Monterey Vacations

Monterey, California is a coastal town just north of famous Big Sur. With a variety of fun activities, Monterey defines laid-back California culture and mod style. Monterey features the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which is dedicated to teaching and preserving marine life. Cannery Row, named in honor of the writer John Steinbeck, features local galleries, wine tasting, historic streets and breathtaking waterfront views. The Fisherman’s Wharf highlights this coastal fishing town, and offers deep-sea fishing and whale watching excursions. Monterey features a number of local parks, campsites, hiking areas and bike rides. Additionally, the area is home to McAbee Beach, an ideal exploration area for divers. Bird watchers can enjoy Carmel River State Beach, known for rare bird sightings, and surfers can enjoy catching waves at Asilomar State Beach and Moss Landing State Beach. The Point Pinos Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in continuous operation on the West Coast. Highway 1, which runs through Monterey, is California’s first scenic highway, established in 1965. Passing by soaring cliffs, stunning canyons, fields of wildflowers, Bixby Bridge and soaring more than 260 feet above the Pacific Ocean, this scenic route is a memorable adventure for locals and guests alike.