Best 46 things to do in Monterey, CA

Spend 7–8 hours rock cod fishing out of Monterey

Spot whales and dolphins with expert naturalists on a 4-hour cruise in Monterey Bay.

Spend more time searching Monterey Bay for killer whales in March–May

Fish for salmon on an 8.5-hour boat trip from Monterey

Relax on a 35-minute Monterey Bay sail with included drink and snacks

Rent a classic 24-foot wooden sloop from Old Fisherman’s Wharf

Rent the 30' Hunter Willow and sail Monterey Bay your way

Private keelboat sailing for up to 6 from Old Fisherman’s Wharf

Sail Monterey Bay at sunset with a drink and snacks included

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

Practice coastal navigation skills on the water in Monterey

Spot gray, blue, and humpback whales on a fully narrated 2.5–3-hour cruise aboard spacious heated vessels

Cruise Monterey Bay by fast raft with a naturalist guide

Spend 6–8 hours spotting more marine wildlife from a low-to-the-water open boat

Ride an electric bike around Monterey with pedal assist or throttle

Kayak Cannery Row’s kelp forest near Monterey Bay Aquarium

Paddle Cannery Row’s kelp forests for an up-close look at Monterey Bay marine life

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

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

Rent a 7-speed bike with map, helmet, and lock for Monterey Bay paths

Pedal a surrey together along Monterey’s coastal trail

Cruise Monterey and Pacific Grove in a 2-seater talking scooter car

Rent a talking GoCar for up to 8 hours and see more of Monterey

Ride a 2-seater talking car to see Monterey’s coast and landmarks