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Things to do in Monterey

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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 306 reviews

Sail Monterey Bay and spot marine life

Glide silently past sea otters, seals, and dolphins on an eco-friendly sail.

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

Sail Monterey Bay at sunset

Enjoy a short harbor tour before we set the sails and head into Monterey Bay to watch..

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews

Paddle alongside marine life in Monterey Bay

Kayak Monterey Bay and encounter otters, seals, and sea lions in their natural habitat.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1228 reviews

Guided eBike Tour of 17-Mile Drive

Ride the most scenic road with friendly, knowledgeable guides.

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Dog-Friendly Electric Bike & Sidecar Guided Tour

Cruise coastal roads, visit dog spots, and roll on the beach with your pup in tow.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Macaron making with a Master Chef

Join my top-rated, hands-on macaron class in Carmel—perfect for all skill levels!

5 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Forage Wild Food & Medicine with an Herbalist

Explore wild food & medicine in a beautiful nature reserve with a local herbalist.

5 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

Vintage VW bus wine-tasting by Steve

Travel to award-winning wine tasting rooms in our 1970 VW Bus, aka the 'Sweet Pickle.'

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Catch your first ride with a seasoned instructor

Learn surfing techniques, practice under supervision and venture out with assistance.

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviews

Experience a Thai cooking class in Monterey

Fun & Tasty Party + Memorable Experience! learn to cook authentic Thai food in no time! Gift Thai Is Fun Cookbook per group/ party

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Fly fpv drones with an aerial pilot

Learn basic FPV controls and try the DJI Avata 2 with guidance from an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot in a private beginner session held in an approved open area. Fri-Sun only.

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Bike 17-Mile Drive with Monterey Bay Aquarium

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ghost Trees, Spanish Bay, and Pacific Grove with your GPS-guided journey. Enjoy included ticket to Monterey Bay Aquarium.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

17-Mile Drive: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore the stunning 17-Mile Drive with our GPS-triggered driving audio tour app. Go at your own pace, start any day, anytime, stop anywhere, listen offline, and enjoy lifetime validity!

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Drive Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore Big Sur’s iconic coastline with our GPS-triggered driving audio tour app. Go at your own pace, start any day, anytime, stop anywhere, listen offline, and enjoy lifetime validity!

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Skincare Formulation Lab

We'll dive into the world of cosmetic chemistry by first learning about formulating, biological functions of our skin and ingredients, and then you'll make your own high quality facial serum to keep.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

See Great White Sharks with a Shark Wrangler

Explore the home of the Great White Shark. Search for Juvenile White sharks at SharkPark or or one of 350 Adult White Sharks at Año Nuevo Island in the southern part of the famous Red Triangle

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Bake sourdough on a working farm min 3 per group

Want to learn work with wild yeast? Shape and bake sourdough bread with a farmer-chef and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Meet playful animals while learning the intricacies of sourdough breadmaking.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Make Cheese on a Working Goat Farm min 3 per group

Learn to make cheese with a farmer-chef. Meet playful animals while exploring the subtle science and exact art of cheesemaking. Milk the goats from which we source the ingredients we will work with.

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Scuba diving through a kelp forest - Gear Included

Enjoy diving through Monterey’s kelp forest with an experienced local guide to point out all of the unique sea life. All scuba gear included for a single dive with option to add a second dive.

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Santa Cruz Surf Walk

Discover the birthplace of mainland surfing on a relaxed 90-minute oceanfront walk to Steamer Lane and back—with scenic stops along the way—as your guide shares the history, culture, and stoke.

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