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For unforgettable coastal scenery, great beaches, and excellent whale watching, Monterey and Carmel are south-central California standouts. These small, history-laden towns sit on a peninsula that presents some of the state’s most iconic beaches and shorelines. Monterey is centered on its historic harbor and the old sardine Cannery Row made famous by writer John Steinbeck. Carmel is a Spanish colonial mission village dating to 1771 that has gained renown as a charming beach town and artists’ enclave. Seventeen miles of coastal trail to explore on an e-bike or in a fun GPS-guided Sea Car, and many galleries, eateries, wineries, and unique adventures await the traveler in Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea.

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Things To Do In Monterey & Carmel
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
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Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Keep an eye out for sea lions, deer, harbor seals, and tide pools along this immersive coastal adventure. Explore the world-famous 17-Mile Drive on an...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$59
$58
Whale Watching Tour From Monterey
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Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

Embark on a 4-hour whale watching tour. All trips are narrated by a naturalist or marine biologist guide, who will also spend one on one...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$75
$74
Monterey Whale Watching Tour
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Monterey Whale Watching Tour

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and...

2 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
2 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
2 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$70
$69
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour
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Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

The El Cat, built right here in Moss Landing, is a fully electric, 32 passenger, Coast Guard-certified vessel. This is a custom 37’ catamaran built...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$45
$44
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$46
$45
Ultimate Monterey Bay, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour
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Ultimate Monterey Bay, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

Monterey GoCar Tour: See it all from 1 to 3 hours. IF BOOKING MORE THAN ONE CAR MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS. Zip past traffic and dive...

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1 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
1 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$99
$98
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey
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Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind...

1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$65
$64
Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours
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Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the eerie streets of Monterey with our captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an experienced local guide and haunted...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$25
4 hour Electric Bike Rental on 17 Mile Drive
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4 hour Electric Bike Rental on 17 Mile Drive

Our powerful eBikes will let you climb the steep hills of Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea with ease! With over 40 miles of scenic coastline to...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
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Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour
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Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour

You will coast from our downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea bike shop directly down to Carmel Beach to romp on the beach with your furry friend! Then ride...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$129
Carmel-by-the-Sea 2.5-3 Hour Electric Bike Tour
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Carmel-by-the-Sea 2.5-3 Hour Electric Bike Tour

From fairy-tale cottages nestled in the trees to millionaire mansions along the beach, the charm and beauty of Carmel-by-the-Sea is unparalleled. While we take in...

150 to 180 minutes • Free Cancellation
150 to 180 minutes • Free Cancellation
150 to 180 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$78
Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Are you looking for a way to see Carmel’s famous Comstock Cottages without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable...

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30 to 60 minutes
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Touring guide on wheels
Ultimate Monterey Bay, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour
jennifersE1059CG, Jul 2026
Touring guide on wheels
Very worth it to check out Monterey. So many spots we did not know about.
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FUN AND UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
2-Hour Monterey and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour
R9594FGaprild, Jul 2026
FUN AND UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
I can’t say enough good things about it because it is that good! So worth and 10/10 would highly recommend and we’d do it all over again!
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Whale Watch experience
Whale Watching Tour From Monterey
jacquelinebW6113CR, Jul 2026
Whale Watch experience
Discovery Whale Watch go the extra mile to make sure you see whales. Friendly staff great experience
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Great way to learn about and enjoy the whales
Whale Watching Tour From Monterey
Kristi_B, Jul 2026
Great way to learn about and enjoy the whales
It takes about an hour to get to the deep water where the whales feed (and then a hour back). That allows an hour watching these great humpback whales. The Captain continually positioned the vessel as the whales positions changed. While watching the whales, we learned quite a lot about them from the guide. There was plenty of room on the vessel for guests to enjoy the whales in their environment. Bring a windbreaker and headband. Recommended!
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Fun morning trip down the slough
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour
jolinec57, Jul 2026
Fun morning trip down the slough
Great trip. Calm water with plenty of space on the beautiful boat. Saw lots of wildlife- otters, seals, brown pelicans, egrets, etc. we enjoyed the naturalist and the captain who are knowledgeable and experienced. Great experience. Would do it again for sure
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Amazing wildlife experience.
Luxury 3‑Hour Whale Watching Experience
R4794UWdanielg, Jul 2026
Amazing wildlife experience.
Amazing experience with Enocean! First time seeing humpback whales up close (within 5 minutes of leaving the harbor) and it was magical!Slater and team have extensive knowledge about the wildlife and will guide you along the way to get the best photos and videos!
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Keel boat spectacular
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay
Catherine_M, Jul 2026
Keel boat spectacular
We got put on the smaller keel boat and it was AMAZING! Definitely ask for that! Our captain Paul was super chill and nice. We saw otters and seals but unfortunately it was too cloudy for a sunset. Paul had blankets which was nice too.
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Family drive
Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour
Ellen_T, Jul 2026
Family drive
This was nice additional to 17 mile ride. We were able to learn about each stop. My grandson enjoyed learning about why the seal lions gather on Seal rock. Also the view on 17 mile ride was beautiful.
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Great way to see Monterrey bay.
Monterey’s 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Familytravelnut, Jul 2026
Great way to see Monterrey bay.
Great e-bike tour of Monterrey. Beautiful scenic ride. Saw seals and otters. Low key electric bike tour. Easy pace. Great guide, Kate. Had folks along with us had never done an e-bike tour. They had no problem learning about the bikes. Highly recommend.
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Rare & awesome experience!
Monterey Whale Watching Tour
Nicole_P, Jul 2026
Rare & awesome experience!
Best whale watching tour I've ever been on. We were very fortunate to see 2 pods of Orcas playing, jumping & spouting!
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Highly recommend!
Monterey Whale Watching Tour
Stephanie_A, Jul 2026
Highly recommend!
We went at 3:30 and were able to see quite a few humpback whales. Bring warm clothes. The naturalist and crew on the boat are knowledgeable and kind. We paid extra to go to the upper level and it was worth it. The lower level was really crowded and it was hard for my kid to see down there because of all of the adults hogging the view. The staff was extremely helpful despite being so busy. They actually pick up the phone if you call. And if you leave a message, they actually call you back.
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Fun ride with incredible views
Carmel-by-the-Sea 2.5-3 Hour Electric Bike Tour
iulia_s, Jul 2026
Fun ride with incredible views
Mitch was an excellent guide- showed us what makes Carmel special including a little bit for everyone- architecture, a bit of history, coastal views and tide pool for the kids and kids at heart
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Fantastic way to experience Monterey!
2-Hour Monterey and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour
Christine C, Jul 2026
Fantastic way to experience Monterey!
A great experience, loads of fun. The audio was informative and easy to understand, loads of history which made it more interesting than just driving past with no audio.
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A trip highlight!!!
Monterey’s 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
HTS2002, Jul 2026
A trip highlight!!!
A fun way to see sights along 27-Mile Drive, with several stops along the way. Zane was an awesome tour guide! Safety training, water bottles, snacks, helmets all provided. Wear a jacket - July was still quite chilly in the morning. Highly recommend this tour!!!
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Delicious
Carmel By the Sea Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes
BoardingPass209087, Jul 2026
Delicious
Wonderful experience, stopped at great spots, that embrace fresh food, farm to table, and authenticity to the area. Linda was wonderful tour guide, very knowledgeable to the area that adds to our experience. A great way to enjoy and start your adventure in Caramel.
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Fantastic!
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay
Lori_B, Jul 2026
Fantastic!
Very mellow and comfy We had blankets offered to us too We saw sea otters and sea lions also. We had a great time!
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