Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in San Simeon February 2026 | Expedia.ca [San Simeon Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Simeon.dx6055486)[Hotels in San Simeon](https://expedia.ca/San-Simeon-Hotels.d6055486.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Simeon](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Simeon.d6055486.Travel-Guide-Flights)[San Simeon Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Simeon.d6055486.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Simeon Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/San-Simeon.d6055486.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in San Simeon, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San Simeon Types of activities [San Simeon travel guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Simeon.dx6055486) ![San Simeon showing a church or cathedral, a sunset and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055486/7dab7b40-03e0-4449-8fff-d9ccd52a8d31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Simeon showing a church or cathedral, a sunset and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055486/7dab7b40-03e0-4449-8fff-d9ccd52a8d31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ragged Point which includes a bay or harbour, landscape views and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055486/19a68930-49a0-4e32-940d-4eb5f4c38afc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Simeon Pier as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089193/6ee6b870-477e-4617-a7aa-f0e236e510aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Simeon showing marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055486/ed493239-94a1-40b4-bcf6-5bee2bfd47df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## San Simeon Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that San Simeon has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours San Simeon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in San Simeon to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### San Simeon Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of San Simeon. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to San Simeon attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in San Simeon | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [4 hour Big Sur hiking adventure to world class coastal beauty!](/things-to-do/guided-full-day-big-sur-hiking-adventure-with-lunch.a46377646.activity-details): CA $294 | | Top 5 things to do | [4 hour Big Sur hiking adventure to world class coastal beauty!](/things-to-do/guided-full-day-big-sur-hiking-adventure-with-lunch.a46377646.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | | ## What to do in San Simeon --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in San Simeon ![Hearst Castle, San Simeon, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063433/84c32a93-1c6b-4616-beeb-bf3c58d4865f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hearst Castle You can learn about the history of San Simeon when you stop by Hearst Castle. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Hearst-Castle-San-Simeon.d6063433.Vacation-Attraction) ![Elephant seals resting on a beach on the Pacific Ocean coastline during mating season; San Simeon, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159831/375d0557-a995-4617-a3f3-b646ac3cbe35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elephant Seal Vista Point Find out about the history of San Simeon when you take a trip to Elephant Seal Vista Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Elephant-Seal-Vista-Point-San-Simeon.d6159831.Vacation-Attraction) ![Piedras Blancas Lighthouse which includes rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089195/90ddf8ec-0435-4495-8c89-0e2a8c009a05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Piedras Blancas Lighthouse Go on a tour of this 19th-century lighthouse and explore an interpretive trail showcasing the surrounding scenery, historic buildings and wildlife. [](https://expedia.ca/Piedras-Blancas-Lighthouse-San-Simeon.d6089195.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Simeon Kapelle mit Hearst Castle im Hintergrund](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159825/7b851fa1-0fac-48da-b8da-b5218239cae4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hearst Ranch Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Hearst Ranch Winery during your travels to San Simeon. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Hearst-Ranch-Winery-San-Simeon.d6159825.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hearst castle is huge, sitting on top of a hill high above everything else with too much land #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063433/a43a6659-94dd-4347-91d9-700db20b94b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument You can take time to visit Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument during your travels to San Simeon. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hearst-San-Simeon-State-Historical-Monument-San-Simeon.d632321264224014336.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Simeon Pier as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089193/97965677-de42-414c-a3b6-b01990cb5722.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Simeon Pier Drop a fishing line to hook walleye perch and rubberlip or spend some time enjoying the views from this long timber pier that juts out from a protected cove. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Simeon-Pier-San-Simeon.d6089193.Vacation-Attraction) ![Loved this little pier at San Simeon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089193/428ad189-2d02-45b4-927a-66b594d94915.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Simeon. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/William-Randolph-Hearst-Memorial-Beach-San-Simeon.d6333483.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Simeon Bay, Central California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333477/ec70719b-c88d-409f-a1f7-a99bc083f1f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay You can study the exhibits at Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Simeon. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Coastal-Discovery-Center-At-San-Simeon-Bay-San-Simeon.d6333477.Vacation-Attraction) #### William Randolph Hearst State Park You can take time to visit William Randolph Hearst State Park during your travels to San Simeon. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets, or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/William-Randolph-Hearst-State-Park-San-Simeon.d6159827.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from San Simeon ![Cambria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6194/e9f61388-3fc3-458d-bfc5-0229483f961b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cambria ![Central Coast California which includes heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9468/2eb8e437-bc1c-40f0-b6df-f518251fe8f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paso Robles ![McWay Falls featuring a bay or harbour, rocky coastline and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327636/23ab6646-5d09-485c-af9b-d55d7f953545.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Big Sur ## Frequently asked questions ### Is San Simeon worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in San Simeon? ### What is the top tourist attraction in San Simeon? ### Is three days enough to stay in San Simeon? ### What are some activities to do in San Simeon with kids? ### What to do in San Simeon for adults? ### Are there free things to do in San Simeon? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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