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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39.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Horseback Riding 1690 San Pedro Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
Specializing in competitive horse riding lessons, Ligara Farms runs visitors through the basics of equine maintenance and riding. It also hosts monthly tournaments and horse shows where visitors can watch experienced riders display their skills.
40.0 Miles
89% 28 votes
History Museums 21570 Almaden Road off Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA MoreLess Info
The history of local quicksilver mining is put on display at the New Almaden Mercury Mining Museum. Located within the Almaden Quicksilver County Park, there are mine dioramas, artifacts from historic mining facilities, and exhibits covering the lifestyles of mining communities.
40.1 Miles
92% 13 votes
Winery/Vineyard 21439 Bear Creek Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033 MoreLess Info
The David Bruce Winery produces Pinot Noir, Petite Syrah, Chardonnay, and Zinfandel wines. Members of the winery's Private Cellar Club can attend festivals during the months of April, August, and December.
40.3 Miles
93% 86 votes
Winery/Vineyard 21850 Bear Creek Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033 MoreLess Info
At the Byington Winery and Vineyards, guests can go on a tour of the vineyards and taste the business's wines. The location also features picnic facilities, a Bocce ball court and a hiking trail.
40.3 Miles
96% 145 votes
Gun Ranges 1000 San Bruno Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
The Coyote Valley Sporting Clay features two sporting clay ranges, two skeet fields and trap shooting courses. Their main shooting course offers 20 stations with various difficulties to accommodate visitors of all skill levels.
40.4 Miles
86% 168 votes
Winery/Vineyard 1480 E. Main Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
As a third-generation, family-owned facility, the Guglielmo Winery produces a wide variety of award-winning varietals from more than 100 acres of estate vineyards. In addition to guided tours, guests can visit the tasting room to try out some of their most famous wines.
40.8 Miles
92% 24 votes
Farms & Ranches 1615 Half Road, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
In addition to the locally grown tree-ripened fruit, Andry's Orchard also offers gourmet food items, confections, nuts and custom gift baskets. They also host seasonal events, including pumpkin patches and visits from Santa Claus.
40.9 Miles
84% 38 votes
Parks 17770 Alma Bridge Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033 MoreLess Info
Built around the man-made lake of Lexington Reservoir, Lexington Reservoir County Park offers a variety of amenities. It has a boat launch, an extensive network of trails, picnic areas with barbecue grills, and playground areas.
40.9 Miles
60% 5 votes
Farms & Ranches 2330 Diana Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
Big Oak Ranch is a horse care facility located on 57 acres in the foothills of Morgan Hill. On-site services include horse training, several trails, and lessons, either on your own horse of theirs.
41.1 Miles
90% 244 votes
Parks At the corner of McAbee Road and Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95120 MoreLess Info
Almaden Quicksilver Country Park is a great place for a day out with family and friends. Admission is free with multiple entrances. There are many hiking trails, well-maintained picnic grounds and some old mines and mining equipment to explore. Pets are allowed inside.
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