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Cannery Row
Cannery row is an historic stretch on the Monterey waterfront
where sardine canneries from a once-thriving fishery now
host shops, restaurants, and other attractions. The subject
of local author John Steinbeck's book by the same name,
Cannery Row's scenic location and vibrant atmosphere make
it a favorite for Monterey visitors. Cannery Row is also
home to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which is a popular
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Fisherman's Wharf
A haven for seafood lovers, marine life enthusiasts and
souvenir shoppers, Fisherman's wharf is an exciting place
to meander around and enjoy the sounds of the sea lions
and seafood cocktails, or to use as a launching point
for a variety of water-based activities, including nautre
cruises, kayaking and whale watching. |
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Downtown Carmel
Carmel by the Sea is famous for the charm of its downtown
architecture, its sidewalk cafès and the myriad
galleries that draw art aficionados en masse every year.
A gorgeous beach at the bottom of town completes a world-class
romantic setting. |
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Lover's Point and 17-mile Drive
Dramatic windswept seascapes, luxurious mansions and the
striking settings of fairways and greens of Pebble Beach's
world-famous links courses combine to make the drive around
Lover's Point and 17-mile Drive one of the most scenic
in the world. |
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Big Sur Coast
The Big Sur coastline is one of California's highlights
that makes the front cover of international guidebooks.
Jagged cliffs jut out of the Pacific as the land rises
to soaring heights. On this trip, we go as far south as
Nepenthe Big Sur, which is about 30 miles south of Carmel.
This 30 mile stretch of coastline offers a fantastic introduction
to the Big Sur coast for people who don't have time to
drive its 90 mile entirety. |
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| Special Activities and Attractions in
Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur |
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Monterey Bay Aquarium Admission
Adult Admission $21.95 per adult. More...
Located at the western end of Cannery Row, the Monterey
Bay Aquarium features a variety of excellent exhibits
focused on life in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
Popular attractions include the sea otters, the enormous
pelagic tuna tank, and the surreal jellyfish exhibit.
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Sea Kayaking Tours
Tours start at $45 per adult. More...
The quiet serenity of a paddle with sea otters, harbor
seals, and a stunning array of waterfowl creates an unrivaled
closeness with the ecosystem. |
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Whale Watching Tours
Tours start at $34.95 per adult in the summer.
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The Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary is a haven for not only
the migratory species like the humpback and gray whales
that wend their way up and down the west coast of North
America each year, but also for year-round pelagic species
like blue and right whales, orca, and several species
of dolphins. A morning on the Bay with these incredible
creatures is one for the memory vaults. |
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Sailing on the Monterey Bay
Trips start at $40 per adult. More...
A relaxing sail on the Monterey Bay is an excellent addition
to any day on the Central Coast. In addition to the beautiful
scenes of the Monterey coastline, otters, sea lions, harbor
seals, porpoise and even whales may be your companions
on the water. Try a sunset barbecue for the perfect end
to a great day. |
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Carmel Mission
Nominal entrance fee charged at the Mission.
Final resting place of California's famous missionary
and mission founder, Father Junípero Serra, Carmel's
Mission San Carlos Borromeo del Río Carmelo represents
one of the best-preserved of California's 21 missions.
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Add Lunch or Dinner at Nepenthe Big Sur
Meal costs not included in tour cost.
Perched high above the ocean in the heart of Big Sur,
Nepenthe's commanding views of the Pacific and the rocky
coastline below are a perfect accompaniment to a day on
the Central Coast. |
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Add Narrated Nature Cruise
Tours are $14.95 per person.
A 45 minute narrated tour on the waters off Fisherman's
Wharf and Cannery Row gives you a chance to see some of
Monterey's most engaging wildlife (otters, harbor seals,
sea lions and more) up close. |
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