This
fall, the
City of Monterey,
California,
hosts
Cherries Jubilee,
the
Monterey Jazz
Festival,
and
HistoryFest
among many
other special
events. The City's
temperate climate
year-round means
visitors can enjoy a
wide variety of
outdoor activities
and
special events
all year.
Kayaking, scuba
diving, surfing and
beach-going are just
some of the
activities to be
enjoyed in and
around Monterey Bay.
Golf, shopping, and
driving the
spectacular
coastline to Big Sur
are a few of the
many land based
adventures.
Monterey is home to
the world-renowned
Monterey Bay Aquarium, a must-see
attraction that
delights and
educates millions of
visitors every year.
Step outside the
Aquarium and you're
on
Cannery Row,
where John Steinbeck
drew inspiration for
his novel about life
in Monterey during
the heyday of the
sardine canning
industry. Today "the
Row" is lined with
hotels, shops and
restaurants and fun
activities for the
entire family.
From
Cannery Row, you can
walk or ride a
rented surrey along
the scenic
Recreation Trail to
Fisherman's Wharf.
Along the way,
you'll see harbor
seals, sea otters
and pelicans in
natural habitats on
the dazzling
waterfront of the
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
Set
along this spectacular coast, the
Monterey Conference Center
draws high
attendance at
conferences,
meetings and trade
shows and is the
only waterfront
conference center in
northern California.
The
Monterey County Convention and Visitor's Bureau
provides the latest
special offers on
lodging, dining and
entertainment.
Hotels, inns, shops
and restaurants are
found in all the
City's
business districts. Monterey
is known for its
exceptional dining
experiences and
fresh local seafood.
History surrounds
you in the City of
Monterey, one of the
most historic sites
in California.
Original adobes are
found on many street
corners. Some are
open for tours,
others house
contemporary
businesses. From
California's first
theatre to Colton
Hall where the
state's constitution
was first written,
you can trace
Monterey's rich past
on the
Path of History.
Known
for preserving its
history, culture and
natural environment,
Monterey is a leader
in creating a
sustainable community by
striking a balance
between tourism and
residents in this
small community.
