- The list below includes 144 free or cheap things to do in or near Monterey, California, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Walking Trails, Piers & Boardwalks, Art Museum and History Museums.
- From Waterfront to Monterey Bay, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monterey and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Seaside.
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From the merchant: Monterey Auto Luxe is a luxury event taking place at the Stanton Center on August 11-15 during Monterey Car Week.
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At Artisana Gallery, visitors can enjoy the work of over 30 local artists, from photography prints to jewelry pieces. The gallery hosts events such as art walks, receptions, and more.
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A half-acre park, Jewell Park is a well-groomed city park that features a gazebo and small house that can be rented for weddings and other functions. The park also features picnic areas.
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Ocean View Boulevard and 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA
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Often a place for weddings and other romantic outings, Lovers Point is a grassy park with stunning views of the coastline. There is also a small, cove-like beach used for swimming and surfing.
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A 1.69-acre community park, Caledonia Park features a basketball court and a grass baseball field that can be used for recreational activities. The park offers shaded areas, an ADA-compliant playground, picnic tables and restroom facilities.
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Pacific Grove Oceanview Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA
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The Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard is a walking area that takes guests down the beautiful coastline. In addition, guests will have the opportunity to stroll past an array of flourishing wildflowers.
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Seaside Beach is actually part of the larger Monterey State Beach Park. This section of the larger beach offers plenty of white sand for playing and lounging as well as a parasailing launch site.
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Providing for an array of outdoor recreation, Robert's Lake/Laguna Del Ray is equipped with walking trails. And surrounded by water, it is a good place to enjoy bird and wildlife watching.
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Laguna Grande Park, 1249 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955
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Sunday Blues in the Park is a free concert series that features artists including Sista Monica and her Blues Band and Paula Harris and her Blues Band. The concert series runs from July until August.
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Between Short St & Sinex Ave, Between Melrose St & Alder Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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George Washington Park is a 20 acre park featuring large areas of unimproved forest land, providing a habitat for local wildlife. The park maintains a playground, baseball field, nature trails, and a picnic area.
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Originally established 1950, Trinity Park is an outdoor park that is characterized by wide open fields, picnic tables, and trees. The park is dog friendly and has a stone bench.