Things to do in Cambria, California (CA): The Best Sights & Landmarks

January 31, 2022 Brandee Mangan

Cambria /ˈkeɪmbriə/ is a seaside village in San Luis Obispo County, California, United States midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles along California State Route 1 (Highway 1). The name Cambria, chosen in 1869, is the Latin name for Wales. Cambria is situated amidst Monterey pines in one of only three such native forests. Previously, the town had gone by the names of Slabtown, Rosaville, San Simeon and Santa Rosa. The corresponding census designated place (CDP) had a population of 6,032 at the 2010 census, slightly down from 6,232 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Cambria

1. Moonstone Drive

Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
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4.5 based on 762 reviews

Moonstone Drive

Oceanfront scenic loop that parallels Highway 1.

Reviewed By karenz638

Beautiful... Went up for the Christmas lights at Cambria Pines Lodge and found the most beautiful area.

2. Cambria Cemetery

6005 Bridge St, Cambria, CA 93428-2109 http://www.cambriacemetery.com/
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Cambria Cemetery

Reviewed By mhumphry116 - Glendora, United States

I like to visit old cemetery’s, l was so moved walking through there were items on most of the plots. A train on a child’s, tea pot on one, sea shells, little statues, benches ,little trails under the trees . It was such a special time for me and l would like to go back to spend more time❤️????????????

3. Santa Rosa Catholic Church

1174 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428-3316 +1 805-927-4816 http://www.santarosaparish.org
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Santa Rosa Catholic Church

4. The Old Santa Rosa Creek Chapel

2353 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428-3403 +1 805-927-1125 [email protected] http://santarosachapel.com/index.html
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

The Old Santa Rosa Creek Chapel

5. East Village

Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428 +1 805-927-3624 http://www.cambriachamber.org
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

East Village

6. Nitt Witt Ridge

881 Hillcrest Dr, Cambria, CA 93428-2801 +1 805-927-2690 [email protected] http://nitwitridge.com/m.php
Excellent
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4.0 based on 324 reviews

Nitt Witt Ridge

California State Historical Landmark No. 939 is the creation of Arthur Harold Beal. An Artistic, funky house designed, sculpted and built by one man, Art Beal. Considered one of the finest examples of Folk Art.

Reviewed By ragsdad

After several visits to Cambria and attempts to find someone at Nitt Witt Ridge we finally drove by on this visit and saw a group of people touring the house. I waited at the gate until they came down and was informed by the owner Michael that he would be glad to take our group on a tour as soon as this one ended. The donation of ten dollars is well worth the very interesting walk around the unique property built into a hillside a few blocks off main street. You'll never see anything else quite like Nitt Witt or the story of how it came to be. Michael was an awesome guide and did a wonderful job of story telling, you could tell he enjoyed sharing his property. I HIGHLY recommend this attraction.

7. Piedras Blancas Light Station Fresnel Lens

1000 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428-2839
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4.0 based on 13 reviews

Piedras Blancas Light Station Fresnel Lens

Reviewed By 406annax - San Diego, United States

Our guides, Abel and Lanny, clearly love sharing their knowledge of the lighthouse and the adjacent coastal area. Bring your National Park pass to save half the price.

8. Cambria Jailhouse

1000 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428-2839
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3.5 based on 10 reviews

Cambria Jailhouse

Reviewed By sierraz2017 - Cambria, United States

So cute! Ideal real estate, next to the Vet's Hall, the old lighthouse light and the Pinedorado grounds. Slice of Slab Town history. So much history here that goes ignored due to the strong appeal of staring at the ocean. Come for Pinedorado and get a feel for the local heart.

9. Blue Star Veterans Memorial

Main Street & Cambria Drive, Cambria, CA 93428 +1 805-433-3318 http://www.legion.org
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3.5 based on 3 reviews

Blue Star Veterans Memorial

10. Old Santa Rosa Schoolhouse

870 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428-2818 http://www.sanluisobispo.com
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3.5 based on 4 reviews

Old Santa Rosa Schoolhouse

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