Monterey Peninsula

Explore the Monterey Peninsula

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The Monterey Peninsula and surrounding Monterey Bay Area, made up of Santa Cruz and Monterey counties, encompasses some of California's most beautiful coastline. It also offers plenty to do: from camping in Big Sur to browsing the shops in Carmel, to exploring Cannery Row or riding the rides at the Boardwalk in Santa Cruz.

Explore the Monterey Peninsula Like a Local

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Monterey

Carmel

Big Sur

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The Best Monterey Peninsula Activities, Picked by Locals

Love nature? You've come to the right place. Foodie? Seek out wine and food experiences in the 40k acres of wine country. More into Marine Life? Monterey Peninsula is home to the famous Marine Bay Aquarium and 5,312 square acres of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

Must-Try Monterey Peninsula Restaurants

Looking for a fine dining restaurant experience or a Monterey Peninsula restaurant with a view? From hundreds of award-winning restaurants we’ve rounded up where to eat breakfast, lunch, dinners, and desserts, plus sushi, burgers, pizza and more..

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Locals' Guide to Monterey Peninsula Hotels

Looking for the most romantic, most luxurious, best value, best places to take a group (wedding, family reunions or just a well deserved girls trip)? We know where to go. Explore our curated list of hotels across the region.