Monterey Bay Visitors Guide

Eat. Play. Stay. Shop.

Welcome to Your Monterey Companion!

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a local rediscovering your backyard, Monterey Bay is California's Central Coast at its finest — breathtaking scenery, perfect weather year-round, and more to do than any one trip can hold.

Explore events, tours and adventures, hotels, restaurants, wine tasting rooms, local businesses and art galleries. Planning a wedding or thinking about making Monterey home? We cover that too.

Use our Trip Planner to find, save and share your favorite places and events.

 

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Featured Events

Upcoming Events

Thu 14May

Salinas Valley Fair

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Salinas Valley Fair showcases entertainment, education, livestock and celebrate local communities, l

Fri 15May

Carmel Art Festival

Friday, May 15, 2026

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of art at the 33rd Annual Carmel Art Festival, a cherished tra

Sat 30May

Spartan Race

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Spartan RaceTM, the global leader in Obstacle Racing since 2005, was designed by seven insane ultra

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Pacific Grove Adventures: Kayaks, Surrey, Paddle Board and Snorkel Rental
Mission Bistro | Carmel Restaurant
Automobilia Collectors Expo | Automobila Monterey | Monterey Car Week Event