My husband and I had our wedding here in April, 2016. We had such a wonderful experience. The…read morecoordinator helped us out after Centrally Grown canceled on us two months before our wedding. We had our ceremony outside, so I actually exited the Chapel as I came down the aisle.

We try to find something new to see or something new to do each time we go to Cambria for our…read morevacations. On the East Village off of Main Street, we always drive by this steep hill and have always seen the sign for "Santa Rosa Chapel & Cemetery". So this year we decided to drive up the hill and check it out! A great find to learn more about this town's history! The little chapel can be used for weddings! It was built back in 1870 and had been there since! An old cemetery is also located atop the hill behind the chapel. We took a stroll to check it out and was able to see a few familiar family names. And finally figured that Fiscalini Ranch Preserve was named after the Fiscalini family! I always wondered where that name came from!

As I was visiting the town of Cambria, I decided to drive through the town to see what it had to…read moreoffer. I happen upon the Cambria Historical Museum. And I do love a good museum and history lesson. The museum is on the corner of Burton and Center Streets in the East Village. It's housed in the Guthrie/Bianchini house which is one of the oldest homes in town that was built in 1870. The museum is staffed by an all volunteer staff, so currently the open hours are limited to Saturday and Sunday 1pm-4pm. I didn't stop by during these times. The lot is open to walk about which I did. Not much to look at on the lot unlike the Templeton Museum. I took one of the paper pamphlet of the town's historic waking tour. Those were stacked on the porch near the front door. Using the provided map and opening the printed QR code (which links to the website); we were able to navigate the self guided tour on our own. The website had additional info of the history of each site. I thought this was a super cool and cleverly modern way to offer info on the town's history. I wished I had more time to walk the entire tour and imagine how things looked in Cambria in the late 1800s. Cambria is a small coastal town established in 1866 with a current population of less than 6000 with a European history going back to the Spanish land grants and to the native history of the Chumash people before that. Rich, diverse history. Plus a side note, for a slight populated community, shout out to recognize the volunteers that keep the ... museum, archive, library bookstore, community reserve garden, Chinese Temple, Santa Rosa Schoolhouse, lighthouse lens display, and so much more going. Impressive!

My husband and I have been visiting Cambria once or twice a year for nearly 30 years. Not once…read morehave we been able to visit this Museum because, every time we go there, we are greeted with a sign on the closed door saying they are closed for one reason or another. We were in Cambria in April of 2021. I complained about this fact to my friend Diane who is a resident. She told me that the staffing problem had been resolved. I think she said they were replacing the wealthy volunteers who always had more important things to do with actual employees who would want to work in order to get paid. Yeah, right. In preparation for this visit, I went on-line and found that their hours are "Friday through Sunday 1-4 PM and Monday 10 AM - 1PM." So my husband and I drove into town and parked nearby. When he got to the closed front door, it said that they had closed in January due to COVID. (Two years in.) I get a lot of emails from the Cambria Historical Museum. They seem to open when a Local has a book signing or other event. But, boy oh boy, they are 'never' open to the public. Maybe if they'd open their danged doors consistently during posted hours, they'd earn enough money to keep their doors open. Maybe it's a Catch-22. I don't know but I do know that "they" (whoever is in charge) really should be ashamed at themselves for not making this Museum available to the public. Lest you suspect that I'm exaggerating, please notice that there are only two reviews. That is because the Museum IS NEVER OPEN!

What an amazing surprise to find such elaborate and well-designed escape rooms. We did all four…read moreover the course of a week during a two-week drive around central California. Everyone at Margarita was super nice, and you could tell that everyone involved with the escape room were hardcore enthusiasts. Rita's is their stand-alone, which was a lot of fun and was challenging but not frustratingly so. Definitely can do it with two people with minimal to no hints. Renegade is where they really bring it in terms of design and puzzles. We escaped Retrofit but needed help, and Episodes 2 and 3 were very challenging (we did not escape). Having a third or fourth person would have helped. I can't say much without spoiling anything, but they definitely put their love into this one. It is the same set for all three chapters, but certain elements are only active depending on which episode you're playing. But if you hate lock heavy rooms then this one is for you. I think just about every puzzle you solve leads to the next one without ever having to spin numbers or letters on a lock. If you're in the area, I highly recommend stopping off here. Plenty of parking and there's Ancient Peaks wine tasting room with a menu across the street. Or The Range or The Porch not too far up the road.

We had such an amazing experience with Margarita Adventures! Every single tour guide was fantastic,…read morefriendly, and made our group feel comfortable and taken care of throughout the entire zip lining tour. The course itself was so much fun, and everything felt organized and safe from beginning to end. A special shoutout to Logan because he absolutely crushed it! He brought such great energy and made the experience so fun for our entire group. He was hilarious, helpful, and really added to the overall experience. We had an awesome time and would definitely recommend Margarita Adventures to anyone looking for a fun adventure while visiting the area!

Excellent experience start to finish. Booking direct through the company was easy and switching our…read moreday only a few days in advance was simple too. Our guide Tony picked us up right at our hotel in Paso, was on time, very friendly and knowledgeable. They curated a winery set for us that fit our style and wine interests, all excellent choices. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend them and take a return trip.

We had such a great experience with Tony on our half-day wine tour with Wine Wrangler! Paso Robles…read moreoffers amazing wine. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire afternoon feel relaxed and fun. We never felt rushed, and he made sure we had a great time at each stop. It was so nice to just sit back, enjoy the wineries, and not worry about driving or planning anything. Tony really made the experience special. We would absolutely recommend requesting him if you're booking a tour with Wine Wrangler!

Nitt Witt Ridge. I never got around to take a tour. Alas all good things must come to an end. The…read moreNitt Witt Ridge home was permanently closed in June 2022. It's fenced off with private property signs posted. It's privately owned now. The once impressive, folk art monstrosity of a home, has fallen to disrepair. It's sadly dilapidated and has lost all of its lovely, quirky charm. The house is a crumbling heap. It looks as if a strong stiff wind can take it all down. The gardens are long gone... weeds are blooming now. Sad. Nitt Witt Ridge is California State Landmark #939. The marker is still on the property, viewable . The bourse in its glory days was an example of 20th century folk art. Created by homeowner, Arthur Beal. Mr. Beal bought the 2.5 acre lot in 1928. He lovely kept up this place and gave tours. He died in 1992. In its hey day, the house and gardens were spirited folk art and part wacky off the wall lunacy. He sculpted the land using hand tools and local materials. I'm glad I came to see it before who knows what will become of it. Your guess is as good as anyones. Future mega mansion is my bet. But f you want to check NWR out, there is a small dirt area across the street which makes for a perfect makeshift temp parking spot.

I love Cambria, it reminds me of Santa Barbara, Carmel , San Luis Obispo…read more Very quaint town to stroll , admires antiques, beautiful views and you take your own time. Walking in the main streets you enjoyed cafe, shops and restaurants.

Our driver, Jose, was excellent!! He knew the area very well and was an excellent driver. Jose was…read morepunctual, personable and professional. We will definitely request him the next time we are in town!

I have used Lush limo multiple times-great driver-Jorge -and service is exceptiona! we had an…read moreamazing time with their services. thanks!

Nice to see that this old school house has been maintained very well. It wasn't open. I just looked…read morein through the windows and saw that it still had like an original wood-burning furnace. Looks like it's used for a meeting space now. Nice spot to just pull over and rest. Enjoy the view. Lots of parking.

Excellent Riesling & Pinot Noir varieties grown locally in the area…read more We had the tasting which was delicious, paired with cheeses that complemented it well. The owner was very informative and helpful. Thanks for the memories, and for being kid friendly!

Wouldn't say this is the prettiest vineyard especially with all the vineyards nearby offering…read morebeautiful ambiance but this one does the job in the city center of cambria. The tasting was on the expensive side but the person helping us w the tasting was really nice and friendly. The inside of the shop is pretty small but cozy. They offer four wines for tasting at $20 without tip or tax. We had a decent experience here.

We were directed over to Mission Gallery from Ephraim Gallery, since we do like Arts and Crafts…read morework, and the owner said this had a similar sensibility We lucked into a gallery opening, featuring one of the printmakers from the gallery, who was giving a fascinating demonstration of her linoleum block prints. She chatted with the patrons during the lively demonstration, as she made the prints come to life. The wall behind her was filled with colorful interpretations of her view of the natural world. The display of the art is thoughtful, and work by the each artist is displayed together. There is also a variety of colorful scarves, tablecloths, and textile handbags available to brighten up any room. I also responded to the intensely colored prints and ceramics which graced the walls. The art glass animals shimmered in the afternoon light, inviting me to take one home, where it could become part of my menagerie. We will return to enjoy this display again!

We love the Mission Gallery. Wonderful artwork. Wonderful owners. Just the best place to find…read moresomething very nice for your home or as a gift. Lots of items to choose from. Beautiful candles, blown glass pieces, handbags, greeting cards, table linens, to fine art. It's always a treat to visit the Mission Gallery when in Cambria.

Artifacts Gallery offers a diverse collection of creative works featuring both local talent and…read morenational artists. With a plethora of unique, choice creations of art glass, bronze sculptures and many types of multimedia works, including jewelry and distinctive gift offerings, one is sure to find that piece (or pieces!) that would perfectly complement or uplift your personal space, or find that one-of-a-kind gift for that special someone (including yourself!). The professional staff is extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. They let you explore at your leisure without pressure, and if asked, they talk freely to help bring your needs, wants and wishes into fruition.

Wow... wow... wow! This place was brilliant from the moment…read morewe walked in. Every wall was designed and decorated so beautifully. The art that was put together shows the passion from the creators. There was a room filled with Disney paintings that even brought tears to my eyes... my kids were fascinated by it. I cannot forget the bird feeders that were on the wall (how creative this is and who the heck would think of doing this) My son is 9 and had the best time ever. The guy at the front desk had so much knowledge about all the things and was very patient with all of our questions... Also they are Dog Friendly so even Kevin our Schnauzer got to participate and see the dog pictures on the wall. The staff came out to greet him. It just melted my heart. Thank you for a great time and if you haven't gone here yet... please do!