Activities in Monterey County
Land Rover Experience Driving School
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Location : Carmel CA
Phone: 831-620-8854
Description : The first Land Rover made its debut in 1948. It was designed with brilliant simplicity for extraordinary ability and unrivalled strength and durability. In fact, six decades on it is estimated that two-thirds of all these incredible vehicles are still at work – many of them in some of the most extreme conditions and inhospitable places on earth. |
Henry Miller Library
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Location : Big Sur CA
Phone: 831-667-2574
Description : enry Miller (1891-1980) lived in Big Sur between 1944 and 1962.
If you've read Miller, and perhaps some things about Miller, you know the incredibly rich life he lived, the millions of people he touched with his writing, the lasting friendships he had.
Here in Big Sur, the place Miller found during his Air-Conditioned Nightmare search for a place to settle, we have a perfect place to build on, preserve and champion what Miller did. There is a growing collection of material for anyone interested in the literature of this country and we invite people from all over the world to perform, write, sing and experience this place.
Many of Miller's old friends stop by the Library telling stories of Henry's generosity, his inspiring spirit and what his work has meant to them. Those kinds of visits provide some of the highlights of being here. |
Pebble Beach Equestrian Center
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Location : Pebble Beach CA
Phone: 831-624-2756
Description : Our equestrian facility is located in famous Pebble Beach, California. The Equestrian Center is surrounded by the beautiful Del Monte Forest with 27 miles of marked equestrian trails. A short distance from the Equestrian Center riders can enjoy the spectacular ocean views that have made our area famous. We offer guided trail rides to the beach on a daily basis.
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Monterey Whale Watching
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Location : Monterey CA
Phone: 831-372-2203
Description : The Monterey Bay is shaped like a backwards ‘C’, with its southern most tip at Point Pinos and its northern most tip at Point Santa Cruz. The Monterey Bay is bisected by the Monterey Submarine Canyon, known as the 3rd largest submarine canyon in the world. The head of the canyon starts just a mile from shore at Moss Landing, and is approximately 292 miles long, 7.5 miles wide, and is more than 2 miles deep at its deepest point. Because the submarine canyon is in such close proximity to shore, the Monterey Bay has deep, cold, nutrient-rich water all year. |
Monterey Bay Aquarium
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Location : Monterey CA
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Description : How big is the Kelp Forest exhibit? Who started the aquarium? How many people visit each year? Find out in our frequently asked questions about the aquarium's history, exhibit construction, maintenance and animal care. |
Adventures by the Sea
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Location : Monterey CA
Phone: 831-372-1807
Description : Adventures by the Sea began as just that – a love of the Monterey Peninsula and the outdoors. Frank Knight, owner of Adventures by the Sea, spent many of his early years bicycling, kayaking, surfing, and generally engulfing himself in the beauty and serenity of the Monterey area.
Wanting to share his experiences with others, Frank began a small rental business delivering bicycles to the local hotels for the enjoyment of people visiting the area. Continued enthusiasm and sucess have allowed the growth to add kayaking, surreys, surf boards and beach parties. |
Maritime Museum
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Location : Monterey CA
Phone: 831-372-2608
Description : The goal is to be less about objects and more about the conversations the museum holds with the community. Where once it focused solely on the Peninsula’s long relationship with the sea, the Museum is expanding its scope to broaden its view,as well as its appeal, to include: History, Arts, Innovation and Maritime Activities.
In the 1800′s the Monterey Region emerged as California’s governmental, political, military, commercial, social, and cultural center.
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Chateau Julien Wine Estate
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Location : Carmel CA
Phone: 831-624-2600
Description : In the late 1970's, Bob and Patty Brower set out to fulfill their dream. Originally from the East Coast, they had a passion for wine and admired the French hospitality encountered while traveling in Europe. They saw the potential in Monterey County as a quality wine growing region, and in 1982 began building what is now known as Château Julien Wine Estate in Carmel Valley, California.
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Monterey Museum of Art
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Location : Monterey CA
Phone: 831-372-5477
Description : This inviting, three-story landmark is located across from historic Colton Hall in the heart of Old Monterey. The Museum features eight galleries devoted to exhibitions of American and early California painting, photography and contemporary art. An art reference library offers a quiet space to read and research anytime the Museum is open. A gift shop includes creative and unusual cards, jewelry and a fine selection of books about your favorite period of art or artist and more. Wheelchair access is available at the sculpture park entrance located between Pacific and Calle Principal Streets. |
Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum
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Location : Monterey CA
Phone: 831-375-3770
Description : This unique museum is home to over 100 wax figures, which were actually imported from London and Paris. The life-sized figures are posed in scenes from over 450 years of Monterey history. Get an inside glimpse of workers in a busy cannery, see what an early Mexican fiesta was like, walk alongside members of an original Native American tribe, or mingle with author John Steinbeck at one of his favorite local hangouts--there are many scenes to take in here at the museum. In addition to the detailed decorations and amazing wax models, the scenes also include various special effects and animation, making the characters really come alive. |
Other Activities in Monterey CountyVentana Vineyards
in Monterey
Chalone Vineyard
in Soledad
Chris' Fishing Trips
in Monterey
Monterey Bay Equestrian Center
in Salinas
Scheid Vineyards
in Greenfield
The Presidio of Monterey Museum
in Monterey
Randy's Fishing Trips Inc
in Monterey
Elkhorn Slough Safari
in Moss Landing
Carrera Sailing
in Monterey
Colton Hall
in Monterey
Bernardus Vineyards & Winery
in Carmel Valley
Bargetto Winery
in Monterey
Monterey Bay Sailing
in Monterey
Bay Bikes-Wheel Fun Rentals
in Monterey
Smith & Hook/Hahn Estates Winery
in Soledad
Wine From The Heart
in Monterey
MY Museum
in Monterey
Baywood Cellars Tasting Room
in Monterey
National Steinbeck Center
in Salinas
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
in Pacific Grove
Randy's Fishing Trips Inc
in Monterey
Joullian Vineyards
in Carmel Valley
Silver Mountain Vineyards
in Monterey
Paraiso Springs Vineyards
in Soledad
Monterey Bay Kayaks
in Monterey
A B Seas Kayaks of Monterey
in Monterey
Chateau Sinnet
in Carmel Valley
Blackstone Winery
in Gonzales
Heller Estate/Durney Vineyards
in Carmel Valley
Terranova Fine Wines
in Monterey
Monterey Express Diving Charters
in Monterey
Monterey Sailing
in Monterey
Holman Ranch
in Carmel Valley
Thomas Kinkade Museum
in Monterey
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