Monterey and 17-Mile Drive
Monterey, Pacific Coast Highway
About This Activity
Monterey is a bustling harbor town with a rich history as a fishing and canning capital, immortalized by John Steinbeck. Walk Cannery Row for shops and restaurants, stroll along the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail, and explore Fisherman's Wharf. The 17-Mile Drive ($12.25/car) through Pebble Beach offers some of the most stunning coastal scenery in California, passing the famous Lone Cypress, championship golf courses, and dramatic rocky shores.
Seasonal note: Year-round; fog common Jun-Aug; fall has clearest skies
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