Southern California is a unique place, with lots of great little communities and towns. Here’s one little town that has an amazing history, and so much natural beauty that you’ll want to visit year-round.
Please note, Jeremy’s on the Hill is temporarily closed.
The little town of Julian is definitely unique - the entire town is designated as a California Historical Landmark. You’ll find it 50 miles northeast of San Diego.
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Just 1,500 or so people call this quaint little town home, but it’s a popular spot for visitors. You’ll soon see why.
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One of the best things about Julian? Its four seasons! This town is gorgeous in the springtime…
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…charming in the summer…
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…breathtaking in the fall…
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…and a true wonderland in the winter.
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Julian is famous for its apples. The climate is perfect for growing apples, and you’ll find fresh apples, cider and pies available in the fall.
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During the Apple Festival, more than 10,000 apple pies are baked here.
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Julian was a gold rush town, and you can tour the Eagle and High Peak Mines today.
Chris Jepsen/flickr You’ll find the mines at 2320 C Street. Click here for more information.
Visit the Julian Pioneer Museum to learn more about this town’s early history.
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The museum is filled with all kinds of antiques and items from the early 1900s.
Chris Jepsen/flickr You’ll find the museum at 2811 Washington Street.
You’ll find many great dining options here, including Jeremy’s on the Hill, a farm-to-table restaurant serving up fresh, delicious food.
Eric H./Yelp Jeremy’s on the Hill is located at 4354 Highway 78.
Granny’s Kitchen, located at 1921 Main Street, is another local favorite.
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This place has the best apple pie you’ve ever tasted. Each slice is stuffed with juicy apples and weighs almost a pound!
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Stay overnight at the Julian Gold Rush Hotel.
Kent Kanouse/flickr This historic hotel was completed in the 1890s and is filled with gold rush-era antiques. 2032 Main Street.
Have you visited Julian? Tell us your favorite thing in this little town.
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Visit Julian
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You’ll find the mines at 2320 C Street. Click here for more information.
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You’ll find the museum at 2811 Washington Street.
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Jeremy’s on the Hill is located at 4354 Highway 78.
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This historic hotel was completed in the 1890s and is filled with gold rush-era antiques. 2032 Main Street.
If you’re looking for more unique attractions in Southern California, take a look at this gorgeous Japanese garden.
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