10 Things to do Good for Kids in Monterey That You Shouldn't Miss

March 19, 2022 Layne Dawes

Think picnics on gorgeous, uncrowded beaches, fabulous seafood restaurants, and great hotels overlooking beautiful Monterey Bay… Monterey is a great place for a romantic getaway. Nature buffs can explore the bay by kayak for a close-up look at sea lions, seals and otters.
Restaurants in Monterey

1. Bella Monterey Bay

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5.0 based on 340 reviews

Bella Monterey Bay

Private Wildlife Tours, Sailing on 47'Luxury Italian Racer Cruiser sailing yacht for your personal and intimate pleasure for sailing our beautiful Monterey Bay Sanctuary.

2. Carrera Sailing

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5.0 based on 163 reviews

Carrera Sailing

Discover Monterey Bay Sanctuary under sail with Carrera Sailing during our nature excursions, sunset cruises or private charter tailored to your needs. We provide intimate, small group sailing, where you can participate or sit back and relax. All skippers are US Coast Guard licensed and vessels meet or exceed US Coast Guard requirements.

3. Monterey Bay Kayaks

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5.0 based on 1,160 reviews

Monterey Bay Kayaks

Sea kayak and standup paddleboard rentals, guided tours, classes and sales at two amazing wildlife locations, Monterey and Elkhorn Slough @ Moss Landing! Open daily 9:00 (except Christmas). See website for holiday hours. Closing hours changes seasonally.

4. Fast Raft

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5.0 based on 419 reviews

Fast Raft

Fast Raft Ocean Safaris are a fun and exciting way to explore the beautiful Monterey Bay Sanctuary! Our low to the water boat, Ranger is comfortable and highly maneuverable, offering an incredible perspective of ocean wildlife and beautiful coastal scenery. With a maximum of six passengers, each Eco-Tour is custom designed to the unique desires of our guests.

5. Discovery Whale Watch

Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,277 reviews

Discovery Whale Watch

Whether as an individual, family, group charter, corporate event, or just plain fun – there is something for everyone. A day from which wonderful memories and tales are made! Our daily fishing trips depart from Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf.

6. Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail

Monterey, CA +1 831-646-3866 http://monterey.org/en-us/Departments/Monterey-Recreation/Parks-and-Beaches/Monterey-Bay-Coastal-Trail
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5.0 based on 799 reviews

Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail

Popular hiking trail running along the Pacific Grove and Monterey coast.

Reviewed By Dao1949 - Chiang Mai, Thailand

It stretches along the coast of Monterey from Fisherman's Wharf all the way through Pacific Grove Beach and Lover's Point. Incredibly scenic views to be viewed along your walk with the Pacific Ocena waves crashing in. In the Cannery Row stretch, walk through history of a famous street of canneries that harvested millions of tons of fish, many decades ago. The Pacific Grove section is completed with the walk through of Lovers Point which features a pristine sandy beach in a protected cove.

7. Monterey Bay Aquarium

886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940-1085 +1 831-648-4800 http://montereybayaquarium.org
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4.5 based on 14,123 reviews

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Located at the ocean's edge, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a window to marine life -- for dive masters and non-swimmers alike. It's home to sea otters, penguins, sharks, jellies and thousands of other marine animals and plants. Its mission is to inspire conservation of the ocean.

Reviewed By Healthy94920 - San Francisco, United States

Re-joined this most excellent Aquarium to Capture the evolving array of remarkable sea creatures from the mysterious jellyfish to playful, entertaining sea otters, sharks, crustaceans, scuba diving experience all @ reasonable rates & with well-trainer staff at your service throughout your tour. Give yourself at least 3-4 hours to begin to enjoy this wonderful venue!

8. Chris' Fishing Trips & Whale Watching

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4.5 based on 374 reviews

Chris' Fishing Trips & Whale Watching

We offer full service guided Family Friendly Fishing & Whale Watching tours year around in the third largest deep submarine canyon in the world. Our skippers are known for their ability to find Gray whales, Killer wWhales, Dolphins, Turtles, Porpoises and more! We also offer Burials at Sea.

9. Pacific House Museum

Monterey State Historic Park 10 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA +1 831-649-7118
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Pacific House Museum

History museum showing what life was like in Old Monterey more than 150 years ago.

10. Jacks Peak County Park

25020 Jacks Peak Park Road, Monterey, CA 93940 +1 831-755-4899 [email protected] http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/parks/jackspeak.html
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4.5 based on 113 reviews

Jacks Peak County Park

Reviewed By L0ve2travle

The park was pretty empty during week days, I came across two more hikers. The trails were very shady for a moderate hike. A $2 dollar entrance fee was well worth to pay for access to a beautiful area.

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