Sign in with Facebook- Join for free
- Sign In
Sign in with FacebookLatest Cambria hotel reviews
Pro
quiet, small, unusual
Con
Can be expensive
In a nutshell
Peace and quiet in a clean environment.
blueskyjohn Says: A nice pass time I enjoy is exploring tidal pools after the tide goes out to see what creatures are left behind. Moonstone beach in Cambria has a few great location to do this. Wear appropriate footwear when doing this because the rocks can be very slippery and jagged. Below...
blueskyjohn Says: This was top on our list of things to do and see near Cambria. The elephant seals are just off the highway and there is very good parking and signs along the road to find them. There is a boardwalk that runs a good length of the beach. As you pull into the parking area there...
W.R. Hearst Memorial State Beach
blueskyjohn Says: This is a wonderful little state beach just across from the entrance to Hearst Castle. There is a long pier that offers great views of the coast line and nice beaches on either side. Locals tell me that this beach is usually protected and rarely has the fog set in like in...
blueskyjohn Says: We lucked out again and just happened to be in Cambria for the 20th anniversary of Marine Sanctuary. The fair is ran annually every third Saturday of July. It was held in San Simeon at Hearst Memorial Beach state park.There was about 20 exhibitors teaching various aspects of...
blueskyjohn Says: If the fog clears on the Cambria coast, take the time to enjoy the sunset. Cambria has a nice boardwalk that runs between Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Drive. A very enjoyable walk really any time of day.
blueskyjohn Says: Although we did not plan this it was nice to find out about it. The farmer's market is every Friday in the parking lot next to the Veteran's Hall on the corner of Main street and Cambria rd. Local farmers set up tables and tents to sell fresh vegetables from their farm. We...
tvdandy Says: On the northern end of Moonstone Beach is a wonderful area to explore tidepools, interesting rock formations, as well as fantastic views and photography opportunities. The area is called Leffingwell Landing. Look South and you will see all of Moonstone Beach. You may be able...
DEBBBEDB Says: We had a wonderful trail ride in the mountains above Cambria. They were the nicest horses I have ever had from a trail riding outfit. My daughter really enjoyed it. There were eight of us signed up and they broke us up into two groups of four each. The man in charge was...
1 Review and 349 Opinions The Blue Dolphin Inn is a terrific romantic get away located across from Moonstone Beach in Cambria,...
1 Review and 315 Opinions Cambria is a great place to get away from the urban sprawl of LA, of the density of SF. During last...
Robin's Restaurant: Fresh and original!
blueskyjohn Says: This is one of my favorite restaurants for lunch. There are several different seating options, indoor, outdoor deck which is beautiful, and a lower patio area. We sat out on the deck which is well shaded and lots of plants. The wait staff were very attentive.The menu choices...
Madaline's Restaurant: Best in Cambria
blueskyjohn Says: We were lucky to get a reservation at Madaline's as it is very popular for good reason. It is a small restaurant with an attached wine shop. They are only open for dinner. The dining room has very nice painting along the wall similar to how a museum would be set up. It is...
Wild Ginger: Nice little find!
blueskyjohn Says: Wild Ginger is a Thai restaurant, wonderfully decorated both inside and out. The exterior caught my eye and invites you in. It is a very small place with only 5 or 6 table indoor and about 3 table on a side outdoor patio.But this alone is not why we chose to eat here. The...
Linn's Restaurant: Amazing cupcakes!
blueskyjohn Says: Linn's is a full restaurant but we stopped in the afternoon to the bakery and little gift shop. The cupcakes looked so good we stayed to have one. We had the "Button" cupcake which more like a cheesecake chocolate swirl cake. It was delicious! They are open everyday from 8am...
Helpfulness
A charming playhouse that seats about 70 and presents plays (usually comedies) using some very talented local people. They are open most Friday and Saturday nights as well as Sunday Matinees. Seating is in padded directors chairs. During intermission you can get a drink (wine or coffee) in the pub and after the play the cast is often available in the pub to talk to the audience. They have a free reading once a month on the second or third Wednesday.
Written May 21, 2007
Address: 824 Main Street
Phone: 805-927-3877
Website: www.pewterploughplayhouse.org
Helpfulness
So just how does one get to Cambria? I am glad you asked the question; here is the answer:
There are 3 ways to get to Cambria. The first is by car. Cambria is 240 miles North of Los Angeles and it is 240 from San Francisco on Highway 1. Note**Gasoline prices are very high in Cambria, so fill up in San Luis Obispo. The range of prices is 10 cents to 85 cents per gallon MORE than everywhere else in California.
You approach Cambria from the 101 freeway North or South. Watch for signs that say Cambria and you can get there by connecting with Highway 41 OR Highway 46 then turn North on Highway 1.
You can also reach Cambria by air. Flights into San Luis Obispo Airport are 35 miles South of the Village (Cambria). You will need to rent a car here to get you into Cambria proper.
Lastly you can use the Amtrak train. The train station like the airport is in San Luis Obispo 35 miles South of Cambra. Besides rental cars to get you around Cambria there is a county bus which runs between San Luis Obsipo and Cambria. Cambria Community Bus 805 927 4173
Written Nov 2, 2006
Phone: 805 927 3624 Chamber of Commerce
HEART'S EASE HERB SHOP & GARDENS: GARDENERS DELIGHT
travelgourmet Says: This is one of those boutique shops in Cambria that you have to browse through just for the fun of it. Who knows, you may find sometime you like or were looking for a long time and here it is. This quaint cottage has all the goodies for the gardener in you. Each nook and...
travelgourmet Says: Seekers has been in Cambria for many years and over those years I have been inside this glass art boutique at least 20 times. Museum quality American glass art pieces with many signed and dated by the artist are featured on display cases throughout the store.My wife, Sue,...
Helpfulness
I noticed as we were looking through the antique stores and gift shops that the prices in Cambria are just a little inflated, this area survives on tourism so, of course, prices are higher. The gas prices were what really struck me, at least 40 cents more per gallon than the next highest price I had seen and 86 cents more per gallon than the prices I found near LAX. So gas up before or after you go through Cambria!!!
Written Oct 28, 2006
Helpfulness
Gas was 3.85 a gallon here when on the same day it was 3.35 down the Highway at Morro Bay. That's an outrages fifteen percent increase for just being a few more miles up Highway 1. It's worth filling up before you get here.
Written Aug 16, 2007
Luggage and bags: Pack light...leave room for all the fabulous shopping!
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Casual is key. There isn't really a reason for super dressy. Bring walking shoes and a few things you can wear if it gets chilly.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: We have a drugstore and a wonderful paramedic team.
Photo Equipment: Cameras are a must!
Written Jul 4, 2012
Favorite thing: Cambria is a warm and friendly town that is the perfect spot for a weekend get away or a honeymoon. My wife and I spent our honeymoon there at the Cambria Pines Lodge which is beautiful and pet friendly to boot !
There are wonderful wineries and shopping in Cambria that are just perfect for any taste
Fondest memory: Dining at the Cambria Pines Restaurant in the outdoor garden area after a day at Hearst Castle and watching the elephant seals on the beach near San Simeon.
see more at http://cambriavacation.info
Written May 7, 2008
Sponsored Links
A tiny, lovely page for a tiny, lovely place
At least I HOPE this page, other than tiny, is gonna be lovely also. You decide. I stumble her eby chance. You should already know that we decided to DRIVE form Los Angeles to San Francisco, instead...
Looking for the perfect weekend getaway in California. Quiet, clean, and near the Pacific Ocean on the central coast sits Cambria. The town is divided in two parts, the east and the west and in a way...
A nice spot for a weekend getaway
Although we just stopped for a night on our way up to San Simeon, Cambria seemed like the perfect place for a weekend getaway either with a friend or for a little romance with your honey. The hotels...
Cambria is a costal town located just south of San Simeon on Highway 1. It features an interesting downtown area, pacific views, and several restaurants. It is well worth a stop on a road trip down...
Build your own Cambria page
Sponsored Links
Comments