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Make the Monterey coast day yours

The Monterey coast offers several different kinds of day. Choose an aquarium visit, an easy waterfront walk, Carmel’s village and beach, or a longer scenic outing. Tell us what matters most and how much time you have; we will plan transportation around the places you select.

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Monterey and Pacific Grove

Cannery Row, Monterey

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Spend time with the region’s marine life and exhibits. Advance tickets are recommended; check hours and last entry for your date.

Monterey

Cannery Row

Explore a historic waterfront district with restaurants, shops, and the aquarium nearby.

Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove shoreline

Choose a coastal walk around Lovers Point or Asilomar State Beach, with beaches and ocean views along the way.

Pacific Grove

Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary

A seasonal nature stop; butterfly presence varies through the year, so check local conditions before planning around it.

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Carmel and the scenic coast

Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel-by-the-Sea village and beach

Take a slower walk among galleries, shops, and restaurants, or make time for Carmel Beach.

Pebble Beach

17-Mile Drive and Pebble Beach

Enjoy coastal scenery and viewpoints along the drive; entry rules, hours, and event access can vary by date.

South of Carmel

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

Choose coastal trails and coves for a nature-focused stop. Access, parking, and vehicle rules should be confirmed for the planned outing.

South of Carmel

Big Sur viewpoints

Consider a longer southbound coastal outing when Highway 1 is open and conditions, daylight, and available time fit the plan.

Pick a coastal cluster

Start with the aquarium and Monterey waterfront, a slower Carmel visit, or a longer Big Sur outing. Choose the places you’re most interested in, and we’ll help work out what fits comfortably into your day.

Plan around access and timing

Share your date, pickup and final destination, party size, preferred pace, walking needs, and any ticket or meal times. Guests arrange aquarium tickets and other venue reservations directly. We’ll confirm suitable access for a Point Lobos visit and check road conditions when planning a Big Sur outing.

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