The town of Harmony doesn't have a lot .... Which is expected since the population is only 18, but I thoroughly enjoy stopping here every year on my annual trip to Cambria. It's just a cute small town and fun to walk around and stretch your legs after a long drive. They have a few cute shops to wander through. If you love pottery or glass blowing, it's cool to go through and check out the shops and you can see the studio where they create the glass art. They have some cute photo ops around the property. They have a very small church. I missed the new coffee shop and the ice cream shop. I heard the ice cream is really good. It wasn't open the days I was there. I always saw a sign for wine and wine tasting. I never could find it. Last year I finally found it! They finally have it marked with a big sign now! I'm so glad I didn't miss it. It's so beautiful especially when it's green. I highly recommend the Harmony cellars as well. read more

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Harmony, California is a tiny little historic town found in 1869 as a dairy community named for a truce between feuding farmers and now known as a popular designation spot for tourist to enjoy. Within this town of 18 people, you can enjoy the preserved building, art galleries, wineries, postal museum and wedding chapel. There is even an airbnb you can stay in the town. This cute little town does get super busy during weekends and peak tourist season. Worth a quick look if not too busy. read more

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Cute quaint town, population 18 lol. It's charming with a coffee shop, chapel, pottery, glass studios with small gardens and bucolic backdrop of grazing cows. Community friendly. read more

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A great place to stop if you're driving along Highway 1. Harmony is very tiny--just one paved street--but that's part of its charm. The town has a wonderfully quirky, artsy feel, with a pottery shop, a glass studio (I especially love the hand-blown glass wind chimes), a small historic chapel, and--if you're lucky--the occasional appearance of the Harmony Valley ice cream truck. The little garden areas scattered around town make it a perfect spot to stretch your legs, enjoy a picnic, and soak in the peaceful setting. It's an easy detour and one of those places that feels like a hidden gem along the Central Coast. And my favorite place, perched on top of the hill, Harmony Cellars, where you can taste and buy some wonderful wines. read more

It's been years since my wife and I have been in Harmony...we're glad we stopped back on our latest trip! The town of Harmony looks like it has drawn a new breath of life. Located just short of Cambria, it's easy to drive past Harmony, but it is definitely worth a stop. We've always enjoyed the Pottery shop, now there is a thriving Glass Works, and a very enticing food truck and ice cream pop up. Worth a stop! read more

Near Cambria this one block town with a population of 18 was a fun little stop. They have a leather shop, a glass shop, a pottery shop and adorable outside gardens where they serve ice cream. If in the area make it a stop. Up the hilly drive way is wine tasting too. read more

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Such a cool, little town, of 18. For something soo small it has a creamery and coffee shop, that are both second to none. They also have a ceramic shop and a glass blowing shop. And you could tell you're in central coast of California because there's a Winery that greets you right when entering the town. Harmony is definitely a great stop! read more

Town of Harmony - Harmony Downtown Cow - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Harmony, California

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If you happen to be cruising along Highway 1, if you don't look quick, then you will miss this cute little town with a population of only 18 people as of the year 2000. We were there last summer and unfortunately by the time we arrived everything had closed up for the day but we did do a little walk around and checked out this cute town which is only 2.5 acres and currently owned by Alan Vanderhorst and his family. Harmony, California was founded in 1869 and it is known for its dairy's and creamery. It has been through many ups and downs through the years and with the town being purchased in 2014, the goal is to restore and preserve this historical town. There are a couple of businesses including the Harmony Valley Creamery which I really wanted to check out but they were already closed. There is also Harmony Glassworks, and Harmony Pottery Studio and Gallery. I will definitely be back here! read more

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Harmony is always a fun stop. This October, 2025, is again the Cambria Scarecrow Festival and Scarecrow contest. The Harmony Scarecrow entry is located in his Post Office room; Edgar Alan Poe. Thank you to the artists who created this wonderful display. Chuck & Vickie S. read more

Town of Harmony - Scarecrow Contest Entry - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Harmony, California

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We were here in Cambria for a plein air paint-away escape through my art club, So Cal PAPA. One of the stops for our plein air adventures was the tiny town of HARMONY, which is only a few minutes away from Cambria. Harmony basically becomes a ghost town after 5:00 pm every single day. No one is there after 5:00 pm except for the ghosts, but don't worry because they are friendly. Artists and visitors are able to drive up and park in the spacious gravel driveway area. Some nearby cows may greet you with their gentle mooing, but then again, maybe they're only talking amongst themselves. I set my easel and palette up to paint the Creamery; a historic building that was once the hub of town, back in the 1860's. Legend has it that William Randolph Hearst would stop in very often to buy the milk and butter that was produced here. Charlie Chaplin also stopped into the Creamery, along with other big names of that age. My art group was keen to paint a nocturne of Harmony. There is a mysterious light that glows in a neon green color above the Creamery building when it's very dark. It shuts on and off on it's own - nobody changes the light bulb ever. If you go to Harmony, please be in a state of harmony. Take care not to disturb anything. Restrooms are open 24 hours, so respect that courtesy please. This little town stole my heart, and now I know that I will return sometime in the future. During daytime hours, there is an active glass-blowing business at the end of the road. Also there is a pottery studio on the grounds, and if you are really in love with someone, you can get married and have a fully catered reception on the grounds of Harmony, Once again, this sweet little town that's surrounded by shapely cows welcomes you. There is a winery up the road that you can sip the grapes in. Take care of Harmony and know that ghost towns like this are precious and very rare. Have a harmonious day! X O read more

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I love the little town of Harmony. It's absolutely adorable. Both times I have stopped by everything has been closed. It was still nice to walk around. Great places to take photos. I love anything cows and when you enter you will see Gladys. Make sure to stop by and take a picture with her. Our last visit I was able to peak in the chapel, It is so pretty. I am looking forward to my next visit and hopefully things will be open. read more

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Neat little town (literally) both size wise and population wise. It does have some shopping and eats though, in addition to a post office and a wedding chapel. Stopped in on Christmas Day on the way to Cambria to snap some pics and check out the area. The pottery shop was open and had some unique gifts which we bought for some people who collect those types of items. The ice cream place and glass place were both closed. There are plenty of cow sculptures all around. You can see the whole place in 5 minutes or if you take your time and do some shopping maybe 30-45 minutes. If you are headed to Cambria and passing right by it is worth a stop, but I wouldn't drive out of my way to visit this place. read more

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The quaint, small town of Harmony is open again! The town welcomes back visitors with open arms to their wonderful community. They ask all visitors to please be respectful of the businesses & their employees, as well as other visitors, by adhering to their guidelines of: 1) Please keep a 6-foot distance (2 arms lengths) between yourself and others; 2) Wear a face mask; and, 3) Wash up frequently...and Visit Often! Harmony is located north of Morro Bay & Cayucos and south of Cambria just off scenic & iconic California's Highway 1. The town consists of one short paved road with convenient parking prior to entering the town. Cars are no longer allowed beyond the parking area. Although Harmony was founded in 1869 as a dairy settlement, the town has gone through many changes since the turn of the century. In 2014, the town of approximately 2.5 acres became privately owned. As one enters this very small town with a population of 18, "Gladys" the art cow, greets visitors to the town. There is a plaza with beautiful, well-grown specimen plants & a seating area that leads to the Harmony Pottery Studio Gallery which offers many different and unique pieces of ceramic art for sale. Adjacent to the pottery studio is the uniquely designed wedding chapel with a wine barrel facade. For larger groups or gatherings, the Harmony Gardens are available. At this time it is best to call to verify what options are available during the pandemic. Continuing down the street, one passes the Harmony Valley Creamery Association building, which housed the former Post Office, and now the Harmony Chapel & Gardens Wedding Office. Across the street, the Harmony Valley Creamery vintage dairy delivery truck serves fantastic ice cream which is produced in small batches. At the end of the road is the artistic, hands-on studio of Harmony Glass Works. They specialize in hand blown glass & related products for sale, and offer classes in glass blowing techniques to the public. Harmony Cellars is a winery & tasting room which is approximately 1/4 mile south. Small towns are known for being friendly. Harmony will not disappoint. Come visit this rustic, artistic town and bring home a special momento (or three) for yourself or someone special. read more

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This little town is off the 1, on the way to Cambria, and it's pretty easy to miss if you're not paying attention. It's a nice place to stop, stretch your legs and walk around. There's a pottery store and a glass shop, where everything is hand made. There is a small chapel and a building with some neat antiques along with the history of Harmony. There is also the old creamery and an ice cream truck that sells their ice cream. (And it is DELICIOUS.) And up the hill is a winery and restaurant if you're looking for a sit down meal or wine tasting. So if you're cruising up north on the 1, and need a pit stop, check out Harmony. read more

Town of Harmony - Population 18 - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Harmony, California

The Town of Harmony is worth stopping for. Three main attractions - the glass shop, pottery shop, and winery. There is a small place to eat and an ice cream truck there as well certain times of the week. If nothing else, it's a worthwhile stop to get out of your car, stretch your legs, and read about the 150ish year history of this cute little spot. read more

Town of Harmony - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Harmony, California

The cutest little town I ever did see... population 18!! Yes you read that right!!! They have a cute little property here on this small one block of shops that is an air bnb!!! Next time I'd love to stay there!! Old town feels here like you're on a movie set because it's so tiny. Super clean too! read more

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The town of Harmony gives new meaning to the term small town feel. The population of Harmony is 18. Yup, you read this correctly. There are a total of 18 folks living here. Not many towns in the U.S.A. have a smaller population than Harmony. It is quite peaceful in Harmony. They have a Post Office, Art Gallery, Winery, and more. They sell ice cream certain days of the week too. Cool place to check out when you are travelling along Hwy 1. read more

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Have you never stopped at Harmony while driving on the Coast Highway?! If not, you're missing out on a fun little adventure! We had been by there so many times and hardly given that little town of 18 residents a second glance. Recently we decided to pull off and check it out. There was going to be a wedding there on the day we visited. We checked out the little shops and got a few items at the glass works store. It was really cool to watch the guy who was sculpting glass when we were there. And of course we couldn't leave without getting some ice cream at the vintage milk truck/ice cream stand. It was fabulous! By the time we left, the sleepy little town of Harmony was full of cars and people on their way to the wedding. Definitely a fun little detour! read more

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Quirky - yes, but not to be missed. The town center, official population of 18, sits on 2.5 acres of land owned in its entirety by Mr. & Mrs. Alan Vander Horst and, according to a sign, is available for rent. We stopped by to visit the Harmony Glassworks and Harmony Pottery, both of which did not disappoint. I was surprised to find a post office though it has been since 2008. read more

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I swear...the coolest small town! Population: 18. A nice cafe, Some artistic stuff, Sweet photo ops. You just may be the hippest small town on the planet Earf... read more

Town of Harmony - Population: 18 - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Harmony, California

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I've been coming to Harmony for years now, and it's one of my favorite places to stop in the central coast. Even if I'm just walking around, it's nice to just take in the fresh air. The scenery is amazing, and the historic buildings are very nice, especially if you're looking around. It's best experienced on a misty morning in my opinion. read more

Great little unique part of our history. Super creamery. Surrounding farms so graceful. It's nice for a short quick break on your run through the central coast. read more

While venturing up or down CA Highway 1, take a mini detour to check out the town of Harmony. There is no time like now given the current quarantine to hop in the car for a scenic drive. While the city signage boasts Population 18, there are actually 22 residents (Shh!). Yet, there is little chance that you will come across any humans in this town. They are outnumbered by cows one thousand times over. Nonetheless, it's a quaint "Main Street" town that is perfect for Insta and Yelp-worthy photos taken by tourists and romantic small weddings at the tiny chapel. They even have a pretty spectacular website if you want to do some research before your visit (http://harmonytown.com/). The town is known for a few businesses including Harmony Cellars, Glassworks, Pottery, and the famous Valley Creamery that brought the town its fame as a dairy cooperative which closed in 1955. Be sure to check all the business hours in advance since they can be sporadic. Support local, small businesses like these! There is no where to eat in town so continue onward to Morro Bay or Cambria. read more

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Cute little place. I enjoyed wandering the town, looking at the glassworks, the chapel, the potters...exploring the visiting area, signing the guest book.. they had a cat as a mayor for a while. It's a really cute place. You can actually rent the town to get married in. They have these cute painted cows around town. We didn't get any ice cream though, they were closed that day :'(. Will have to go again! read more

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A pleasant roadside stop... A sort of trip back in time into an artistic retreat. Delightful shops for pottery, glass, and garden. So when next you travel along Hwy 1, take a little time to stop and enjoy the peace and quiet of this timeless little town. read more

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Tiny town, population of 18 , less than 2 blocks long. Hidden treasure of the central coast. Yo. read more

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What a cute place! So unassuming! We stopped to check it out and found a glass arts store and a pottery store. It is small (population 18!!), but so cute. There is an ice cream truck and the town hall has free coffee! There are public restrooms, not to mention little corners to rest and relax. The town has a great feel to it and tbe people seem obliging. Well worth a stop! read more

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Harmony, the small (pop. 18) town along the central California coast is a true find for those looking to explore the history of California and spend some quality time out in the country. Love Harmony! Every time we go to Cambria just a bit north of there, we stop and explore and go up to the winery and have a glass of fine wine. read more

Town of Harmony - Original acrylic painting by Robert John Wynne 20" x 30" © 20171Wynne Fine Arts - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Harmony, California

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This is a cute little town off of Hwy 1. It's worth the trip to stop and see this little gem! They have a glass blowing place where one can watch live glass blowing happening. The little chapel is gorgeous! The bride's room next to it is also cute and charmingly decorated! On our most recent visit, there has been new developments and looks like there's a plan to build and beautify this little town. I can't wait for that to happen and see it! There's also a pottery store in this little town! And a wine cellar offering wine tastings. Make the trip and see this little town! You won't be disappointed! read more

Town of Harmony - Future plans for Harmony... - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Harmony, California

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The town of Harmony it's just a wonderful little Oddity that is part of San Luis Obispo County. Now I have to tell you I've been going in and out of Harmony since about 1971. And it is changed a little, no I changed a lot, and different places come and go, but it's always fun to stop and see what's going on in the shops. There aren't very many of them so don't be alarmed if it seems like you're done quickly. The glass place, with all of the blown glass pieces is beyond amazing. It may not be the world-class guy out of Seattle whose Name Escapes me right now, but it is incredible workmanship and they're so nice to work with and be with and talk to and learn about class. Then there's a little pottery place and it's got all kind of stuff and it's always fun, now if it's a weekend maybe the creamery will be open and you can get some ice cream too, last time I went in to do that I walked into the middle of a wedding that was going on and you just never know what you might run into. Harmony's a wonderful stop. Used to have a post office and its own ZIP code, but that was shut down in one of those government minimizing things. I do remember but the entire town was up for sale back in 71 I believe and you could have bought the whole thing for $250,000. Last time I heard it changed hands for 11 million. My how times change. Anyway enjoy the stop it's always worthwhile and you'll find something that's not listed here, and enjoy it too. Even if you just see the glass place it's worth the stop read more

We were married at the Chappel , will be 20 years ago this November 30th.We go there every year to celebrate..It is so very special We sent each other a post card from there when the Oist Office was open. We also purchased tee shirts when the highway was being rebuilt. Its a great keepsake.,when you go there you just feel at peace..LOVE HARMONY read more

Harmony Cafe is a little known treat- frequented by locals- run by an authentic Italian chef. Weekend diners must be reserved at least 2 weeks in advance.... Sunday afternoon lunch is like a visit to Italy read more

We frequent Harmony every single year for a family event. this year we were unpleasantly surprised. Harmony Cafe was the downfall of our trip there. We asked for a machiatto (which is on their menu) and they asked us if we want it Starbucks style or classic? I am not sure what that means, but when we asked what the difference was, they did not seem happy to answer it. Between the 4 of us that were in there, we all ordered our drinks. I got the first drink and decided to walk over to their small sitting room, when in there I noticed a record player that had gotten to the end of the record. So I picked up the needle and placed it on the beginning to listen to some old classic music. not a minute later the owner comes in and ask me not to touch it. WOW really? Why would you have a record player out with records hanging out if you don't want anyone to touch it? I then was upset and went in to have my drink put in a to go container because the owner made me feel uncomfortable. When I walked in the main area, they were short one drink and when we asked about it they denied that we ordered four drinks (even though there were 4 of us). We were fed up and decided to walk out. I then noticed the owner was in the small side room alone and felt I would want to confront him away from his customers. I simply explained I had a bad experience that I had never had while visiting Harmony. When I first started explaining it he cut me off and pointed out the door. The owner is a terrible business owner and I will no longer support Harmony Cafe. I don't know where they went wrong but they have gone the wrong direction. Overall I enjoy going to Harmony to take pictures and I love watching the glass blowing, unfortunately I guess today was not my day. In the end, I hope this owner can be a customer advocate and learn that taking care of his customers is always important. Please don't make me feel uncomfortable. (I guess I will never know as I will never go back to Harmony Cafe) read more

Calling this a town is exegerating a little but it is so much fun to visit! We stopped by for half an hour and had the nicest chat with the "manager". She offered us free tea in the welcome room and walked us around the really really small area telling us lots of fun stories about the town and its history. Pay your respect to Freddy, the 18 years mayor cat! :=) read more