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Monterey County

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Monterey County Travel Guide

Monterey County is a city in California, United States. It has many popular attractions, including California 1, 17 Mile Drive, Carmel-By-The-Sea, making it well worth a visit.
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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Monterey County? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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California 1

California 1

7.1
4.8/5494 Review
"Roads/Highways"
"Other Sightseeing Tours"
17 Mile Drive

17 Mile Drive

6.8
4.6/5224 Review
"Islands/Peninsulas"
"Seashores"
Carmel-By-The-Sea

Carmel-By-The-Sea

6.4
4.5/5304 Review
"Towns"
Monterey Bay Aquarium

Monterey Bay Aquarium

6.2
4.6/5187 Review
"Aquariums"
Monterey Bay

Monterey Bay

5.4
4.7/587 Review
"Aquariums"
"Seashores"
Old Fisherman's Wharf

Old Fisherman's Wharf

4.9
4.0/517 Review
"Popular Spots"
"Historical Sites"
Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach

4.7
4.8/514 Review
"Resorts"
"Golf Courses"
Big Sur

Big Sur

4.6
4.6/575 Review
"Seashores"
Carmel Beach

Carmel Beach

4.6
4.6/589 Review
"Surfing"
"Beaches"
Pebble Beach Golf Links

Pebble Beach Golf Links

3.8
4.7/514 Review
"Resorts"
"Popular Spots"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Monterey County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Sanctuary Beach Resort
The Olympia Lodge

The Olympia Lodge

3.9/5100 Review
Carriage House Inn

Carriage House Inn

4.7/543 Review
Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

4.7/587 Review
Carmel River Inn

Carmel River Inn

4.1/5102 Review
Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel

4.4/5100 Review
Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn

4.4/5102 Review

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Monterey County dishes and foodie spots.
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Edwin's Kaona Carmel

Edwin's Kaona Carmel

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"Asian Cuisine"
Albatross Ridge Winery & Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery & Kitchen

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"Bars/Bistros"
Albatross Ridge Tasting Cottage

Albatross Ridge Tasting Cottage

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"Bars/Bistros"
Covey Grill

Covey Grill

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"Western-style"
Shearwater Tavern

Shearwater Tavern

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"Bars/Bistros"
Tides Waterfront Kitchen

Tides Waterfront Kitchen

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"Seafood"
Nura Sushi & Island Grill

Nura Sushi & Island Grill

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"Seafood"
Pacific's Edge

Pacific's Edge

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Avg. USD43/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Cantinetta Luca

Cantinetta Luca

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Avg. USD31/person
"Asian Cuisine"
"Open Late"
Jacks Monterey

Jacks Monterey

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Avg. USD19/person
"Bars/Bistros"
Rockfish Harbor Grill

Rockfish Harbor Grill

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"Seafood"
Nepenthe

Nepenthe

4.0/55 Review
Avg. USD23/person
"Western-style"

Discover the Real Monterey County With a Local Expert

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Monterey Bay Aquarium
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A self-driving tour on California's Highway One
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Enchanting Escape to Big Sur
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Highway 1 'Love of Mountains and Seas' - One of the must-visit spots in life
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