The Rough Guide to California: Travel Guide with eBook

This practical travel guide to California features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest, structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. This fully updated guide comes with a free eBook and covers Los Angeles, San Diego, the Deserts, Death Valley, the Sierra, the Central Coast, San Francisco, the Gold Country, Lake Tahoe and Northern California.

Inside you'll find recommendations for every type of traveller, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Yosemite Valley to family activities in child-friendly places like Venice Beach, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas like Salvation Mountain. The guide is packed with essential pre-departure information including California entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, and tips for travellers with disabilities. Time-saving itineraries cover the best of California, carefully planned for different time frames or types of trip.

Written by expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this guide features colour-coded maps to help you navigate with ease, comprehensive background information on California's history, culture, environment and wildlife, and fabulous full-colour photography showcasing stunning locations like Yosemite National Park and the spectacular Bixby Creek Bridge. With helpful icons, user-friendly layout, and honest independent reviews matching different needs, you'll find insider tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and discover the best local spots for surfing or climbing the saw-toothed peaks of the Sierra Nevada.