Things to do in Monterey & Carmel
Popular picks: Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium · Explore Cannery Row · Take a whale watching tour · Hike in Point Lobos State Natural Reserve · Stroll along Carmel Beach · Tour the historic Carmel Mission · Drive the 17-Mile Drive · Visit the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History · Enjoy wine tasting in Carmel Valley · Explore the Dennis the Menace Park · Play golf at Pebble Beach · Visit the Monterey Museum of Art · Attend the Monterey Jazz Festival · Go biking along the coastline · Take a scenic drive along Highway 1
Monterey State Historic ParkFree4.7Explore early California history across preserved adobe buildings and scenic gardens.
Natural Bridges State Beach$4.7Iconic oceanfront park famous for natural rock arches and monarch butterflies
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History$4.7Explore Central Coast biodiversity and regional natural history in Pacific Grove
Pinnacles National ParkFree4.7Explore dramatic rock spires, talus caves, and rare California condors.
Cannery Row$4.6Historic waterfront street in Monterey featuring ocean views, dining, and shops.
Carmel Chamber of CommerceFree4.6Your essential hub for local information, maps, and insider advice in Carmel
Carmel Mission Basilica$4.6Historic 1771 Spanish mission with peaceful courtyard gardens and museum artifacts
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course$$4.6Scenic 18-hole resort golf course set in sunny Carmel Valley
Carmel Valley Ranch Spa$$$4.6A serene treetop wellness sanctuary offering herbal treatments in Carmel Valley
Fort Ord Dunes State ParkFree4.6Sweeping coastal sand dunes and paved trails along scenic Monterey Bay
Jacks Peak ParkFree4.6Scenic hilltop preserve offering hiking trails and panoramic coastal views
Monterey Bay Aquarium$$4.6A world class ocean aquarium located along historic Cannery Row.
Monterey County Convention Center$$4.6Sleek and spacious event venue in the heart of downtown Monterey.
Monterey State BeachFree4.6Scenic stretch of sandy oceanfront ideal for beachcombing, fishing, and sunsets.
Pfeiffer BeachFree4.6Discover purple sand and iconic rock formations along Big Sur's coastline
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk$$4.6Classic oceanfront amusement park offering rides, games, and classic seaside treats
Carmel Plaza$4.5An elegant open air shopping destination in Carmel by the Sea
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research InstituteFree4.5Leading oceanographic research center advancing deep sea exploration and marine technology
Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum$4.5Discover the rich agricultural heritage and historic buildings of Salinas Valley.
Monterey Wharf$4.5Explore historic coastal sights and delicious seafood at Old Fisherman's Wharf.
Carmel Valley Farmers MarketFree4.4Fresh local produce and artisanal treats in sunny Carmel Valley
Monterey Museum of ArtFree4.4Discover vibrant California art and regional culture in downtown Monterey
Monterey Peninsula CollegeFree4.4Scenic public community college campus in the heart of coastal Monterey
Monterey Pines Golf Course$$4.4An affordable public golf course offering high quality play in Monterey
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