Waterfront
Visit Waterfront
Tours & day trips
See all 71 activitiesOpens in new tabMonterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
History & culture
See all 30 activitiesOpens in new tabCarmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Adventure & outdoor
See all 11 activitiesOpens in new tabMonterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Water activities
See all 8 activitiesOpens in new tabMonterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 6 activitiesOpens in new tabCarmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
Popular places to visit
Colton Hall Museum
Find out about the early days of Californian state rules via the displays and guides in this historic 19th-century building.
Golden State Theatre
Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.
Maritime Museum
Follow the story of this fascinating area from the first inhabitants 6000 years ago, to the days of Cannery Row and beyond.
San Carlos Cathedral
Admire ecclesiastical relics on display in the heritage center to learn about this cathedral, which is California’s oldest stone building.
Monterey State Historic Park
Find out about California’s Spanish, Mexican and American past with a tour of this park’s restored historical houses and museums.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.