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Bixby Creek Bridge and Big Sur coastline, California
Bixby Creek Bridge and the Big Sur coastline as seen from California's famous Highway 1 (James Randklev/Photographer's Choice/Getty)

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Big Sur Overview

Big Sur is more than a drive along one of the most dramatic coastlines on earth or a peaceful repose amid a forest of California redwoods. It's a stretch of wilderness so overwhelmingly beautiful—especially when the fog glows in the moonlight—that it enchants everyone who visits. It's also home to a particular breed of nature lover who prefers a rustic lifestyle to the rest of California's offerings. When the 1997 and 1998 El Niño storms caused landslides and major road damage, cutting the area off from civilization for months, reports from Big Sur were unusual: Some residents fled, vowing never to return. The remaining residents rejoiced in the temporary solitude; Post Ranch, the area's ultimate luxury resort, shared the impromptu intimacy with deep-pocketed guests by flying them in via helicopter (for an extra fee, of course). Such is the price paid for living amid the California wilderness. The reopened roads are packed again, and driving through the region is slow; rubberneckers admiring the view and nervous Nellies fearing the cliffs drive with their foot on the brakes. Read More

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Hotels

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Hotel Pacific

300 Pacific Street
Monterey, CA 93940 Map

Distance: 23.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
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from: $167

Monterey Plaza Hotel

400 Cannery Row
Monterey, CA 93940 Map

Distance: 24.2 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
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from: $845

Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach

1518 Cypress Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953 Map

Distance: 22.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0
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Attractions

Andrew Molera State Park Beach

Big Sur


Distance: 2.4 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Andrew Molera State Park Beach is a relatively undeveloped area that offers opportunities for... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near Big Sur

Distance (mi.)
San Jose International Airport 75.2 map Flight Deals to SJC
San Francisco International Airport 98.4 map Flight Deals to SFO
Oakland International Airport 102.6 map Flight Deals to OAK

Other Smaller Airports near Big Sur

Distance (mi.)
Carmel/Monterey Peninsula Airport 21.8 map
San Luis Obispo County Airport 92.7 map
Merced Municipal Airport 100.0 map

Flight Deals to Big Sur

Originating From
San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC) $146
Denver (DEN) to San Jose (SJC) $166
Omaha (OMA) to San Jose (SJC) $224
Austin (AUS) to San Jose (SJC) $229
Philadelphia (PHL) to San Jose (SJC) $267

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Big Sur Vacation Rentals

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Cozy Cabin with Ocean Views and Mountain Views

Bathrooms: 1.5
Sleeps: 2
Amenities: Fireplace, Linens, Non-Smoking, Woodburning Stove
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from: $325

Big Sur Coast Cabin

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Home theatre, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Patio, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Stereo, Utensils
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5 Bedroom VACATION HOME in BIG SUR, CA

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Sleeps: 18
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