California is known for its unbeatable beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, and bustling cities. People flock from all over the world to experience the Golden State in all of its wonders to see what the fuss is all about for themselves.

However, many people get trapped in the popular attractions and tourist hotspots, but there are many hidden gems that offer an equally thrilling experience. Let’s take a look at the top 10 underrated places to visit in California that are totally worth exploring.

If you’ve ever wondered about ways to roast your own coffee at home, Dan Gorman and his wife, Donna, of Punto Fino Coffee Company have an awesome class in Fairfax, California that will teach you everything you need to know! Don’t worry, any method of roasting coffee won’t cost you more than $40! Through Dan’s Roast Your Own Coffee AirBNB experience, you can learn all the tricks of the trade.

Do you want wide, open skies and mountains that put even New Zealand to shame? Move Montana to the top of your must-go places. Why, you may ask? Because it will be one of the most serene experiences you’ll ever have…

Personally, I always thought the only thing good about Idaho was the potatoes. After teaching Josh about the license plate game, however, I noticed something interesting about Idaho's: Beneath the letters and numbers for Idaho’s license plate, it very clearly states, “Famous Potatoes,” just as I thought. Above the letters, however, a little word is painted in cursive about the Idaho identifier: Scenic.

What would you do if ghosts told you to never stop adding on to your house? What if your life depended on following their orders? In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, Sarah Pardee Winchester faced those very questions. The result of her fear has captured skeptics, believers, and tourists alike in the enigmatic presence that has become the Winchester Mystery House.

Hidden inside of New Zealand’s South Island lies the majestic and dramatic landscapes of Milford Sound.

Few who witness its glory leave unchanged. You can never catch Milford on a bad day, either; gloomy weather only enhances the jagged carvings of the mountainside.

Over 3,000 glaciers rest on New Zealand’s South Island, but the Franz Josef holds its own as the most inspiring. A hike on its walls is on most people’s “NZ Must Do” list, and missing the experience is regrettable.

Known for its extensive and interactive aquarium on the iconic Cannery Row, Monterey has a steady supply of options for all travelers, from whale watching to the eye-opening 17-Mile Drive.But what is a pit stop without good grub?If you're in town and your stomach starts to grumble, the following restaurants will satisfy your every craving:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to wield Aragorn’s sword as you wandered through the fields of Edoras? Would you love to be surrounded by the mountains that cradle the horse-fueled land of Rohan? Or to prop your feet with a glass of champagne and a picnic as you gaze at some of the finest scenery in Middle-earth?

The Browns stayed one night before abandoning their home. According to legend, the tin made loud noises with the fluctuating temperatures, and the result wasn’t ideal.

Unable to sleep as much as they thought, they left the house to become an icon.

There’s a reason people call New Zealand “The Adventure Capital of the World.”It tends to include constantly facing death at any given point. From getting lost in “the bush” for days at a time to jumping off the top of a building just because, here's five things any adventure seeker won’t want to miss out on in New Zealand: