Monterey Bay Tours and Activities

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Yacht and Fishing Harbor at Moss Landing on the Monterey Bay

Beautiful shores along the 17 Mile Drive

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Tours & day trips

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Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

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History & culture

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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

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Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

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Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

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Popular places to visit

The beach and dunes at Salinas River State Beach are part of Monterey Bay’s unique coastal dune system and it is home to many species of birds, including the California brown pelican, red-tailed hawk, American kestrel, western snowy plover, western gull, black phoebe, western scrub-jay, California towhee, white-crowned sparrow, and more. The beach is a popular fishing site.

Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Castroville. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Sea Lions on a dock out at Moss Landing Harbor

Moss Landing State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Moss Landing State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Moss Landing. Wander around the natural setting in this romantic area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Sunset Time View at Crystal Cove State Beach Shoreline with Ocean Waves, Newport Beach City, California

Sunset State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sunset State Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Manresa State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manresa State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Watsonville. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

La Selva Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at La Selva Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Marina State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Marina State Beach during your travels in Marina? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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