Things to do in Monterey

Top activities in Monterey

Recommended by 86% of Travelers

Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour

By Gray Line San Francisco

Cruise along California's spectacular coastline on a relaxing day trip from San Francisco. You'll follow Highway 1 to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula and

Recommended by 84% of Travelers

Monterey & Carmel-by-the-Sea Explorer

By Extranomical Tours

The experiences you’ll have on tour from San Francisco to Monterey, Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea are extraordinary – starting with the Pacific

3-Day Private Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail Backpacking Trip

By Adventure Out

Descend from foggy wooded hills, through old-growth groves of redwood, and onto sun-drenched strips of sandy beach on this epic backpacking trip on

Recommended by 94% of Travelers

California Coastline: Monterey & Carmel

By Tower Tours

Cruise along roads flanked by dramatic rock formations and pounding surf as you travel down the coast in a comfortable coach. Roll by championship golf

Recommended by 76% of Travelers

Monterey & Carmel Day Trip

By See USA Tours

Cruise along the sandy shores of the Pacific Ocean as you explore the spectacular sights around Carmel and Monterey on this all-encompassing day trip. With an

Recommended by 88% of Travelers

Sunset Dinner Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

See Monterey Bay at its finest while the varied colors of the sunset accent your evening cruise on a stunning yacht. With the wind in the sails, drift along

Private Sunset Dinner Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

Savor a 4-course meal as you witness a spectacular West Coast sunset from aboard a private yacht. Cruise along the coast of Monterey Bay, watching dolphins

5-Days California Dreaming Excursion

By Get America Tours

California is filled with must-see cities, sights, and sounds, from its northern border all the way south. Discover the many highlights of the Golden State

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Self-Drive Excursion in a Convertible California Roadster

By Sea Car Tours

Fall madly in love with Monterey during a self-drive excursion in a compact electric car. Slide behind the wheel of a zippy convertible and travel to the

Winter Whale Watch

By Discovery Whale Watch

Monterey Bay is the premier destination for whale watching all year! We see whales every day here in Monterey. Our daily whale watch trips are narrated by a

3-Day Tour San Francisco to Los Angeles Pacific Coast

By Incredible Adventures Inc.

Journey down the extraordinary Pacific Coast on this immersive 3-day tour that takes you to some of California's most charming cities. DAY 1 - San Francisco

3-Day California Coast Excursion

By Get America Tours

Spend 3 days discovering the postcard-worthy coastal scenery along California's coast during a bus tour that takes you all the way from Los Angeles up to San

Recommended by 94% of Travelers

4 Hour Summer Whale Watch

By Discovery Whale Watch

Look for whales as they spend time in the waters of the Pacific Ocean off of California on this half-day whale watching cruise from Monterey. Your naturalist

3-Day Coastal Tour from Los Angeles to San Francisco

By Incredible Adventures Inc.

Embark on an epic excursion up the golden California coast, witnessing gorgeous oceanside cities and charming small towns along the way. Day 1 - Los Angeles

Recommended by 72% of Travelers

Scenic Movie Tour (includes 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach)

By Monterey Bay Scenic Tours

In the comfort of a custom-built tour bus, you are taken to scenic locations where Hollywood has forever captured the beauty of the area on film. Ride in a

Recommended by 88% of Travelers

Redwood Forest Steam Train Adventure

By Roaring Camp Railroads

Live a piece of California’s history and see captivating 1,500-year-old, 250-foot-tall redwood trees on a vintage steam train ride up to Bear Mountain.

Recommended by 90% of Travelers

Santa Cruz Beach Train Adventure

By Roaring Camp Railroads

Board a vintage 1900s Pullman train for captivating views of 1500-year-old, 250-foot-tall redwoods and the lively Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Explore outdoor

Recommended by 94% of Travelers

San Francisco CityPASS: 5 Attractions at 1 Great Price

By CityPASS

San Francisco CityPASS® tickets include prepaid admission to San Francisco’s top attractions at significant savings off the price of the same tickets

Recommended by 88% of Travelers

Coast Tour to Santa Barbara, Solvang & Hearst Castle

By Empire Vacations

Spend a day exploring the cities and landmarks of the California coast on this guided excursion to sunny Santa Barbara, charming Solvang, and the opulent

Recommended by 94% of Travelers

Beginner Surfing Lessons - San Francisco (Pacifica Beach)

By Adventure Out

Hit the beach for an introduction to the killer swells and radical breaks off California’s coast. Choose a 1- or 2-day excursion to learn how paddle out to

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Beginner Rock Climbing Lesson

By Adventure Out

Get a foothold in the adventurous world of rock climbing as you learn to ascend granite cliffs with chalky hands just north of San Francisco. With an

Beginner Mountain Biking Lesson

By Adventure Out

Grip the handlebars of a rugged mountain bike and learn how to charge down dirt paths, up steep hills, and around challenging obstacles. This all-encompassing

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Wilderness Survival Skills Clinic

By Adventure Out

Discover the secrets of making it in the wild as you learn to make fires, build shelters, trap animals, and identify edible plants. This all-encompassing

Recommended by 96% of Travelers

1-Hour Sea Car Tour

By Sea Car Tours

Hop behind the handlebars of a quirky ride and zoom off to explore the most notable sights and landmarks of Monterey. With pre-planned routes to follow and

Recommended by 88% of Travelers

2-Hour Sea Car Tour

By Sea Car Tours

Zip and zoom around Monterey on a curious 3-wheeled contraption, checking out historic sites and snapping photos of memorable views along the way. With a

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

3-Hour Sea Car Tour

By Sea Car Tours

Hop behind the handlebars of a quirky 3-wheeled Sea Car and explore the coastal curiosities and historic sights scattered around Monterey. With a pre-planned

Recommended by 72% of Travelers

Chartered Monterey Bay Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

Hop aboard a spacious sailboat and set a course around the calm waters of Monterey Bay. Scope out local marine life including sea lions and otters, snap

Private Chartered Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

Navigate through the azure waters of Monterey Bay aboard a luxurious private yacht. As the boat cuts through the water, powered by its wind filled sails, scan

Private Memorial Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

Raise the sails and cruise out into the deep blue waters of Monterey Bay to spend a few moments in quiet reflection and pay your final respects to cherished

Private Wedding Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

Spend your special day cruising through the blue waters of Monterey Bay, exchanging vows with crashing waves as your soundtrack and attentive sea lions as

Recommended by 90% of Travelers

Chartered Sunset Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

Raise the sails and chase the sun as it sinks below the dark blue horizon of the Pacific Ocean on this sunset cruise through Monterey Bay. Snap photos of the

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Private Sunset Cruise

By Monterey Bay Sailing

Watch the sun set over Monterey Bay with a private, scenic cruise on a fully-equipped yacht. Enjoy an afternoon of delight as your professional skipper guides

Self-Drive Monterey Bay & Pebble Beach Tour in an Electric Convertible

By Sea Car Tours

Turn the Monterey Bay region into your playground on an adventure that puts you behind the wheel of a compact electric car. Tool around town in Monterey,

Recommended by 96% of Travelers

Total Yosemite Experience from San Jose

By Extranomical Tours

The Yosemite National Park tour from San Jose is an experience that will leave a memorable impression for people of all ages. The Giant Sequoias have

MetroDemic Scavenger Hunt in San Jose

By KurioCity Games, LLC

San Jose is being ravaged by a nasty epidemic that only your small team can stop! In this outdoor game, you’ll have 90-minutes to save as many souls as

Recommended by 20% of Travelers

Beginner Surfing Lessons - Santa Cruz

By Adventure Out

Hit the beach for an introduction to the killer swells and radical breaks off California’s coast. Choose a 1- or 2-day excursion to learn how paddle out to

Operation City Quest of San Jose, CA

By Operation City Quest Tours

Using your smartphone, you'll be given nearly 150 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. You'll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for

1 Hour Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

By Monterey Bay Sailing

You will sail about 2 miles on the Monterey Bay during your 1-hour cruise. We often see sea otters, sea lions, jelly fish, sunfish, dolphins, harbor seals and

Recommended by 92% of Travelers

Hydrobike Day Ride on Scenic Alamitos Bay

By Long Beach Waterbikes

If you like riding bicycles, you'll love Hydrobiking! Scenic Naples Island in Alamitos Bay is tucked away at the southernmost point of LA county. There's no

Recommended by 90% of Travelers

Yosemite One Day - Half Dome and El Capitan 4 Hours in Park

By California Pacific Excursions

Yosemite One Day Trip. Take this opportunity to see one of America's most unique National Parks, located 4 hours south east of San Francisco. Comfortable and

Yosemite One Way from San Francisco by Train and Bus

By California Pacific Excursions

Getting to Yosemite by train and bus is a relaxing experience. On the train you can take a nap, have a snack, walk around and see the countryside through

Tastings at 400+ West Coast Wineries (Priority Wine Pass)

By Priority Wine Pass

We are a winetasting pass that is partnered with 400 wineries on the West Coast and is good for 365 days from date of purchase THE WINERIES we work with:

Recommended by 86% of Travelers

Whale Watching Monterey Bay Tour

By Sea Goddess Whale Watching

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of

South Sierra Spring Mushroom Adventure and Cooking Demo

By Forage SF

Join Todd Spanier, the “king of mushrooms,” for a foraging adventure in the breathtaking Sierra National Forest in Madera County (app 3.5 hours from SF).

Monterey & Carmel Tour with 17-Mile Drive

By Skyline Sightseeing

Our route takes you south on Highway No 1 through the beach town of Santa Cruz* and features one spectacular view after another. Following a morning of

Vacation Photographer in Salinas

By Localgrapher

Book a private professional photographer for a family trip, destination wedding, secret proposal or just a great day. Prices start at 8.33 USD per

Mystery Thrill Seekers - Cambria

By Mystery Thrill Seekers

Fun, Interactive game played on location with your smart phone. Your mission is to work together to solve puzzles, unlock clues and solve who dunnit. As you

Mystery Thrill Seekers - Monterey

By Mystery Thrill Seekers

Fun, Interactive game played on location with your smart phone. Your mission is to work together to solve puzzles, unlock clues and solve who dunnit. As you

Passport to Santa Clara Valley Cabernet Experience

By California Passport Tours

With this tour will focus your tasting on Cabernet wines at four wineries. To get a deeper knowledge you will enjoy a guided winery tour or a vineyard walk

Taste of Italy On Santa Clara Wine Trail

By California Passport Tours

Delight in Italian-inspired wines of the Santa Clara Valley on this 5-hour wine tasting tour, including transport. Journey to four wineries along the Santa

Guided Nature Walk and Wine Tasting in Morgan Hill

By California Passport Tours

Enjoy a guided walk with a knowledgeable, long-term resident of Morgan Hill visiting Henry W. Coe State Park followed by picnic lunch, and private wine

Vacation Photographer in Monterey Bay

By Localgrapher

Book a private professional photographer for a family trip, destination wedding, secret proposal or just a great day. Prices start at 8.33 USD per

Recommended by 60% of Travelers

Scenic 17-Mile Self Drive Audio Guide (Monterey & Carmel)

By Action Tour Guide

Welcome to the “17-mile Drive”, a driving tour around Monterey and Pebble Beach, south of San Francisco. 17-Mile Drive is one of the most famous scenic

Recommended by 92% of Travelers

Monterey Bay Aquarium - Ticket Only

By Gray Line - San Francisco

Visit the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium! Today, more than 30 years after opening, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a showcase for the habitats and sea life

California Big Sur Self Guided Driving Tour

By Action Tour Guide

Welcome to Big Sur This stunning drive in California is the most scenic stretch of the famous Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1) road trip. Are you ready to

Private Tour to Monterey, 17-Mile Drive, Carmel, and Gilroy

By A Taste of SF Tours Inc.

A Taste of San Francisco Tour Co is dedicated to providing a genuine fun educational experience for its guests with small groups which provides opportunity to

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Things to do in Monterey

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Carmel Beach

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Carmel

Carmel Beach

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Lovers Point

Monterey

Monterey

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History

Lovers Point

17-Mile Drive

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Asilomar State Beach

Carmel Beach

Carmel

Monterey

Monterey

Monterey

National Steinbeck Center

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Monterey

National Steinbeck Center

17-Mile Drive

17-Mile Drive

17-Mile Drive

17-Mile Drive

Monterey

Peninsula Recreational Trail

Peninsula Recreational Trail

Peninsula Recreational Trail

Monterey

Fisherman's Wharf

Dennis the Menace Park

Monterey

Fisherman's Wharf

Colton Hall Museum

Dennis the Menace Park

Dennis the Menace Park

Monterey Bay Aquarium

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Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo

Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

Monterey Bay Aquarium

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

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Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo

Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo

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Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo

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Monterey

Peninsula Recreational Trail

Del Monte Beach

Peninsula Recreational Trail

Peninsula Recreational Trail

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Del Monte Beach

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Monterey State Historic Park

Monterey State Historic Park

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Lovers Point

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