Brittany & Jose
Things To Do
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Must see!
17 Mile Drive
This is a scenic route from Monterey to Carmel or vis versa. You can start here or you can start from Carmel and go to Monterey. Look up “Carmel Gate” on Google Maps and it will take you to where to start in Carmel.
Fisherman’s Wharf
Good for restaurants and close to other attractions
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
Whale watching tours
Lovers Point
Take the “17 mile drive” it’s a scenic drive to lovers point.
Bixby Bridge
Iconic bridge going into Big Sur
Nepenthe
$$$ - lunch and dinner - very beautiful overlooks ocean. One of the Bride and Grooms favorite places!
Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn
Beautiful unique restaurant, good for breakfast and dinner. One of the Bride and Groom favorite places!
McWay Falls View Point
MUST DO! The hike is closed so this is just a pull off on the road but so beautiful!
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Beautiful restaurant overlooking ocean good for drinks and food. Sit outside! One of the Bride and Grooms favorite places.
Partington Cove Trailhead
Short somewhat steep, but amazing views! Go through a tunnel to a secluded rocky beach, multiple trails that are short and breath taking!
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Many hikes throughout. Beautiful waterfalls in the redwoods
Hearst Castle
~1.5-2 hr drive south. But highly recommend. It’s very interesting and beautiful!