October 31, 2026
Monterey, CA
Things To Do
There are lots of places to go, things to see, and places to eat in Monterey. Here, we've listed some of our favorite places in the area that you might want to check out on your trip.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
If you've never been to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, we highly recommend making a stop here! Tickets are $65 for adults, $50 for youths and seniors, and children four and under are free.
Ad Astra Bread Co.
479 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
They have the BEST cinnamon rolls! The bread and other pastries are also incredible.
Alvarado Street Brewery
426 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
The brewery that put Monterey on the craft beer map. They also have a great menu of upscale pub fare.
Other Brother Beer Co.
877 Broadway Avenue, Seaside, CA 93955
Lowkey, good food, good beer.
Old Fisherman's Wharf
1 Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940
A Monterey classic with tasty seafood restaurants and gift shops. Grab a garlic toasted breadbowl of Phylicia's favorite clam chowder at Old Fisherman's Grotto.
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
If you're looking for a place to hike and marvel at the beauty of the coast, this is your stop.
For all the days along the way