Lucia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jen Reece
Photo by Jen Reece

Popular places to visit

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

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

Pfeiffer Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
McWay Falls

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
Partington Cove featuring a gorge or canyon, forest scenes and general coastal views

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
Sand Dollar Beach

Sand Dollar Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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 relaxing area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Sand Dollar Beach
Andrew Molera State Park

Andrew Molera State Park

You can take time to visit Andrew Molera State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Andrew Molera State Park

Activities

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

NZ$35
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road

Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road

NZ$304
per adult
Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road
Bixby Bridge

Big Sur McWay Falls opt 4 or 5 Hour Private Tour

NZ$552
per adult
Big Sur McWay Falls opt 4 or 5 Hour Private Tour
Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach

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

NZ$1,729
per adult
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
Catch the sunset over the ocean in the winter

Big Sur's Old Coast Road eBike Tour

NZ$434
per adult
Big Sur's Old Coast Road eBike Tour
Big Sur's Old Coast Road E-Bike Tour

Big Sur's Old Coast Road E-Bike Tour

NZ$434
per adult
Big Sur's Old Coast Road E-Bike Tour
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Our pick of the best Lucia Hotel Deals

Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge

2.5 out of 5
62400 California 1, Big Sur, CA
The price is NZ$404 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$404
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Big Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions New Camaldoli Hermitage and Limekiln State Wilderness are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (105 reviews)
Amazing views

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Lucia Lodge
Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

5 out of 5
47900 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
The price is NZ$3,778 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$3,778
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Big Sur Spirit ...
10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Exceptional place.

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Post Ranch Inn
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

4.5 out of 5
48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$4,501 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$4,501
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and The Henry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (337 reviews)
Alway a beautiful place to stay at. The staff is exceptional in all areas.

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort
Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres

Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres

Big Sur
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and The ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Total perfection!

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

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Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres
Big Sur Blue Cottage with Ocean view

Big Sur Blue Cottage with Ocean view

Big Sur
Stay at this cottage in Big Sur. Enjoy laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Jade Cove and Sand Dollar Beach are located nearby.
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Big Sur Blue Cottage with Ocean view
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Lucia

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Posts

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

Posts
Big Sur which includes signage

Big Sur Village

If you're spending some time in Big Sur Village, Los Padres National Forest and Big Sur River Inn are top sights worth seeing.

Big Sur Village

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