, CA.
Spend a romantic day at the Best California Beach - how to Choose the Best California Beach, with detailed information about California beaches, including vacations and getaways.
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