- 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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Mystery Spot
465 Mystery Spot Road off Branciforte Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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The Santa Cruz Mystery Spot is a unique attraction that seems to defy the laws of physics, including gravity and liquid motion. The Mystery Spot is open throughout the year and is a wonderful destination for all ages.
29.7 Miles
Cowell's Beach is good for surfers and windsurfers. It may not be the cleanest beach in the area.
30.0 Miles
The Pietra Santa Winery is not only known for its delicious wines, it's also known for its incredible setting in a historical estate founded in the 1850s. Guests can take a tour of the winery and enjoy a relaxing tasting.
30.8 Miles
Located in California's beautiful San Benito County are the Cetani Vineyards. The vineyards offer wine tastings by appointment in their on site tasting room and feature varietals such as a merlot, cabernet and red blends.
31.5 Miles
Founded in 1970, Fortino Winery has since grown into a 50 acre vineyard growing a wide selection of grapes for a diverse label collection. The winery offers woody cabernets, fruity merlots, and sweet summery zinfandels.
31.5 Miles
Visitors of Hecker Pass Winery will be able to taste a variety of wines, including a Muscat, a Zinfandel, and a Cream Sherry. The location is also the home of the La Vigna Event Center, which hosts weddings.
31.5 Miles
A great place to gather with friends, Rapazzini Winery welcomes wine connoisseurs to sample their creations at their facility in Gilroy (known as the Garlic Capitol). Along with drinking wines, this winery further produces cooking wines as well as champagnes.
31.5 Miles
Gavilan College Theatre is a 480-seat venue that features a range of productions. Performances include creations from various departments including the Theater Department, Music Department, Symphony, Summer Theatre Arts Repertory and community groups.
31.6 Miles
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3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy, CA 95020
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At the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, guests will be able to ride a Ferris wheel, a swing, a sky trail monorail, and a roller coaster. The site also hosts special Christmas events, including lunch with Santa.
31.6 Miles
Over 40 rides are offered at the Bonfante Gardens family amusement park. In addition to a wide range of rides for all ages and thrill levels, the park features six gardens and exhibits that include a rock maze.