Pigeon Point Lighthouse affords views of some of California's most spectacular coastal scenery and is one of the most frequently photographed lighthouses in the world. The lighthouse tower is open with docent-led tours to the top of the tower and are conducted on most Sundays throughout the year and on Saturdays and Sundays during the summer.

Montara Lighthouse on the rugged California Coast, sits the Point Montara fog signal and light station. Established in 1875, the historic lighthouse and turn-of-the-century buildings have been preserved. The keeping house, located at 16th Street and Cabrillo Highway, now operates as a hostel.

Half Moon Bay is the oldest town in San Mateo County (est.1840). You can see traces of its past visible in the many historic buildings as you explore Main, Purissima, and Johnston Streets. Stroll the downtown area; visit the galleries, boutiques, restaurants, bakeries and cafes.

Two miles inland from Pescadero Beach, the town of Pescadero has one of best bakeries. Buy two loaves of bread at Archangeli's - one to eat in the car and one to take home. Picnic makings, home-made sausage, and local produce are also tempting. Enjoy a one of a kind dining experience at Duartes Resaurant. People travel from all over the bay area for a bowl of their artichoke soup and fresh baked pies. www.duartestavern.com, http://www.arcangeligrocery.com/

Come to see what the Santa Cruz Mountains and San Mateo County coast has to offer on an adventure through some of the appellation's most distinguished wineries. Contact the website for a map to design your own tour! Travel distance and times vary.

Visitors can indulge all their senses by visiting farms and nurseries. Gather fresh produce within a historic barn at Andreotti Family Farm (650-726-9151). Drop by Daylight Farms to browse vegetables, herbs, and flowers- -including their vast dahlia garden (seasonal). Take the kids to feed baby ducks, see majestic peacocks and pick their own strawberries. Visit downtown's flower market. Or embark on a car cruise to the stunning Yerba Buena Nursery, which specializes in native California plants and ferns and often offers tea service. Phipps Ranch 2700 Pescadero Rd., Pescadero, Ca 94060 2 minute walk to 30 mile drive