Pacifica, CA is a picturesque, charming coastal town that exudes idyllic serenity. Its friendly and artsy community celebrates its rich history in unique ways through cultural sites, theaters, visual art museums and concert venues. Here are some of the best hidden gems that will reveal the nature of its people.
The Sanchez Art Center (1220 Linda Mar Blvd, Pacifica) is an intimate gallery that exhibits contemporary works from emerging Bay Area artists. The center also hosts concerts with local musicians and performances by small theatre groups.
For those who love theater productions with a twist should visit the Coastal Repertory Theatre (1167 Main St., Half Moon Bay). This converted historic church presents innovative plays and musicals featuring local talent.
If youre craving visual arts outside traditional museum spaces, head to Pedro Point Creative (1251 Cabrillo Hwy S Ste 101A,, Pacifica), where authentic art experiences come to life within eclectic warehouse space. From popup galleries to creative workshops on painting or ceramics pottery wheel throwing classes this venue practically screams creativity.
For music lovers looking for an atmospheric vibe than pay attention; Winters Tavern (1522 Francisco Blvd., Pacifica) serves up live rock music presented on wooden stages atop layers of sawdust since it opened over half a century ago! Also with free WiFi!
Located just down the highway from San Francisco airport at Devils Slide Trailhead Park(4300 Coast Highway One) , hike along stunning cliffs alongside gorgeous ocean views then end your journey at The Egg sculpture created by Carla Caletti as tribute to memory of surfers killed nearby in early 1990s documenting their stories etched into metal plates covering this beautiful sunken eggshaped monument .
Finally take stroll along Rockaway Beach Avenue lined with cute shops offering antiques older than most visitors check out Tattooed Monkey barbershop (450 Dondee Way, Pacifica). This unique shop offers haircuts with a pint of beer and an oldfashioned straight razor shave!
Pacificas hidden cultural gems may be tucked away in secret places but their idiosyncrasies make them worth seeking out. Whether you are interested in the arts or just soaking up some history, this charming town has something for everyone.
Sanchez Art Center https://www.sanchezartcenter.org/
Coastal Repertory Theatre http://coastalrep.com/
Pedro Point Creative http://pedropointcreative.com/home.html
Winters Tavern https://winterstavern.com/
Devils Slide Trailhead Parkhttps://parks.smcgov.org/devilsslidetrailheadpark
Tattooed Monkey barbershophttps://tattooedmonkeybarbers.square.site/
1220 Linda Mar Blvd
Pacifica, CA
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1167 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA
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1251 Cabrillo Hwy S
Pacifica, CA
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1522 Francisco Blvd.
Pacifica, CA
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4300 Coast Highway
One, CA
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450 Dondee Way
Pacifica, CA
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