What are some places to stop on hwy 101 from LA to San Fran?

Answer by  bo (874)

Hwy 101 is one of the nation's most scenic drives. It is very beautiful. If driving along the coast, you must stop in Malibu. Paradise Cove is amazing and there is a great restaurant. You may also consider stopping in Carmel and possibly at Pebble Beach. There are lots of small towns along the way to stop, shop, and eat.

Answer by  dcin (169)

There are many beautiful and historic places to stop on Highway 101. For one thing,there are the numerous missions between Los Angeles and San Francisco which are about 200 years old and have beauty and history. Santa Barbara and Hearst Castle and Pismo Beach on the central coast are scenic and popular places to visit.

Answer by  snessia (991)

Santa Barbara has beautiful beaches. Slight side trip 40 miles west of San Luis Obispo is the opulent Hearst Castle. Gilroy is great if you love garlic.

Answer by  chins01 (70)

Some destinations along your way include San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Monterey, Palo Alto, and San Jose. Monterey is beautiful and a perfect stopping point. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is world famous and a highly recommended stop.

Answer by  Rudolpho (154)

San Louis Obisbo is the site of the first motel in the world. Also, detour along to the pacific coast highway and you'll find that it's some of the most beautiful seacoast in the world.