things to do in Monterey, CA

Sail Monterey Bay at sunset with a drink and snacks included

Ride an e-bike from Cannery Row to Pebble Beach and 17-Mile Drive

Ride Carmel’s coast, cottages, and landmarks with a local guide

Take the helm or sit back and enjoy the sail

Paddle through kelp with a chance to spot harbor seals and sea otters

Explore a different side of the ocean after dark

Walk downtown Santa Cruz with a local guide and uncover its layered history

Explore fire trails with electric assistance and an extra-wide seat for comfort

Fish for ling cod and rock cod in Monterey Bay with onboard instruction

Build paddleboard skills before touring Santa Cruz Harbor on your own

Uncover Old Monterey’s hidden history with stories from local guides

Refine your surfing with personalized coaching and a range of boards

Learn sailing basics in a 2-hour class from Old Fisherman’s Wharf

Glide across Monterey Bay on a stable stand-up paddleboard rental

Cruise Carmel-by-the-Sea by e-bike while your dog rides in a sidecar

Cruise Monterey's coast in a talking open-top scooter car

Look for resident otters and harbor seals along the coast

Build your fish identification skills beneath the surface

Walk Santa Cruz’s coast and historic streets through stories of surf and skate pioneers

Two guided dives among Monterey Bay’s kelp forests and reefs

Cruise Monterey Bay with experienced skippers on a family-friendly whale watching tour

Paddle Santa Cruz Harbor in a comfortable sit-on-top kayak

Enjoy winery tastings and a catered lunch without handling the driving

Learn surf fundamentals together with private, instructor-led guidance