Things To Do

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

The Point Lobos hike is a network of well-maintained hiking trails along the coast. This Point Lobos trail is a great way to see the reserve as a whole and not just bits and pieces if you were to bounce around from trail to trail.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve

One of the best places to rent a kayak and experience the Pacific Ocean with high chances of seeing cute sea otters!

17 Mile Drive

17-Mile Drive is a scenic road through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove on the Monterey Peninsula in California, much of which hugs the Pacific coastline and passes famous golf courses, mansions and scenic attractions, including the Lone Cypress, Bird Rock and the 5,300-acre Del Monte Forest of Monterey Cypress trees.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Frolicking sea otters, fast-swimming sharks, pulsating jellies and waddling penguins — world-class exhibits and breathtaking scenery instill a love of the ocean in all kinds of visitors.

Adventures By The Sea Cannery Row Family Center

They offer kayak and bike rentals and tours, family bike (or surrey) rentals, and standup paddle board rentals and lessons! Whatever your activity, they have the equipment for you!

Folktale Winery & Vineyards

Monterey Bay Whale Watch

Marine biologists lead year-round boat tours to observe whales, dolphins & other marine wildlife.

Pacific Grove Golf Links

Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Links is a public 18-hole golf course owned by the city of Pacific Grove, California.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach.

Marianne's Ice Cream

Hands down, the best ice cream EVER. We highly recommend the 1020 or Heaven flavor!

Old Fishermen's Grotto

Clam chowder is a staple in Monterey. Have a world famous bread bowl on the wharf and sit seaside and we dare you to find a seal bathing in the sun.

West Cliff Drive

Gorgeous coastal walk that is Claire's personal favorite escape from the hustle of San Jose. It's a prime location to see professional surfers and the occasional dolphin pod.