Monterey Bay Region
At the crossroads of Central Coast and the San Francisco Bay area, the Monterey Bay makes a perfect end to the Original Road Trip. Here you’ll discover towering sea cliffs and fog-cloaked redwood forests in Big Sur, a ballet of ever-shifting sand dunes in Fort Ord National Monument, and maybe even a rare California condor among the ancient volcanic formations at Pinnacles National Park.
Linger a while to visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey’s historical waterfront, which preserves a bit of the colorful waterfront life John Steinbeck vividly portrayed in the novel Cannery Row. Head to Carmel-by-the-Sea, where a small village feel provides a welcoming haven for a rich arts scene. Farther north, spice up your trip and stop by Gilroy, the Garlic Capital of the World. And visit bohemian Santa Cruz, famous for its vintage seaside amusement park and its reputation as the birthplace of mainland surfing in the U.S.

Visit Santa Cruz County
Experience the quintessential California vacation in Santa Cruz County!
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VISIT CARMEL INFO AND VISITOR CENTER
Experience what Carmel has to offer – the beach, food, wine, culture and more!
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Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Monterey County is the greatest meeting of land and sea on the Pacific Coast of USA.
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Visit Gilroy
Discover great garlicky food, award-winning wineries, family fun, and more in the “Garlic Capital of the World.”
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San Benito County
The San Benito County Chamber and Visitors Bureau invites you to explore our unique corner of the world.
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San Juan Bautista
Alive with authentic California History, surrounded by nature and today's amenities.
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Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner. Hug the Coast.
Best Western Seacliff Inn
Minutes from the beach, full service hotel, complimentary hot breakfast buffet!
Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Largest ancient coast redwoods forest south of San Francisco.
Big Sur Lodge
Picture a relaxing getaway in a lovely lodge setting surrounded by beauty of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.
Cannery Row
Historic Cannery Row is Monterey California's premiere destination for great hotels, shopping, dining, family fun and nightlife. Plan your visit today!
Carmel Inn and Suites
Within walking distance to world famous beaches, restaurants, and shops.
Carmel Lamp Lighter Inn & Sunset Suites
Carmel Lamp Lighter Inn is just steps to the famous Carmel Beach.
Casa de Fruta
Discover Casa de Fruta, a family tradition and home of the sweetest, freshest variety of fruit anywhere on earth.
Colonial Terrace
Opened in 1925, the Colonial Terrace offers a collection of 26 unique guest rooms and suites in an ideal location.
Cypress Inn
Walk into the casual elegance of the Cypress Inn. Carmel's landmark hotel.
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
Discover over 40 rides and attractions at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park…where fun grows on trees!
Guglielmo Winery
Family tradition of producing award-winning premium varietal wine from the now more than 100 acres of Santa Clara Valley estate vineyards, as well as wines from other premium wine growing regions within California.
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
A second home in Monterey, California
Hotel Carmel
Formerly The Dolphin Inn, the beautifully transformed Hotel Carmel is located at 4th & San Carlos, just steps from renowned shops, galleries and restaurants.
J Lohr Winery
40 years of family winemaking in Paso Robles, Monterey and Napa Valley
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Visit this incredibly scenic waterfall, which flows year-round.
Lone Oak Lodge
Voted Monterey Peninsula Travel Planner Best Value.
Manzoni Vineyards
Join us at either our Manzoni Cellars tasting room in beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea, or at Manzoni Vineyards tasting room in the Heart of the Santa Lucia Highlands.
Mission San Antonio de Padua – near Jolon
Of all the Spanish missions in California, Mission San Antonio's surroundings have changed the least.
Photo by Pimpinellus (CC BY-SA 4.0)Mission San Carlos de Borromeo de Carmelo – Carmel
Historic site in Carmel, with beautiful scenery.
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Explore the wonders of the beautiful mission that is over 200 years old.
Mission Santa Cruz
The Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park sits atop Mission Hill with excellent views of the city.
Mission Soledad
Mission Soledad is located one mile west of Hwy. 101 near the town of Soledad.
Montana de Oro State Park
Rugged cliffs, secluded sandy beaches, coastal streams, canyons, and hiking.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
The Monterey Bay Aquarium was named the #1 Aquarium in the U.S.
MONTEREY BAY NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY
The nation's largest aquatic park.
Monterey Conference Center
The newly renovated Monterey Conference Center is a state-of-the-art meetings facility.
Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Monterey County is the greatest meeting of land and sea on the Pacific Coast of USA.
Monterey Hotel, The
Located in the heart of downtown Old Monterey.
Copyright Jim York PhotoNational Steinbeck Center
Literary museum dedicated to Pulitzer Prize-winning author John Steinbeck.
Natural Bridges State Beach and Monarch Grove
Scenic beach with its famous natural bridge and Monarch Grove.
Pajaro Dunes Resort
Pajaro Dunes Resort situated on Monterey Bay offers beachfront vacation rentals.
Pinnacles National Monument
Camping, hiking, rock climbing, and caving among these dramatic rock formations.
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
With outstanding sightseeing, this area contains headlands, coves and rolling meadows.
Portola Hotel & Spa
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay, AAA Four Diamond and U.S. Green Building Council LEED® Certified
Refuge
Refuge is America's 1st Co-ed Relaxation Spa
Roaring Camp Railroads
A trip to Roaring Camp is a visit to a 1880s logging camp, complete with general store, depot, opera house, and other vintage buildings.
San Benito County
The San Benito County Chamber and Visitors Bureau invites you to explore our unique corner of the world.
Scheid Vineyards
Join us at either our tasting room in beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea, or at our “home” location set among the vineyards in the heart of the Salinas Valley.
Seascape Beach Resort Monterey Bay
A Four-Diamond luxury resort on Monterey Bay located nine miles south of Santa Cruz.
Tarpy’s Roadhouse
Relax in this 1917 roadhouse and enjoy five-star American country cuisine!
VISIT CARMEL INFO AND VISITOR CENTER
Experience what Carmel has to offer – the beach, food, wine, culture and more!
Visit Gilroy
Discover great garlicky food, award-winning wineries, family fun, and more in the “Garlic Capital of the World.”
Visit Santa Cruz County
Experience the quintessential California vacation in Santa Cruz County!
Wineries of Santa Clara Valley
Discover Silicon Valley's wine escape – wineries of Santa Clara Valley.
San Juan Bautista
Alive with authentic California History, surrounded by nature and today's amenities.
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