Best 46 things to do in Monterey, CA

Cruise Monterey’s coast in a two-seat talking scooter car

Cruise Monterey Bay in a 2-seat open-top talking scooter car

Cruise 17-Mile Drive on a self-guided GPS e-bike

Self-guided Big Sur drive in an open-air Polaris Slingshot for up to 2 guests

Drive an open-air Slingshot with GPS audio guidance along the Carmel coastline

Ride an e-mountain bike along Big Sur’s Old Coast Road with a small guided group

Pedal 17-Mile Drive by e-bike with guided stops at Pebble Beach landmarks

Ride an e-bike to Carmel cottages, coastal views, and local landmarks in 2.5 hours

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

Cruise 17-Mile Drive by e-bike with a guide from Cannery Row

Ride an e-bike through Albatross Ridge, then enjoy a guided tasting and picnic lunch

Explore Monterey Bay’s marine sanctuary on a small-group whale watching trip

Choose a half- or full-day private whale watching trip for up to 6

Take a private 2-hour surf lesson for two at Pleasure Point

Private surf lesson at Pleasure Point with wetsuit and board included

Learn to surf at Pleasure Point in a small group with pro instruction

Spot whales on a 2.5–3 hour trip, offered daily November–March

Watch whales and dolphins at sunset with expert crew guidance and photo tips on Monterey Bay.

Spot whales and dolphins in Monterey Bay on a 2.5–3 hour afternoon cruise

Train to sail a 30-foot keelboat in a 3–4 day course (max 4 students)

Learn coastal cruising skills in a 3-day ASA 103 course, capped at 4 students

Seek Monterey Bay killer whales on a six-hour small-group cruise led by an experienced photographer