Located at the ocean's edge, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a window to marine life -- for dive masters and non-swimmers alike. It's home to sea otters, penguins, sharks, jellies, and thousands of other marine animals and plants. Its mission is to inspire conservation of the oceans.

Samples from nearly 40 different wineries.

This art museum offers a permanent collection of American photography, early California painting, Asian art and international folk art.

Experience an unforgettable journey wine tasting in the aesthetic beauty of Carmel Valley aboard "Hattie the Magnificent Trolley". We will pick you up at the Portola Plaza-Downtown Monterey at 11:00 AM and trolley you to Ventana Vinyards out at Tarpy's Flat. We then travel over the Salinas Mountains to visit the many tasting rooms in the Carmel Valley Village including: Bernardus Vineyards, Parsonage Vineyards, Chateau Sinnet, Heller Estate Organic Vineyards, Joullian Vineyards and Georis Winery. Our last stop is Mid Valley where we can visit Boete Winery and Chateau Julien. You will then be returned to Portola Plaza with all the wonderful memories, new friends and wines you have collected.

Now open at 425 Washington Street, located in Downtown Monterey, conveniently by the Monterey Sports Center and Dennis the Menace Park, the Monterey County Youth Museum provides an environment unique to any other in Monterey County. This 8,500 square foot museum is packed with a variety of hands on exhibits, making each visit unique and exciting. It compliments any visit to the Monterey area or makes a good day into a great day for those who are fortunate to visit us on a regular basis.

Built in 1849 to serve as a public school and town meeting hall, this historic building is now a museum open for public touring.

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS) is one of 13 National Marine Sanctuaries.   Its 276 miles of coastline extend from Marin in the north to Cambria in the south.  Monterey Bay itself...

Designed by the creator of Dennis the Menace, this park has all sorts of unique attractions.

This large park has a diverse range of trails that run along the Big Sur River or out to the coast.

Gift shops and stores fill this part of town.

Learn all about Monterey's historic ties to the sea.

A state park in Monterey that operates tours of its gardens and historic buildings dating back to the 17th century.

This park lacks the expected amenities but compensates with its spectacular setting.