Big Sur Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park showing mountains, a sandy beach and landscape views

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Hike, camp or picnic among the redwood trees, waterfalls and dramatic coastal cliffs that have inspired artists, poets and writers for the past century.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur is an incredibly scenic beach.

Pfeiffer Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Pfeiffer Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Pfeiffer Beach
Point Sur Lightstation State Historic Park

Big Sur Station

After visiting Big Sur Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the yoga studios.

Big Sur Station
McWay Falls featuring a sandy beach and a waterfall

McWay Falls

Walk to this pretty waterfall, stand at viewpoints with superb coastal views and spot varied wildlife in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

McWay Falls
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

You can take time to visit Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out its hiking trails.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
USA Pacific coast, Sand Dollar Beach, Big Sur, California

Sand Dollar Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sand Dollar Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Sand Dollar Beach

Activities

Catch the sunset over the ocean in the winter

Big Sur's Old Coast Road eBike Tour

AU$325
per adult
Big Sur's Old Coast Road eBike Tour
Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach

Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people

AU$1,440
per adult
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
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Our pick of the best Big Sur Village Hotel Deals

Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge

3 out of 5
47225 Highway One Big Sur CA
Stay at this hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Clean room, super peaceful and relaxing.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

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Big Sur Lodge
The Quail

The Quail

4 out of 5
8205 VALLEY GREENS DRIVE Carmel CA
The price is AU$449 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$449
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
The room shows its age and it is time for some renovation work specially in the bathroom. Friendly staffs for sure.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

The Quail
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

4 out of 5
120 Highland Dr Carmel CA
The price is AU$718 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$718
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (867 reviews)
Though

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
One Old Ranch Road Carmel CA
The price is AU$718 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$718
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)
Perfect family getaway

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

4 out of 5
120 Highlands Drive Carmel CA
The price is AU$704 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$704
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Carmel Beach and Pebble Beach Golf Links are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (225 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

5 out of 5
47900 Highway 1 Big Sur CA
The price is AU$3,411 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$3,411
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Big Sur Spirit Garden and The Henry Miller Memorial ...
10/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Room had no heat but we were taken care of and moved to a beautiful suite. Yoga classes well run on time Yurt was warm. Drivers prompt professionals we had lots of rides because of RAIN food was super delicious much better than Vantanna

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Big Sur Village

View of the coast along part of Big Sur on a clear day

Posts

While visiting Posts, you might make a stop by sights like Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Los Padres National Forest.

Posts
Awesome ride through the PCH above the clouds!

Lucia

You'll enjoy the mountain views and seaside views in Lucia. You might want to make time for a stop at New Camaldoli Hermitage or Limekiln State Park.

Lucia

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