Take a Barbiecore Tour through California

Barbiecore has been sweeping catwalks, red carpets and interior décor around the world, pink-themed travel is also having a boom. Visit California has rounded up a list of California destinations where you can have your own Barbie moment this summer.

Greater Palm Springs
In California’s resort oasis, there’s no shortage of Barbie – whether it’s fully pink hotels or actual Barbie displays! For those looking for an ultra-pink place to stay, Les Cactus and Sands Hotel & Spa offer beautiful pink exteriors for a Barbie-inspired stay. While at Sands, be sure to dine at the Pink Cabana, designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard.

Pink has popped up all over the desert. From Pink Modernism examples like Pink Palace and The Valentine Palm Springs to the pink color of Mount San Jacinto at sunrise and Bella da Ball’s hair. For even more Greater Palm Springs Barbie inspiration, check out @tinypalmspringson Instagram, which is a curated Barbie doll collection inspired by life in the destination.

San Diego
Southern California’s vibrant waterfront city of San Diego provides a blushing oasis for Barbie lovers. With picturesque Barbie backdrops like the pink monochromatic wall at Pigment or the pastel pink and floral mural outside of Native Poppy, the city is filled with the perfect place for a Barbie-inspired photo opp.

For the Barbie lover looking to relax and unwind, the luxurious La Valencia Hotel, known as The Pink Lady of La Jolla, offers a vintage pink exterior with romantic courtyards, breathtaking views of the ocean, and an homage to the timeless elegance of the 1920’s. Request a visit from the Cocktail Butler, serving La Valencia’s signature “Pink Lady” drink.

Los Angeles County
There is no shortage of Barbie experiences in and around the city of Angels. For perfectly pink accommodations try The Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills or The Langham in Pasadena, both legendary and luxurious properties. The Langham offers iconic pink macarons and has a pink taxi out front, both perfect for photo ops!

While in LA be sure to wander through the summer rose gardens at The Huntington, snap a photo at the Pink Wall at the Paul Smith flagship store on Melrose Ave., roller skate like Barbie and Ken in Venice with rentals from Perry’s Cafe & Beach Rentals, and check out the World of Barbie (with ticket dates extended to Sept. 4!).

Santa Barbara
The American Riviera is the perfect place for a Barbie fanatic. In addition to the Barbie lifestyle, spent lounging on the beach or shopping on State Street, visitors can head to Lotusland – which is one of the world’s top gardens, featuring over 3,000 plants from all over the world. Set on the grounds is a beautiful pink Mediterranean estate – Cuesta Linda.

San Luis Obispo County
Located in the hills of San Luis Obispo, the Madonna Inn is known for its exuberant decor and 110 elaborate themed rooms. A true Barbie fanatic can embrace the Fashion Fairytale moments in the fairytale-like Old Mill Room, while “Show ‘n Ride Equestrian” Barbies can climb aboard a carousel steed in the Pony Room. While all the themed rooms present photo opportunities, it is room 218 that is peak Barbiecore. Dubbed the “Carin” room as a Swiss Expression for “endearment,” this enchanting room is adorned with wall-to-wall bright pink hues, two private balconies, and lovebirds nesting on the tiles in the shower.

For even more pink places to visit: https://www.visitcalifornia.com/experience/take-barbiecore-tour-through-california/