Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Monterey & Carmel (Updated 2026)
Keep an eye out for sea lions, deer, harbor seals, and tide pools along this immersive coastal adventure. Explore the world-famous 17-Mile Drive on an...
$59
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour
The El Cat, built right here in Moss Landing, is a fully electric, 32 passenger, Coast Guard-certified vessel. This is a custom 37’ catamaran built...
$45
17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour
17-Mile Drive offers the ultimate experience to explore the peninsula. You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Your guide will take you...
$75
Carmel-by-the-Sea's original and only locally owned food tour, rooted in this community since 2012. Discover the village's best-kept culinary secrets on this 3-hour guided walking...
$159
Monterey Bay Whale Watching
Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey...
$70
Old Monterey Walking Food Tour
Discover Monterey Through Its Flavors Experience Old Monterey like never before on this leisurely, guided food tour that highlights the best local flavors and hidden...
$175
Your walk opens up a whole new vista of Carmel for you while our guides, who are skilled storytellers, weave together the tales of the...
$49
Experience world-famous 17-Mile Drive and charming Carmel-by-the-Sea in one spectacular eBike adventure! Starting just outside the Pacific Grove Gate, ride into Pebble Beach and along...
$79
As featured in the Los Angeles Times and San Francisco Chronicle, CARMEL WALKS is the premier walking tour voted "best of" by City Helicopter Tours...
$48
During your tour you'll enjoy visits to three hand-selected wine tasting rooms with carefully curated tastings at each one. You'll also learn from local sommeliers...
$159
This nature walk takes you through serene woodlands, along craggy cliffs and beautiful coves. You may spot otters, seals and sealions, deer and birds. This...
$59
When in Monterey, kayaking on the bay is a must. Most renters describe this activity as the highlight of their visit to the area. There...
$40
The best way to see the entire peninsula's coast is to begin at Monterey and travel through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Our bike shop...
$75
You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea and explore cottages throughout Carmel. Passing several local historic sites, you will ride down the...
$75
Thai Cooking Class in Monterey
The ONLY Thai cooking class in Monterey! Fun & Tasty Party + Memorable Experience Plan your special holidays, surprise date night, birthday, bachelorette parties, company...
$111
The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of...
$46
See Big Sur from Monterey or Carmel on a private half-day tour with a local driver guide. Stop at Bixby Bridge, walk among coastal redwoods...
$148
You will be baking macarons with a macaron master who has been featured on the Cooking Channel. You will receive hands-on training and all the...
$119
Looking to impress your date or just treat yourself to something unforgettable? Our Sunset Cruise is the most popular (and most romantic!) way to experience...
$95
Cannery Row is more than just the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Explore the Cannery Row that most visitors never see, with the Original Monterey Walking Tours...
$35
Limited time offer: FREE RE-RIDES! Treasure Hunt: The Ride is an interactive theme park ride adventure that the entire family can enjoy and compete for...
$23
