Hear the name of California and huge stretch and diversity come to mind quickly. It is an amazing terrain containing a treasure full of beaches, vineyards, mountains, wilds, luxury resorts and inborn landscapes, which deliver something for every type of honeymooner. From staying in lavish resorts to outdoor adventures, you will find everything perfect here without breaking the bank. 

To help you choose the best and romantic getaway from calm beaches to picturesque hill stations, here are 15 worthwhile honeymoon destinations in California.

• Big Sur

Big Sur is the most amazing place in California, which provides a mesmerizing backdrop to visitors. It got fame for its Bixby Creek Bridge, purple sand at Pfeiffer Beach and McWay Falls at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. There is so much to explore in the Big Sur.

Awe-inspiring Vistas of sheer cliff laying in the Pacific Ocean, glorious coastline, waterfalls, coves and redwood forests will make you feel out of the world. 

It is a remote district featuring opulent lodges, marvelous eateries and affluent resorts, which may appeal to you being a secluded ultra-romantic escape. Besides, it also has plenty of parks and forests trekking routes with immersive, breathtaking landscapes, some of which lead to the waterfalls and beach.

• Sonoma valley

Sonoma-just an hours’ drive away from San Francisco is a land of rolling hills covered with great vineyards nearly on 60,000 acres, give birth to unimaginably stunning scenery. It is a place for wine connoisseurs featuring more than 425 wineries. Therewithal, it is a place to relax and have fun simultaneously; for instance, vacationers can indulge in hiking, mountain biking, riding on hot air balloons, dining in local restaurants, sightseeing, visit wineries, and tasting award-winning wines.

The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa, The Fairmont Sonoma Mission inn & Spa, and Beltane Ranch are the most lavish spots in Sonoma.

• county of Mendocino

Mendocino is a historic town stretched over 700 acres of Northern California. Famous for its secured historical architectural structures, it has earned the status and been registered as a national historic place. 

It is an excellent choice for romance and seclusion, boasting pristine areas rich in redwood trees, wilderness and hidden gems of calm shores. On the flip side, outdoor things-to-do including kayaking on Big River Estuary, trekking, camping, biking, swimming and fishing, are the add-ons. 

Apart from being much isolated, it has adopted a modern lifestyle to inspire visitors. Attractive inns, hotels, and B&Bs can be found in the countryside, while Fort Bragg homes several affordable accommodations and delightful restaurants.

• Santa Barbara, the American Riviera

Prevailing the fascinating panoramic views and soothing air, Santa Barbara, also known as the American Riviera, helps in creating intimate memories for newlyweds. It is an ocean-facing city whose divine sand beaches with a sunset vista bound the couples to fall in love with this beautiful place. 

Santa Barbara is an idyllic honeymoon destination. Its quintessential downtown is creased with Spanish architecture and is home to excellent art exhibits, eating houses, boutiques, and cafes, appealing for history buffs. Botanical gardens attract those who are green-thumbed. Moreover, honeymooners can have a whale of a time here by hiking, biking, shopping, sailing and contributing to outdoor adventures. 

There are so many swank resorts; “Hilton Santa Barbara beachfront resort,” “The Ritz-Carlton Bacara,” and “Ojai valley inn”. One must-visit incredible Santa Catalina Island, which is easily accessible and offers breathtaking views. Santa Barbara is undoubtedly one of the best places in California. 

• Half Moon Bay 

Half moon bay was given this name because of its crescent-shaped coastline that looks gorgeous at very first glance. In its neighborhood, it boasts green farms, low hills and excellent woodland hiking trails. Couples can opt for a day trip to half moon bay or a splendid weekend spot. Paddling around the shore hand-in-hand and watching the spellbinding sunset may be rejuvenating for lovers.

The nearby small town offers a variety of local cafes and restaurants for dining while shopping from the local boutiques in the main street. “Half moon bay inn” (carrying the old Spanish construction) and “Mil Rose Inn” are two delicate accommodating opportunities in the proximity.

• Lake Tahoe 

Lake Tahoe is a mesmerizing water body in California, surrounded by the mystical Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Dazzling vistas of Lake Tahoe with neighboring highlands astound the visitors in summers with activities including camping, hiking, horseback riding, biking and boating. However, the best time to plan a private vacation to Lake Tahoe is in the winter season. Couples can have the best phase together, relishing skiing, fine-dines, cozy rooms and lounges with romantic fireplaces, private terraces, and lakefront views. 

To indulge in above mentioned outdoor expedition and amenities, “Postmarc Hotel and Spa Suites” is an idyllic option, whereas “The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe” and “Edgewood Tahoe Resort” are somewhat for an extraordinary luxe experience.

• Solvang

It is a small historical town featuring Danish architecture, including four great windmills and culture in the Santa Ynez valley. It provides an idyllic intimate weekend holiday for the twosome to visit the museums and shop for genuine Danish souvenirs. While wandering across the main road “Mission Drive,” go fishing, taste local wines and eat special butter cookies, coffee cakes, aebleskivers (pancakes with fillings) and cinnamon bread from typical Danish bakeries for an upscale holiday experience.

Book a room in “Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort” or “Royal Copenhagen Inn” with a relaxing and romantic ambiance for a night’s stay.

• Santa Catalina Island

An enthralling island, “Santa Catalina” is a perfect romantic spot for newlyweds. Its remote white sand beaches, scenic views, shining blue water, willowy palm trees and adjoining quaint community assist as an incredible escape from the world. 

The island offers daytime activities to exciting nightlife that makes the holiday a memorable one. Partners celebrate the private holiday by indulging in sightseeing of pristine beaches, hypnotizing coves, watersports, renting chairs or cabanas for sunset vistas, and eating at water-facing restaurants. In addition to these fun things, they may also enjoy local theatres and casinos at night to get maximum of their honeymoon.

To stay, ample lodges and resorts ranging from average to extravagant gratify the couples according to their preferences. Glenmore Plaza and the Holiday Inn Resort are typical yet decent options with waterside’s picturesque sights.

• Napa Valley

Napa Valley is surely one of the most romantic countrysides in the USA, with outstanding wineries, premium restaurants, world-class resorts and spas. Couples can get a private time together in cozy rooms, enjoy continental as well as local meals at upscale eateries and take calming spa treatments like a mud bath, steam bath, body massages and soaking in a mineral spring pool for a perfect peaceful getaway.

Also, they can relish hot balloon rides, roaming around vineyards, hiking, exploring beautiful wineries and wine tasting rooms, art galleries and boutiques. For an affordable stay, choose “Archer Hotel Napa,” otherwise you can go for “Bardessono Hotel and Spa” or “Auberge du Soleil”.

• Humboldt County

A perfect place for nature lovers is Humboldt County in California, USA. It has a widespread redwood forest for exploring the heights of nature, hiking and wonderful wildlife, including rare birds. 

Humboldt Redwood State Park is home to various trails covering more than 100 miles with sequoias all around. Moreover, for a change, move ahead for soothing and tranquilizing beach sceneries. Also, book a room in one of its Victorian stopovers for relaxation and try some luscious meals at local restaurants.

• San Diego 

San Diego is a perfect honeymoon stop for the bride and groom who either want a calm trip or a holiday full of activities. Couples can roam around the streets of the town hand in hand, discover the local museums, and lounge on a relaxing sunny coastline. Additionally, they can be privileged with the city’s diverse restaurants, widespread vineyards, zoo and parks. 

You can book your flight and hotels at cheaper rates in winter because there is no crowd like peak season. However, fall and spring being peak time bring the best of innate beauty and mild temperatures. 

On the adventurous side, couples opt for hiking, skydiving, paragliding, hang gliding and much more. 

• San Francisco 

San Francisco is a great place for those who want an active excursion with their partner rather than lazing. It is packed with so many exciting happenings, fun activities, absorbing sights and delectable foodstuffs altogether. 

Couples can make their vacation joyous by being involved in urban activities in addition to city sightseeing. They must explicitly see the Painted Ladies in Alamo Square and Fisherman’s Wharf, try bike riding to Golden Gate Bridge, get ice cream at Ghirardelli square and hike twin peaks for an astounding overlook of the town. 

Moreover, for some romantic beachside moments, Alcatraz Island is a must-go point. Choosing a suitable hotel may be difficult for you, so here are some options; “Staypineapple” in Union Square is a fantastic choice for a cozy and affordable stay, and “Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa” is a perfect place for a romantic ambiance. Apart from these, “Fairmont”, “Loews Regency” and “Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco” are some sumptuous accommodations.

• Palm springs

A miracle of nature; Palm Springs, a lavish oasis rugged with deep green grass amid a relentless desert, is an incredible place for a post-nuptial getaway. The region is full of contrasting views, such as, on the one hand, you may be amidst the Death Valley and on the other hand, on the same day, you can relish playing golf in a green land. 

Newlyweds can revel in sitting beside the pools, drinking cocktails, B&B, having luxurious dinners at splendid restaurants, and staying in classic private residences with pools. However, JW Marriot Desert Springs Resort and Spa, Palm Desert, the saguaro and Parker Palm springs are suitable inns in Palm Springs. 

Besides relaxing, the twosome has many attractions like visiting Joshua Tree National Park, shopping and taking a spa treatment. Palm Springs is one of the magnificent places for couples who sought to be privileged by appreciating the wonders of nature.

• Los Angeles

Los Angeles is a glamorous city with a variety of things to do. As a honeymooner, you will find plenty of exciting pursuits, from shopping to city exploration to attending Hollywood happenings. Meanwhile, renting an Oceanside villa and having a romantic dinner is a quite quixotic and tranquil experience.

• Yosemite

Woody-adventure seekers and nature lovers would love Yosemite. Yosemite offers you an ideal honeymoon far from the urban environment. Here you can have your private time indulging in camping or finding a room in neighboring hotels (Inside Yosemite Park Winter Wonderland, Ahwahnee hotel, Sierra Nevada Resort and Spa or Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite). 

Getting back to nature can be refreshing and rejuvenating for couples. In Yosemite national park, adventurers can hike, mountain climb, and see different waterfalls in the region, including Bridalveil Falls, Nevada Falls, Vernal Falls, and Yosemite Falls.