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The 5 Best Things to do for Honeymoon in Half Moon Bay, California (CA)
A mere 45-minute drive from San Francisco lies Half Moon Bay, an idyllic enclave and truly the perfect place to spend some time away from the big city. Horseback ride along a scenic beach, play golf on a spectacular course overlooking the ocean or browse through the numerous shops and art galleries in the historic section. If you decide to stay, as many do, treat yourself to a delicious dinner at any of the town's fine restaurants. Then check into an enchanting bed and breakfast, a charming inn or boutique hotel. Your Half Moon Bay experience will not be soon forgotten.
Restaurants in Half Moon Bay
1. Half Moon Bay Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 130 reviews
We are a craft distillery on the coast of Half Moon Bay, California. We make small batch, hand crafted distilled spirits. We are open for tastings of our craft distilled vodka and gin.
Reviewed By PotreroHillLady - San Francisco, United States
As you drive down to Half Moon Bay from San Francisco, Route One will wind through an array of cypresses. It is fitting that at HMB Distillery you should sample some of the best things about a member of the ancient cypress family, the juniper berry, which according to Drunken Botanist author Amy Stewart, puts them on earth at the same time when most of our current continental configuration was a single continent---that's why the juniper thrives on so many continents. It's fitting that the owners of Half Moon Bay hail from different parts of the world but they speak a common language, the juniper... On this distillery tour you will watch a video about the distillery's origins and sit at the foot of their still, but the hallmark of the tour is just enjoying the HMB take on vodka and gin. The tour really encourages you to discover what ingredients they use in their blends to make it special. No turnstiles, no heavy handed sale pitches, no beard oil on the shelf. You just delight in their innovative take on vodka and gin and then take a nice walk on Princeton by the Sea. Done and done,
2. Half Moon Bay Coastside Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 289 reviews
Easy and scenic hiking trail along the Pacific coast that measures six miles round trip.
Reviewed By PastyPerson - Sacramento, United States
At about 5 flat miles(?), this is an easy bike ride with lots of beautiful scenery. Bring a windbreaker.
3. Pomponio State Beach
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Scenic beach located a short distance from Pescadero on the San Mateo County coast.
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
I enjoyed a walk by the Pacific Ocean at Pomponio State Beach Park. There is a small fee for parking. I used my annual state park pass to visit. The beach is just south of Half Moon Bay.
4. Half Moon Bay State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 657 reviews
Broad and sandy beach stretching more than four miles features campground facilities and trails for hikers and horseback riders.
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
We had a superb time on our return visit to Half Moon Bay State Park. We used our annual park pass to enter the park. There is a visitor center There is also an outside exhibit of whale boats. Its nice to take a walk there There is picnic and barbecue facilities. There is also a campground for both tent and RV/trailer camping.
5. Sea Horse Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 305 reviews
Beautiful guided coastal trail and beach horseback rides on dramatic Coastal Equestrian Trail and Half Moon Bay's Poplar Beach. Minimum riding age is 7 years old. All rides appropriate for first time, moderately experienced and very experienced riders. Online reservations required, height/weight restrictions available online, check before booking. Barbecues available for groups of 10 people or more. Closing time ends with seasonal changes. Always open for early bird ride at 8:00 a.m., by reservation.
Reviewed By jrohrer1957 - Walnut Creek, United States
My boyfriend and I went for the 1:30 to 3:00 ride and it was such a wonderful and relaxing way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon. When you first check-in you meet with the very nice and helpful ladies. You learn the proper way to ride safely and then you meet your horse. There were 3 guides who stay with you the whole time and make sure that everything it going well. The trail down to the beach is scenic and very nice but there is nothing like the beach with the waves crashing into the surf. The horses are very calm when the water hit their legs. There is a guy who is taking pictures from the cliff above of you and your party so when you get back you have tons of pictures of your experience. I recommend getting the flash drive of all your pictures that way you can print out what you want and as many as you want. All in all a very nice time and we will be doing it again soon. Thank you ladies and your wonderful guides for such a relaxing and fun time!! : )
