Eureka Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Redwood National and State Parks
Experience the lively arts community and lumber-milling heritage of this Northern Californian city bordered by redwood-studded hills and Humboldt Bay.

Eureka is a large coastal city with a charming 19th-century town at its heart. Discover its preserved Victorian streetscape and learn about the city’s former life as a West Coast lumber hub. Explore the broad expanse of Humboldt Bay and enjoy some of Eureka’s best-kept secrets. You’ll find fantastic fishing spots, beautiful foreshore hikes and a wide variety of wildlife.

Take a stroll down the captivating streets of the Old Town Eureka Historic District to get a great introduction to the city. See beautiful Victorian-era façades and grand old buildings that paint a picture of the city’s lumber-milling wealth. Check out the Renaissance-style Clarke Historical Museum, browse art galleries and antiques stores and relax in coffee shops and restaurants that populate this historic district. At the eastern edge of the Old Town, the magnificent Carson Mansion looks out over Humboldt Bay. This Victorian jewel is not open to the public but its exquisite architecture has made it a landmark in the city.

Go on a scenic tour of Humboldt Bay and take photos of the sweeping views of the harbor and the coast. Follow foreshore hiking trails and find bird-watching hot spots at the Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge. If you chat to locals you’ll also learn about some of the city’s best fishing and clamming spots.

Explore the water with a rented kayak or join one of the bay’s boat tours. Go for a stroll along the beach near Manila and explore the peninsula trails at North Spit. Drive past the historic Coast Guard Station to reach a viewpoint looking back over Eureka toward picturesque Table Bluff.

Take the kids to see the animals at Sequoia Park Zoo and walk amid the towering redwoods at Sequoia Park Garden. Another popular spot for enjoying the forests’ tranquil beauty is Headwaters Forest Reserve. The scenic Redwood Highway presents a showcase of California’s natural beauty.

Eureka is easy to reach via Arcata-Eureka Airport. You can also take advantage of the Amtrak, Greyhound and local bus services. Enjoy the coastal beauty of Eureka from a waterfront hotel or stay overnight in a charming Victorian townhouse. Visit at any time of the year to experience Eureka’s energetic local culture, preserved architecture and striking scenery.

Where to stay in Eureka

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Downtown Eureka

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Eureka, Carson Mansion and Morris Graves Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Eureka
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Greenside Park

While Greenside Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carson Mansion and Sequoia Park Garden.

Greenside Park
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Freshwater

Freshwater might not have many top sights, but Sequoia Park Garden and Sequoia Park Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Freshwater
Bayside Inn & Suites
Bayside Inn & Suites
3 out of 5
1209 Fourth Street, Eureka, CA
The price is ₹6,170 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹6,170
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (594 reviews)
"Property was very clean and staff was very accommodating to our group."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

Bayside Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
815 West Wabash Ave, Eureka, CA
The price is ₹12,089 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹12,089
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Such a nice stay. Very clean and beautiful."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka, an IHG Hotel
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
3 out of 5
232 W 5th St, Eureka, CA
The price is ₹12,422 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹12,422
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Spring Break in The Redwoods
"Customer Service was great, the beds are very small and the location was not so great. Parking was very tight but it was spring break and very busy. The limo service was a pleasant suprise."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
219 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (277 reviews)
"Very convenient location with within walking distance of metro and other public transport. Walking distance to a lot of great sights within the city. The actual location though had a lot of vagrants within the area. Would not recommend walking around at night alone."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,492 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,081 reviews)
"Great location and great beach town The hotel was excellent except that housekeeping was not available on a regular basis. One fault: Housekeeping only seems to occur in the late afternoon and required several calls to the front desk"

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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