• Where To Stay
  • What To Do
  • Where To Eat
  • Events
  • News
  • Language
Arabic Chinese (Simplified) Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Hebrew Hindi Hungarian Italian Japanese Korean Latvian Lithuanian Malay Norwegian Persian Polish Portuguese Punjabi Romanian Russian Serbian Slovak Spanish Swedish Thai Turkish Ukrainian Vietnamese Yiddish
You Are HereHome » News » activities

San Simeon News and Blog

Read San Simeon news for updates on events, attractions, places to stay, and fun activities. Stay up-to-date on what's happening in to ensure you have a great time on your trip. The San Simeon blog always has great ideas for your visit. 

Currently browsing: activities

5 Can’t-Miss Events in San Simeon

Sure, San Simeon has sunny skies, wildlife, and beautiful trails and beaches – but it also hosts some of the best tours and events on the California coast. Here’s your guide on going truly local when you’re here. Read More >

All Tags

activities adventures animals Beach Beaches cambria central coast Coastal Discovery Center Eateries elephant seals events family fun film food Hearst Castle highway 1 hiking Instagram Itinerary Kayak lighthouse marine biology marine life Movies News outdoor activities outdoors paso robles Piedras Blancas ribbon cutting road trip San Simeon San Simeon Tours Scenery sunset Things To Do tide pools virtual whale watching Where to eat wildlife wine wine tasting winter Zebras

Categories

  • Activities
  • Eateries
  • Events
  • News
  • Outdoors
  • Road Trip
  • Uncategorized
  • Wineries

Recent Posts

  • A Year In San Simeon
  • San Simeon In The News
  • Cycling in San Simeon
  • Family Adventures on the Coast
  • Best Beach Activities in San Simeon

Archives

  • March 2022
  • September 2021
  • August 2021
  • May 2021
  • April 2021
  • January 2021
  • October 2020
  • June 2020
  • December 2019
  • September 2018
  • August 2018
  • July 2018
  • March 2018
  • January 2018
  • December 2017
  • November 2017

 

Get a Free San Simeon Map

Sign up to instantly receive an interactive map of San Simeon.

Happening Now in #SanSimeon

What are your weekend plans? a) Hike a coastal tr What are your weekend plans? 
a) Hike a coastal trail for incredible vista views 🌊 
b) Spend the day at the beach ☀️
c) Take a tour of Hearst Castle 🏰
d) All of the above! 🏆

Visit the link in bio for more weekend inspiration and things to do. 

#VisitSanSimeon #SLOCAL #Highway1DiscoveryRoute
The highly-anticipated, Grand Reopening of Hearst The highly-anticipated, Grand Reopening of Hearst Castle is finally here – join us as we celebrate the past, present and future of the iconic Hearst property. 

After two years of closed doors due to the Covid-19 pandemic and local construction, California State Parks looks forward to reopening the world-renowned house museum to the public. 

Ticket reservations are available now. 

Visit the link in our bio to learn about the many ways to experience Hearst Castle, including a brand new tour in honor of the 100th Anniversary. 

#VisitSanSimeon #SLOCAL #Highway1DiscoveryRoute
📍Mother's Day at the Piedras Blancas Elephant S 📍Mother's Day at the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery

Pictured: Mother seals enjoying a well-deserved break after several months at sea. Here the female seals gather on the shore for spring molt – this busy beach season makes it a great time to visit! 

#VisitSanSimeon #SLOCAL #Highway1DiscoveryRoute #friendsoftheelephantseal
April showers bring May flowers 🌸 Discover the April showers bring May flowers 🌸

Discover the native flowers of the Central Coast before they are gone! Travel along Highway 1 to see coastal flowers like Yarrow, Beach Primrose and Beach Aster. Book a guided tour of Hearst Castle or the Piedras Blancas Light Station to safely walk around the flowers and explore the blooms up close.

#VisitSanSimeon #SLOCAL #Highway1DiscoveryRoute
A shaded spot by the sea 🌊 the perfect place fo A shaded spot by the sea 🌊 the perfect place for a picnic. 

A favorite amongst locals, William R. Hearst Memorial Beach is known for its spectacular view, soft sand and miles of easy walking. The day use area offers 24 picnic sites, 150 parking spaces, restrooms, water faucets, barbecue grill stands and easy beach access. Spend the day picnicking, swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking and sunbathing!

#VisitSanSimeon #SLOCAL #Highway1DiscoveryRoute
Join NOVA Eroica California and experience the mos Join NOVA Eroica California and experience the most spectacular gravel roads of California’s Central Coast – on a modern bike in Eroica-style. Starting this year in Cayucos, NOVA offers an amazing route with great food stops, on-site camping and a legendary after party.

Have you signed up? Tomorrow is the last day to register! 

#SLOCAL #Highway1DiscoveryRoute
Load More...

  • What To Do
    • All Things To Do
    • San Simeon Hearst Castle
    • Elephant Seals
    • San Simeon Beaches
    • Piedras Blancas Light Station
    • Hiking Trails
    • San Simeon Zebras
    • San Simeon Visitor Center
    • Coastal Discovery Trail
  • Where To Eat
    • All Where To Eat
    • Sebastian’s General Store
    • Ragged Point Restaurant
    • San Simeon Beach Bar & Grill
    • El Chorlito Mexican Restaurant
    • Manta Rey Restaurant
    • Hearst Ranch Beef
    • Cavalier Restaurant
    • Big Sur Restaurant
    • Sunset Grill
  • Where To Stay
    • All Where To Stay
    • Motel 6
    • Quality Inn
    • Ragged Point Inn
    • The Morgan
    • Silver Surf Motel
    • Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
    • Sea Breeze Inn
    • Days Inn
    • San Simeon Lodge
    • Sands By The Sea
    • Coast Riders Inn
  • San Simeon
    • About San Simeon
    • San Simeon History
    • Directions to San Simeon
    • San Simeon Visitor Center
Highway 1 Status Book a Hotel Travel Updates

Copyright © 2022 San Simeon Chamber of Commerce.

All Rights Reserved.
"Hearst Castle" is a registered trademarks of Hearst
Castle®/California State Parks.

Powered By

Highway 1 Discovery Route
  • Privacy Policy
  • Media Center
  • Members
  • Become a Member