This is a great museum to visit when in Paso Robles…read more There were so many military vehicles and aircraft to see up close. They were parked outdoors and it was cool to be able to walk up to the planes and tanks that our military used in different wars. There was also an enclosed area with antique cars. There was a gift shop with souvenirs for purchase. This museum was impressive and well worth the time to visit.

Loved this place! We had our fur baby with us but even though pets are not allowed, they let us…read moresee the outdoor exhibit while my husband went to see the whole exhibition. The gentleman at the ticket counter was very nice and friendly. He is definitely an asset to the museum!

nostalgic! I got such a feeling of being at my great grandparents home when I was little. This…read moreplace is big and has practically anything you would find from 1950s and before! You begin isn't artifacts from native Americans, then early beef ranchers, becoming the almond capital, various businesses from before the 1950s (like different variations of a dentist chair!) So many different rifles, taxidermy, service people outfits, types of horseless carriages, cars, barbed wire, an old printing press, blacksmith shop, movie cameras, and so much more! Even a toddler touch dramatic play area! This place is so well curated and the docents were so kind ! I can't believe we haven't been here before! I wish I had longer!

All the reviews are accurate. For such an unassuming exterior, the interior is a definite treasure…read moretrove of stuff. Of course, it is focused on Paso Robles history so it is really cool to learn about what got Paso Robles going. It has only been a wine town for the last 20 or so years but before that, it was known for hot springs. I came with my family and we got a kick out of all of it. There are so many recreations that truly help bring history to life. From the cars to the mini models of buildings back then, and the staff, you could spend a good afternoon just reading and learning all about the history of Paso Robles and what it was like to live in the early days. My personal favorite was the blacksmith, not for the history but the proportions. As for more practical bits to my review: There is a small parking lot with Pioneer park where you can park you car. No shade and it is narrow so be aware when you park there. They also have a small parking lot if I remember correctly but we ended up parking in Pioneer park since we got there before they opened. The entire property is dedicated to the museum so once you walk in the gates, you can start learning. It is also free admission so I am honestly amazed it is still going. Donate to help keep it going and maybe buy something from them! They also do have AC so if you want to escape the heat, go there. It is a big building so it did still get warm in 100 degree heat but it was much better than outside. I highly recommend stopping by since it is super fascinating. I sadly didn't take any pictures since I was so busy just learning about everything. So keep an eye out for that blacksmith! ;)

A must stop on your Hwy 101 trip just north of Paso Robles…read more Gorgeous interior with original wall paintings!! This mission is authentic from 1797. It is the 16th mission of the 21 California Missions. $10 every donation for seniors. Definitely worth the fee to help keep this mission intact.

A must see if you're in the San Miguel/Paso Robles area. Quaint California mission along the El…read moreCamino Real trail. Off the 101. Beautifully maintained condition 1 of 21 original California Missions. Active community and fully functional Catholic Church with weekly masses and functions for all to enjoy. Stop by. You won't be disappointed.

Such a cute spot! Kids got to play and get their energy out. Lots of different things that are…read moregreat for smaller kids and toddlers. And very unique that it's all housed in a former fire house. We spent a good few hours here and kids were entertained the whole time. May not be as entertaining for older kids though. We'll be back whenever we're in the area.

This is going to be our new go-to spot whenever we visit Paso. My almost two-year-old had so much…read morefun. So many creative spaces to explore with two levels and an outdoor space; we could have stayed for half a day. Very friendly environment. The floor staff supervisor, Aleah, was kind enough to give us a tour and make us feel welcome. What a unique community treasure!

The coastal town of Morro Bay, population a wee under 11,000, has a Maritime Museum. Small but…read moremighty museum that offers free admission. FREE! That's so awesome it's free making learning and history accessible for all. Adding they kindly accept donations though but don't verbalize it at all. No pressure or mentioning the f it by the staff. The museum is unlike any others in the best ways. They have an outdoor display of marine vessels. Real deal retired vessels, not made up arts n crafts models. Each vessel has an info board. And folks that know me, know I luv a good info board. Life long learner here. So learning about the local Morro Bay maritime history was so super neat. The museum building is tiny... one room. But they utilize every inch without the clutter. Organized and nicely displayed items. The room was filled with artifacts and even more history boards. Luv that! The docent was so great! She was engaging without being intrusive considering the small size of the place. Welcoming. Knowledgeable and providing historical local facts. She added to making the my visit just that more enjoyable. Just to note a few items of interest: +1880s whaling try pot. +1927 built tugboat Alma-she helped to rescue the entire 38 man crew of the oil tanker USS Monticello after it was struck by a Japanese submarine launched torpedo and ff the coast in December 1943. +Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle -Avalon built in early 1970s in Sunnyvale, CA, by Lockheed. Public restrooms building is in the parking lot. Gotta give it to Morro Bay in providing access to multiple public restrooms throughout the Embarcadero area.

What an unexpected find when we made a stop in Morro Bay! Super fun. Great place to stop by on a…read morepit stop along the coast.

Hidden gem! Wonderfully curated museum, with fantastic displays. Well worth the visit.read more

This fantastic museum is located on Camp Roberts itself, just north of San Miguel, at exit 244 off…read moreUS Hwy. 101. It was the US Army's largest training camp in World War II! A half-million of the Greatest Generation were trained there to fight for a Free World! The museum is the biggest Army museum in the state, and it's right there where history was made. It's recently gone through a big remodel, so the main museum is completely done over. Admission is FREE and they're open to the General Public on Saturdays and Thursdays, 9 to 4.

Great place, educational, worth the trip. I go every time I'm in town. And I spend a ton of money…read morein the gift shop because I want to support the museum. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and have fun doing it. Great for the whole family.

A neat little museum to stop in when passing through. I would plan on spending about half hour…read more Entrance fee is $3 per adult.

Such I neat museum! So many things to see. The docent is very nice as well. Enjoyed this and the…read moregas station museum as well

I hit the jackpot one evening with being directed to this museum while traveling through Coalinga…read more My luck held when Tim, a descendent of one of the original European families to settle in the area, showed up to give me a tour. Decades of civic pride and love have gone into creating and maintaining this fabulous collection.

The Ríos-Caledonia Adobe is a historic adobe house built in 1835 in San Miguel, California. The…read moreRíos-Caledonia Adobe is open to the public as a house museum and library. The original building was made of adobe, had a roof of hand-made tiles, and used strips of rawhide to tie the pine rafters in place. It is located directly across the street from Mission San Miguel Arcángel. It has had many different owners, and the property has been a a stagecoach stop with a hotel and tavern, as well as an elementary school and many other businesses. In 1923, the property was purchased as a tourist attraction, and the new owner added the gift shop. The County of San Luis Obispo purchased it in 1964 as the adobe had fallen into disrepair. In 1968, the Friends of the Adobes formed to preserve and restore the adobe. The site now operates as a county park with a history research library, museum, and gift shop. There are plenty of trees to enjoy a picnic or an outing. The Ríos-Caledonia Adobe is right off the freeway, and admission is free.

This is a nice little stop off of the freeway. Its literally across the street from Mission San…read moreMiguel Arcangel, and actually has a lot of history to it. The Rios-Caledonia Adobe is located on an old stage road, and served as a sort of halfway point between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Back in the 19th Century it was a functioning hotel and saloon. When the stagecoach days ended, and the days of the automobile began, the new owners installed a "visible" gas pump, and it served as an important rest stop on U.S. 101. In fact, the driveway you go down is actually a SEGMENT of the ORIGINAL U.S. 101 roadway ITSELF! Not to be missed if you are in the area! Go to see the history of travel before freeways.

Enjoy eating al fresco with live music and watching the sunset? Walking outside amongst rolling…read morehills as the natural light changes from twilight to dusk to night under the stars? Discovering new vistas around every corner, with colorful LED light sculptures powered by solar panels, changing with the musical accompaniment? Come check out Sensorio! It's an innovative unique way to walk around outside and enjoy the fresh air while appreciating some life sized art installations. Appropriate for all ages! Glad to see the cleanliness of the whole grounds--there are multiple trash cans available along the winding gravel path, but also it seems the hundreds of people who visit from all over are respectful and don't litter. My favorite art installation was called Dimensions: metallic 3D geometric sculptures with lights casting shadows, some of which you can spin by hand to create new shadows, like a kaleidoscope.

My wife spotted this attraction. She signed up for the Terrace level, and as a result, we got a…read morefree glass of wine. You need to wait until after sunset to get the entire effect. So take your time, sip your wine or whatever, and then go for a walk. There are violet lights probably UV along the path to help you walk. The paths are CA6 gravel, and are fairly smooth. There was a high path and a low path - We needed steps, so we took both. There are bathrooms strategically placed so if you have to go while way out there, it isn't a problem. Look to the right of the toilet and push the foot pedal to flush. The bathrooms were clean. Two sections featured music, and as we were walking out there was a live jazz band playing. Don't forget to tip the band! We took around an hour. The path out is well marked and easy to follow. We were able to get back to the parking lot and found our car in the well-lit parking lot easily. This is good for kids and adults. Give it a go!