Things to Do in Monterey, CA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Monterey, California, features the top 195 nearby activities — including 90 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Monterey, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 48 things to do within the city of Monterey, CA , followed by 147 popular activities in nearby cities, including Carmel, Salinas, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Watsonville, Marina, Big Sur, Aptos and Marina del Rey
  • Our list of the best things to do in Monterey, California, features the top 195 nearby activities — including 90 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Monterey, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 48 things to do within the city of Monterey, CA , followed by 147 popular activities in nearby cities, including Carmel, Salinas, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Watsonville, Marina, Big Sur, Aptos and Marina del Rey
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26.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 7605 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos, CA 95003 MoreLess Info
The Aptos Museum is a historical museum featuring a collection of local artifacts, photographs, and information. The museum offers guided tours, special events, and educational programs for students. The museum also maintains a gift shop.
26.3 Miles
96% 1836 votes
Walking Trails Santa Cruz, CA MoreLess Info
Located in Santa Cruz, California, West Cliff Drive is a popular hiking spot that offers beautiful views of the rocky beach and pounding surf below. Walking, biking and in-line skating are all permitted on West Cliff Drive.
26.3 Miles
100% 36 votes
Other Services 127 Mason St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060 MoreLess Info
Naturalist-led field trips and adventures are offered by Blue Water Ventures for a variety of guests. The company specializes in sea kayaking field trips for schools and adventures for women throughout the San Francisco Bay area though.
26.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Art Gallery 510 Bay Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Featuring work from over 100 artists, the Many Hands Gallery is a local art gallery that displays a large number of productions. Sculptures, paintings, and jewelry from both local and national artists are among the works available in the gallery.
26.3 Miles
- 1 votes
Movie Theaters King's Plz Shopping Ctr, 1475 41st Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Cinelux Theatre offers moviegoers three screens to watch first-run films at matinee or evening showtimes. Films are screened using the latest digital and sound technology and the facilities can be rented out for private showings.
26.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
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Venatious

Arcades Capitola Mall, 1855 41st Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Venatious is a video game lounge that features high power gaming PCs that are connected to 63 and 65-inch displays. The lounge has Xbox 360 systems, Wii consoles, PS3 consoles.
26.4 Miles
78% 233 votes
Beaches 1500 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA MoreLess Info
Guests of the New Brighton State Beach will be able to go swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The location also features a camping area that is located on a bluff overlooking Monterey Bay.
26.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Paddleboarding 1500 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Stand Up Paddle New Brighton is a seasonally open shop that serves all paddleboarding and kayaking needs from rentals to private classes. They can also serve parties and team building activities for groups up to 20 people.
26.5 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 1500 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Friends of Santa Cruz State Park is a non-profit organization that funds interpretive programs for schools groups, native plant restorations, and community education events. The organization focuses on Sunset State Beach and Manresa State Beach.
26.6 Miles
93% 84 votes
Breweries 103 Kennedy Drive, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
A coastal brewery with a creative approach, Sante Adairius Rustic Ales makes an array of distinctive craft beers. Some beers are inspired by European styles, while others are more traditionally American. The brewery features a tasting room.
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