ZipTripsThings to do in Big Sur: 1 local trip idea
A ready-made adventure day trip in Big Sur, California, with 5 stops in order.
Adventures in the Redwoods
An action-packed day of rugged hiking, redwood exploration, and scenic coastal dining along the legendary Highway 1 corridor in Big Sur.
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Big Sur Bakery
47540 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, USAFuel up on wood-fired pastries and hearty breakfast plates in a historic 1930s ranch house.
★ 4.4 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$25 per person · Directions - 2
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Big Sur, CA 93920, USAHike the steep, 2-mile Valley View Trail for panoramic valley vistas or trek to Pfeiffer Falls.
★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$10 per person · Directions - 3
Nepenthe
48510 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, USASit on the outdoor terrace and grab an iconic Ambrosia Burger paired with stunning cliffside ocean views.
★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$35 per person · Directions - 4
Partington Cove Trailhead
CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, USAHike down a steep, rocky trail, pass through a 60-foot historic tunnel, and emerge at a rugged, crashing cove.
★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$10 per person · Directions - 5
Fernwood Tavern
47200 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, USARelax on the redwood-shaded deck with draft beers, fresh pizzas, and local vibes after a demanding day.
★ 4.4 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$30 per person · Directions
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