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California does a lot of things really well. Great tacos. Fabulous hikes. Unreal national parks. But one thing it does seriously well is beaches. From San Diego all the way to SF, California’s beaches are something to shout about.  And the best part? There’s quite literally something for everyone, from beaches to get your surf on to hidden coves for exploring. So whether you’re looking to beach-hop, spot wildlife or laze around in the sun all day, California has you covered. Here are its best beaches.  RECOMMENDED:🏖️ The best beaches in the USA🦭 The essential guide to San Francisco☀️ The essential guide to Los Angeles Garrick Ramirez is a writer and photographer based in San Francisco. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

Welcome to St Augustine, where the seafood is fresh and the BBQ is smokey. And sure, it’s known for these two stars of its cuisine, which are mighty delicious. But, naturally, the nation’s oldest city lends itself to an incredibly diverse food scene, and there’s a whole load more on offer once you scratch the surface.  The touristy spots are great, but look beyond them and you’ll find fantastic Peruvian fine dining, sidewalk burrito shacks, bar food and live music and more. St Augustine’s favorite datil pepper shines from many of the city’s dishes, so get ready for a hit of spice. From hidden gems to notorious spots, here are its best restaurants right now.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in St Augustine📍 The best things to do in Jacksonville📍 The best things to do in Daytona Beach📍 The best things to do in Orlando📍 The ultimate guide to Florida