California's dramatic landscape has inspired generations of artists and explorers - from rugged redwood-covered bluffs to idyllic sun-drenched sands, plunging valleys, and snow-capped peaks. As culturally influential as it is geographically impressive, California also boasts two of the world's foremost cities, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

You'll discover:

-Our pick of California's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
-The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
-Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the state easy
-Easy-to-follow itineraries
-Expert advice get ready, get around and stay safe
-Color-coded chapters to every part of California, from Los Angeles to San Francisco, San Diego to the High Sierras
-A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

Our updated guide brings California to life, transporting you there as no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations that place you inside the state's iconic buildings and neighborhoods.

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