Top rated Scenic spots in Santa Maria, United States to elevate your visit (Updated April, 2024)

Top rated Scenic spots in Santa Maria

Experience the best that Santa Maria has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 93 places from Scenic spot category.

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Moro Rock

Scenic spot

👍👍 We had the treat of seeing this place while in a cloud. Such a unique experience. So our review is based on not seeing much really, just the sensation of climbing 400 steps into the sky. almost erie. But would not skip this on any visit, Awesome place.

5.00 (283 reviews) (~232.43 km from centre)

Hurricane Point Vista Point

Scenic spot

👍👍 The best picnic spot on highway 1 between Big Sur and Carmel. What we did was stop at the Safeway in carmel and grab some to-go sushi and drinks. We drove about 30 minutes south to Hurricane Point, brough out some chairs, cozied up with the blanket, and whale watched. Being up so high was truly brea...

4.90 (1K reviews) (~204.81 km from centre)

Partington Cove

Scenic spot

Small, remote inlet & rugged beach reached by a dirt trail, wooden bridge & tunnel.

4.90 (411 reviews) (~177.34 km from centre)

Soberanes Point

Scenic spot

👍👍 Breathtaking views with easy-to-hike trails. It can get really windy and cold, so make sure you have a jacket handy. There's no dedicated parking lot, but there should be plenty of parking along the road -- just be careful, because it's essentially a 2-lane highway. Public restrooms are available...

4.90 (274 reviews) (~214.24 km from centre)

Eagle Rock

Scenic spot

👍👍 I started at the parking next to GreenLeaf Canyon, then headed up to Eagle Rock. It took my 4 hours in total to go back and fourth but it was all worth it. The drive going to Topanga State Park left me speech as it was driving around the mountain as you got higher you got to see the whole city aroun...

4.90 (189 reviews) (~195 km from centre)

Perkins Park Vista Point

Scenic spot

👍👍 As it seems, March is too early to see blanket of flowers. Better come here mid/late April. That said, other flowers are blooming and it’s worth coming here

4.90 (80 reviews) (~229.47 km from centre)

Bluff Cove Lookout

Scenic spot

👍👍 We didn’t have to hike although there is a few trails around this location that we will visit soon!! We just parked and took a few steps to get this view which was great! It was a very relaxing feeling and good ending to the weekend.

4.90 (74 reviews) (~226.57 km from centre)

Cabrillo Hwy Coast

Scenic spot

4.90 (73 reviews) (~70.48 km from centre)

Cavern Point

Scenic spot

👍👍 Incredible viewpoint on Santa Cruz Island of Channel Islands National Park that can be easily reached during a day-trip excursion from Scorpion Harbor (it is 2 miles round trip). Beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding cliffs. Nice views on the hike to get there. Some elevation gain...

4.90 (56 reviews) (~127.88 km from centre)

Art View

Scenic spot

👍👍 Beautiful and quiet so peaceful .

4.90 (33 reviews) (~55.51 km from centre)

Elephant Seal Vista Point

Vista point

Observation deck over a shoreline known for elephant seal sightings in birthing & breeding seasons.

4.80 (11.4K reviews) (~108.59 km from centre)

Point Dume

Tourist attraction

Tranquil coastal area featuring trails & rocky coves, plus blufftop views of Santa Catalina Island.

4.80 (6.9K reviews) (~183.06 km from centre)

Pescadero Point

Scenic spot

👍👍 Glad we did the whole 17-mile drive and this was definitely a pretty place to stop. I’m sure this would be an amazing view at sunset, we just didn’t have enough time to stick around, so plan your drive appropriately to get the most out of it. Please also watch out for the bicyclists and I wouldn’t l...

4.80 (2.1K reviews) (~225.32 km from centre)

Castle Rock Viewpoint

Scenic spot

4.80 (1.7K reviews) (~206.1 km from centre)

Wisdom Tree

Scenic spot

A steep, short hike leads to this unique, lone-standing tree & sweeping views of Los Angeles.

4.80 (979 reviews) (~213.03 km from centre)

Pismo Beach Walkway & Boardwalk

Tourist attraction

😐 Pismo.... What happened to you? It's now a California tourist trap.... Who needs a lighthouse when you have HUGE neon signs... Busy and overcrowded is an understatement. Yet.... Dipping your sandy toes in the ocean water is something everyone should experience.... Make the short drive to Morrow Bay,...

4.80 (901 reviews) (~27.62 km from centre)

Point Vicente Lighthouse

Scenic spot

Navigation facility with monthly open days for WWII history & ghost stories at the onsite museum.

4.80 (734 reviews) (~229.57 km from centre)

Millard Falls

Park

👍👍 Unexpected fun find. Don't forget your adventure parking pass, you'll need it. It's pet friendly. If you park towards the top of the mountain the trailhead will be apx 100 yards away. Keep an eye out for the Millard Falls sign and follow. Eventually you'll arrive at the Millard campground (great spo...

4.80 (438 reviews) (~225.31 km from centre)

Falcon 9 First Stage B1019

Scenic spot

👍👍 A good look at the Falcon reveals the awesome engineering that went into it. The landing struts are totally impressive. You must see Falcon up close. EZ access. Also check Mr. Musk's Hyperloop on same street. My friend Dwight in the picture said, "SpaceX is like Disney's Tomorrow Land only it's for...

4.80 (435 reviews) (~224.95 km from centre)

Sandy Dune

Scenic spot

👍👍 Most romantic place I’ve been with a friend who I have no interest in dating. Anyways, best sunset I’ve ever seen. I suggest having a picnic here with your significant other, the pictures speak for themselves.

4.80 (413 reviews) (~162.34 km from centre)

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Top rated Scenic spots in Santa Maria, United States