A Day in Rolling Hills Estates, California

• Breakfast at The Bread Basket (8:00am)
  Start your day at The Bread Basket, a local bakery that offers freshly baked goods, sandwiches, and coffee. Try their signature breakfast sandwich with bacon, egg, and cheese on a croissant. The cozy ambiance and friendly service will get your day started right.
• Explore the South Coast Botanic Garden (10:00am)
  Take a stroll through the South Coast Botanic Garden, a 87-acre garden that features over 2,500 species of plants. The garden offers a variety of landscapes, including a Japanese garden, a desert garden, and a bird sanctuary. Don't forget to stop by the gift shop for souvenirs to take home.
• Lunch at The Yellow Vase (12:00pm)
  Enjoy lunch at The Yellow Vase, a charming cafe that offers a variety of gourmet sandwiches, salads, and pastries. Try their signature turkado sandwich with turkey, avocado, bacon, and chipotle aioli. The cafe also offers outdoor seating if you prefer a view of the rolling hills.
• Visit the Norris Theatre for the Arts (2:00pm)
  Catch a matinee performance at the Norris Theatre for the Arts, a state-of-the-art venue that offers a variety of shows, including musicals, plays, and concerts. The intimate theater allows for a close-up look at the performances and special effects.
• Happy Hour at the Depot (5:00pm)
  Unwind and relax at the Depot, a gastropub that offers a variety of craft beers and cocktails, as well as a creative menu of small plates and appetizers. Try their signature 'Depot burger' with onion rings and truffle fries, or their delicious charcuterie board.

Time and Cost Estimates

• The Bread Basket (1 hour, $10)
• South Coast Botanic Garden (2 hours, $15)
• The Yellow Vase (1 hour, $20)
• Norris Theatre for the Arts (3 hours, $60)
• The Depot (2 hours, $30)
Total Estimated Costs: $135

Transportation

Rolling Hills Estates is a small city, and most locations on this itinerary are within a few miles of each other which can be easily walked or use a bike-sharing app. However, renting a car is an option for those who prefer it. Estimated travel cost by car is $50, while walking or biking cost is free, plus you can appreciate more of the vegetation and scenery of the city. Travel time is less than 10 minutes by car but can take 30 minutes to 1 hour to enjoy and savor in the scenery on a bike

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Atherton Library or the Peninsula Center Library to check out a book or two. You can also visit the remains of the Dalmatian-American Club Firemen's Hall, or take a scenic drive on the Palos Verdes Drive highway. For those with less time, consider skipping lunch and opting for a quick snack at the South Coast Botanic Garden cafe, or narrowing down the activities to 2 or 3.