Outdoor Activities
Top Things to Do in Monterey, California
Monterey Whale Watching
Attraction Details
- Attraction Details
Address
Monterey Bay Whale Watch,
84 Fisherman's Wharf #1,
Monterey, California, 93940
Distance from Hotel: 1.6 milesPhone
- Hours
- Summer and Fall - 9 AM and 2 PM trips.
- Winter and Spring - 10 AM and 1:30 PM trip
- Prices
- $40 for adults
- $27 for children (4 -12 years of age)
- $15 for children aged three and below
- Prices may vary, please confirm with Whale Watching Company.
- Events
- Winter and Spring Trips
- Early Riser Specials
- Activities
- Junior Marine Biologist Program
- Sightseeing
- Boating the Monterey Coastline
Discover Monterey Wine Country
Monterey County is one of California's top wine regions producing 53 incredible varietals. With picturesque scenery, the Monterey County Wine Country is home to unique wineries and sample tasting rooms in Downtown Monterey, Cannery Row, and River Road Wine Trail Reserve.
Attraction Details
- Attraction Details
Address
A Taste of Monterey - Wine Market & Bistro,
700 Cannery Row Ste KK 2nd Fl,
Monterey, California, 93940
Distance from Hotel: 2.3 milesPhone
- Wineries in the area
- Paraiso Vineyards - 38060 Paraiso Springs Road, Soledad CA 93960
- A Taste of Monterey - 700 Cannery Row, Ste. KK, Monterey CA 93940
- Bargetto Winery - 700-G Cannery Row, Monterey CA 93940
- Bernardus Winery - 5 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley CA 93924
- Carmel Ridge Winery - 700 Cannery Row, Monterey CA 93940
- Carmel Road Winery - 37300 Doud Road, Drawer D, Soledad CA 93960
- Chateau Sinnet - 13780 Center St, Carmel Valley CA 93924
- Cowgirl Winery - 25 Pilot Rd, Carmel Valley CA 93924
- Dawn's Dream Winery - NW 7th and San Carlos, Carmel CA 93921
- De Tierra Vineyards - 3 SE Mission St And 5th Ave, Carmel CA 93921
- Galante Vineyards - Ocean Ave & 7th Ave, Carmel CA 93922
- Georis Winery - 1 Pilot Road, Carmel Valley CA 93924
- Hahn Family Wines - 37700 Foothill Road, Soledad CA 93960
- Heller Estate - 69 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley CA 93924
- Joullian Vineyards - 2 Village Dr., Suite A, Carmel Valley CA 93924
- McIntyre Vineyards - 169 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel CA 93923
- Michaud Vineyard - 14598 Big Basin Way, Saratoga CA 95070
- Pessagno Winery - 1645 River Road, Salinas CA 93908
- Pierce Ranch Vineyards - 499 Wave St, Monterey CA 93940
- Scheid Vineyards - 1972 Hobson Avenue, Greenfield CA 93927
- Talbott Vineyards - 25 Pilot Rd, Carmel Valley CA 93924
- Taste Morgan - 204 Crossroads Boulevard, Carmel CA 93923
- Wrath Tasting Room - Ocean Ave and Mission St Carmel Plz Courtyard Level 1B, Carmel CA 93923
Biking
Spend a day taking in the sights from a bike lane or off-road trail. Enjoy the fresh air, sunshine, and views while you hop on a bike to explore Monterey. Stop for a bite to eat at Fisherman's Wharf, visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, and take a scenic ride on 17-Mile Drive. Rent bikes from Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail
Attraction Details
- Attraction Details
Address
Monterey Bay Coastal Trail,
Monterey, California,
Distance from Hotel: 1.7 milesPhone
Hiking
Head out on a hike on back roads, byways, and trails to experience the breathtaking scenery in Monterey County. Plan a day trip to Point Lobos State Reserve or Garland Park in Carmel Valley and stroll through dense forests to open meadows and coastal trails.
Attraction Details
- Attraction Details
Address
419 Webster Street,
Monterey, California, 93940
Distance from Hotel: 0.8 milePhone
Boating
Whether you want a short sail out on the bay, experience romantic sunset cruises, or private charters, Monterey Bay has it all. Spend an afternoon sailing to see Monterey Bay from the water or enjoy watching whales, sea otters, and California sea lions.
Attraction Details
- Attraction Details
Address
Sail Monterey, 78 Old Fisherman's Wharf,
Monterey, California, 93940
Distance from Hotel: 1.4 milesPhone
Website
Golf Courses in Monterey County
The Monterey Peninsula is an iconic golfing destination with picturesque coastal views. It is home to championship golf courses like Pebble Beach Golf Links, Laguna Seca Golf Ranch, and Del Monte Golf Course. Are you ready to play?
Attraction Details
- Location
Monterey
- Del Monte Golf Course
- Laguna Seca Golf Ranch
- Monterey Pines Golf Course
- Nicklaus Club - Monterey
Salinas
- Corral De Tierra Country Club
- Pajaro Valley Golf Club
- Salinas Fairways Golf Course
- Salinas Golf & Country Club
Carmel
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Preserve Golf Club
- Quail Lodge Golf Club
- Rancho Canada Golf Club
- East Course
- Rancho Canada Golf Club
- West Course
- Tehama Golf Club
Seaside
- Bayonet Golf Course
- Black Horse Golf Course
Pebble Beach
- Cypress Point Club
- Monterey Peninsula Country Club, Dunes Course
- Monterey Peninsula Country Club, Shores Course
- Peter Hay Golf Course
- Poppy Hills Golf Course
- Spanish Bay Golf Course
- Spyglass Hill Golf Course
Beaches
Monterey County is home to central California's most pristine beaches with spectacular views. Some nearby beaches are Del Monte Beach, Carmel River State Beach, Lovers Point Beach, and Carmel Beach. Enjoy a day of watersports, like surfing, boating, fishing, and swimming.
State Parks in Monterey County
Monterey County's state parks are the perfect spots for capturing the beautiful sights of coastal California. Discover the diverse range of parks nearby like Los Padres National Forest and Fort Ord National Monument.
- Locations
State Parks & Reserves
- Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
- Fremont Peak State Park
- Garrapata State Park
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
- Monterey State Historic Park
- Moss Landing State Wildlife Area
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
National Parks, Forests & Sanctuaries
- Fort Ord National Monument
- Los Padres National Forest
- Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
- Pinnacles National Park
- Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Enjoy paddle boarding on stunning Monterey Bay. Paddle through the kelp forest along the Pacific Grove shoreline and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Get a great workout while enjoying the views and marine life, including sea otters and whales. Rent paddle boards and kayaks and get lessons at one of the local companies like Monterey Bay Kayaks or Adventures by the Sea.
Monterey Film Locations
- Location
17 Mile Drive
- The Miracle Man
- See America First
Big Sur
- I Melt With You
- Poetic Justice
- The Limey
- Junior
- Escape to Witch Mountain
- Zandy's Bride
- Doctor Doolittle
- Incubus
- The Sandpiper
- One-Eyed Jacks
- Green Dolphin Street
- Suspicion
Cannery Row
- Tiger Shark
Carmel
- I Melt With You
- Poetic Justice
- The Limey
- Junior
- Escape to Witch Mountain
- Zandy's Bride
- Doctor Doolittle
- Incubus
- The Sandpiper
- One-Eyed Jacks
- Green Dolphin Street
- Suspicion
Seaside
- Soldier in the Rain
- The Girl He Left Behind
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
- Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo
- The Love Bug
Scenic Movie Tour of Monterey