9 Bucket List Things To Do In California This March
It's total spring goals.
Spring is in the air and that means we're busy scouting out all the warm(er) weather activities. Whether you're a tried and true local or planning out your dream vacation, we've found so many bucket list-worthy items you need to see. This list of things to do in California this March has everything you could imagine for nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts, and all-around foodies/coffee shop fiends. Are you ready?
Stroll Through Endless Flower Fields
Price: $10 entrance fee per vehicle
When: Mid-February - May
Location: 15101 Lancaster Rd., Lancaster, CA
Why You Should Go: This is one of the best places in California to see the super bloom.
Enjoy First Fridays at the Natural History Museum
Price: Ranges by day and exhibit; see the full list here
When: March 6 - June 5
Location: Natural History Museum, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Why You Should Go: You can enjoy a late-night out at the museum complete with dinosaurs and DJs.
Have A Whaley Good Time at the Festival of Whales
Price: $45 per adult
When: March 7 - 15
Location: Dana Point, CA
Why You Should Go: You can watch the gray whale migration, indulge in delicious street food, and lounge at the beach.
Treat Yourself at Smorgasbord LA
Price: Free to visit
When: March 1 - December 6
Location: Row, Los Angeles, CA
Why You Should Go: Treat your inner foodie to an amazing open-air market filled with amazing treats, baked goods, drinks and more.
Emerald Pools Trail: Nevada City
Price: Free
Location: Emerald Pools Trail, Nevada City, CA
Why You Should Go: You can swim in a mini gorge with waterfalls and crystal clear water.
Taste Test at the 'Top Chef' Food & Wine Festival
Price: General admission begins at $179
When: March 19 - 20
Location: Universal Studios Hollywood, CA
Why You Should Go: You can sample delectable culinary tastings from some of the world's best chefs.
Visit a Harry Potter Themed Coffee Shop
Price: Varies by purchase
When: Tuesday - Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed Mondays)
Location: 1115 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA
Why You Should Go: You can live out your dream of visiting the wizarding world while enjoying delicious lattes.
Lassen Volcanic National Park
Price: $25 park entrance fee per vehicle
Location: Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA
Why You Should Go: You can explore frozen turquoise lakes year-round on this easy trail.
Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
Price: Tickets start at $23
Location: Various cities across CA (see the full list here)
Why You Should Go: You can see 3 hours of the beautiful California coast for only $47!
Now that you know some of the best places in California to visit, it's time to get packing. Happy travels!
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