California Castles & palaces + Lighthouse pictures

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Come for the Disneyland® Resort experience, stay for the beaches. The Magic Kingdom® and the best surfing on the West Coast make a fantastic combination.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Take the kids for a swim in the ocean, pet sharks at the aquarium and explore museums and galleries in this laid-back beach city on California’s Pacific Coast.

Sample a magnificent selection of Italian-style wines while touring this medieval-inspired Tuscan castle decorated with frescoes and ornate woodwork.

Marvel at the untouched beauty of this island off the coast of Southern California, where stunning natural scenery is the biggest draw.  

Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. 

Enjoy spectacular waterfront views in an award-winning restaurant or take a relaxing cruise on an Italian-style gondola in this marina community.

Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. 

Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. 

Take a tour of the America’s best-known wine-growing region for some delicious wine tasting and to buy a bottle or two.

Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. 

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

Take a tour of the America’s best-known wine-growing region for some delicious wine tasting and to buy a bottle or two.

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

Built for an Expo and then made permanent, this Roman-inspired palace built early in the 20th Century houses a treasure trove of fine arts and science exhibits.

Marvel at the untouched beauty of this island off the coast of Southern California, where stunning natural scenery is the biggest draw.  

Built for an Expo and then made permanent, this Roman-inspired palace built early in the 20th Century houses a treasure trove of fine arts and science exhibits.