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Destination: Monterey and Carmel Destination: Monterey and Carmel RSS

By Stephanie Rosenbaum

Head down the coast from San Francisco and enjoy the local attractions, hotels and restaurants of the charming beach towns of Monterey and Carmel.
On This Page: What to Do, Where to Eat, Where to Stay

What to Do

What to Do
Craggy rocks, crashing waves or lolling harbor seals: See them up close at these local attractions.

  1. Point Lobos State Reserve

    Hwy 1, Carmel, CA
    Divers and hikers flock to this beautiful, pristine chunk of prime Central California coastline.

  2. Carmel Mission

    3080 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
    Walk along the white sands of Carmel Beach, then head inland to tour this historic old mission.

  3. Monterey Bay Aquarium

    886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
    Monterey's jewel is one of the country's largest aquariums.

  4. Monterey Bay Coast Trail

    Reservation Rd, Marina, CA
    Enjoy the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula coastline as you stroll along this 29-mile trail.

  5. 17-Mile Drive

    17 Mile Dr, Pebble Beach, CA
    Get an insider's look at this beautiful--and exclusive--section of the Monterey coastline.

Where to Eat

Where to Eat
If you're looking for tasty eats away from the Cannery Row crowds, use our guide to find great local restaurants.

  1. Red House Cafe

    662 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
    This cozy restaurant with a country-Victorian air offers tasty breakfast and lunch fare, with all-American dinners on weekends.

  2. Fishwife at Asilomar Beach

    1996 1/2 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA
    Family ambience and affordable seafood dishes with Caribbean flair along Pacific Grove's scenic coast.

  3. Flying Fish Grill

    Mission Street and Seventh Avenue, Carmel, CA
    This intimate seafood grill in downtown Carmel marries Japanese, Asian and California influences with delicious results.

  4. Passionfish

    701 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
    Sleek seafood shines at this sophisticated eatery in downtown Pacific Grove.

  5. Stokes Restaurant & Bar

    500 Hartnell St, Monterey, CA
    Mission-era ambience meets contemporary Californian cooking at this Monterey destination.

Where to Stay

Where to Stay
From Victorian splendor in Pacific Grove to pet-friendly charm in Carmel, find lodging that's right for you.

  1. The Centrella Inn

    612 Central Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
    An 19th-century house and a pretty cluster of garden cottages make up this Pacific Grove bed-and-breakfast.

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  2. Cypress Inn

    Lincoln Lane and 7th Avenue, Carmel, CA
    Relax in style at this Mediterranean villa in quaint downtown Carmel.

  3. The Lodge at Pebble Beach

    1700 17-Mile Dr, Pebble Beach, CA
    Pack your clubs--and your wallet--for a golfer's dream vacation at this luxury resort.

  4. Martine Inn

    255 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
    Wrap yourself in Victorian splendor at this antiques-filled inn overlooking Monterey Bay.

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  5. Spindrift Inn

    652 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
    This sumptuously appointed hotel has a prime beachfront location in the heart of Cannery Row.

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