Big Sur, California
Big Sur: Situated along California's Central Coast in Monterey County, this rugged region is defined by the Santa Lucia Mountains rising abruptly from the Pacific Ocean.
About
Big Sur is a city located in the county of Monterey in the U.S. state of California.
Quick Facts about Big Sur
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Monterey County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.2702,-121.8075 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 08:12:01 (7th November 2026) |
| Postal code | 93920 |
Geography
Big Sur is located at 36°16'13"N 121°48'27"W (36.2702400, -121.8074500).
Big Sur map
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Where to Eat in Big Sur
1Post Ranch Inn
47900 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States View details
Phone: +18316672200 | Website available
Where to Stay in Big Sur
1Big Sur River Inn
46800 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States View details
Phone: +18316672700 | Website available
2Fernwood Campground and Resort
47200 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States View details
Phone: +18316672422 | Website available
3Alila Ventana Big Sur
48123 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States View details
Phone: +18316672331 | Website available
4Lucia Lodge
62400 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States View details
Phone: +18664244787 | Website available
5Gorda Springs Resort
72801 CA-1 Bldg 1, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States View details
Phone: +18059273918 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Big Sur, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 119067 | Monterey Peninsula College | Monterey (CA) | 93940-4799 |
Nearby Transit Stations (15)
Rail and bus stations connected to Big Sur, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRM | Carmel, California | 3645 Rio Road | BUS |
| MYH | Monterey (Hyatt Regency), California | 1 Old Golf Course Road | BUS |
| MRY | Monterey (Transit Plaza), California | 500 Tyler Street | BUS |
| MYT | Monterey (Travelodge), California | 675 Munras Street | BUS |
| MYM | Monterey (Marriott), California | 350 Calle Principal | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Big Sur.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sur Post Office | Big Sur (CA) | 93920 |
Other cities in Monterey County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Monterey County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Salinas | 154,868 | The largest city in Monterey County, California. |
| Seaside | 34,115 | City in California, USA |
| Monterey | 28,511 | City in California, United States |
| Soledad | 25,247 | City in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Marina | 21,836 | City in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Prunedale | 17,560 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Pacific Grove | 15,299 | Town in Monterey County, California, United States |
| King City | 14,077 | City in California, named after its founder, Charles King |
| Gonzales | 8,237 | City in Texas, United States |
| Del Monte Forest | 4,514 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Carmel Valley Village | 4,407 | Unincorporated community in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Carmel-by-the-Sea | 3,744 | City in Monterey County, California |
| Pajaro | 3,070 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Boronda | 1,710 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Del Rey Oaks | 1,645 | City in Monterey County, California, United States of America |
| Chualar | 1,190 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |