Carmel is more quaint village with beach access
. Monterey is more family friendly working coastal/pier town. If it was a relaxing trip, I'd definitely pick Carmel- better food, better browsing, more picturesque.
Is Monterey or Carmel better to stay?
Carmel is more quaint village with beach access
. Monterey is more family friendly working coastal/pier town. If it was a relaxing trip, I'd definitely pick Carmel- better food, better browsing, more picturesque.
Is Santa Cruz or Monterey better?
Re: Road Trip: Where to stay Monterey or Santa Cruz?
Both are good choices
. Santa Cruz is more of a classic CA beach town with a surf culture and an eclectic downtown. Its kind of a funky sort of place, a bit off-beat.
Can you stay in Monterey?
The town fronts the sea and is very walkable, with lots of shops, galleries, and restaurants in its downtown area. Monterey Bay's must-see attractions include the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf, and Cannery Row, and the best areas to stay will generally be at
hotels within walking
distance of these sites.
Is it worth staying in Monterey?
The
Monterey/Carmel area
is well worth a visit . The two areas are quite different, Monterey is very touristy but the Aquarium is worth a few hours of your time,Carmel is beautiful the beach is totally unspoilt and the views along the coast are wonderful.
How many days do you need in Monterey?
A night in Santa Cruz might be fun, but that's not my area of expertise. Do allow
at least two full days
for the Monterey Peninsula.
How do I spend a day in Carmel?
- Grab something to eat at Earthbound Farms.
- Explore nature by taking a mid-morning hike.
- Relish in Carmel's art scene.
- Head to Monterey via the 17-Mile Drive.
- Take a break for lunch.
- Visit Monterey Bay Aquarium.
- Touring Cannery Row.
- Have dinner at Peter B's Brewpub.
Why is Santa Cruz so popular?
With expansive beaches and some of the world's best off-shore breaks, Santa Cruz is famous for
its high-stoke surf culture
. But there's so much more to this laid-back strip of shoreline than wetsuits and short boards.
Is Santa Cruz California worth visiting?
Santa Cruz is good to visit year round
. The Californian climate means that even in the winter months the temperatures are pleasant (and there are less tourists in town). But we think you'll enjoy visiting Santa Cruz at any time of year.
What is there to see between Santa Cruz and Monterey?
- Mission Soledad. History museumSights & LandmarksGift shopHistorical placeMuseumHistoric Sites. …
- Monterey Zoo. ZooZoos & AquariumsBed & breakfast. …
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. On 7 lists. …
- Old Fisherman's Wharf. …
- Cannery Row. …
- Monterey Bay Aquarium. …
- Monterey Bay Aquarium. …
- 17 Mile Dr.
How far apart are Carmel and Monterey?
There are
3.47 miles
from Monterey to Carmel by the Sea in southwest direction and 4 miles (6.44 kilometers) by car, following the CA 1 and CA 68 route. Monterey and Carmel by the Sea are 7 minutes far apart, if you drive non-stop . This is the fastest route from Monterey, CA to Carmel by the Sea, CA.
What is there to do in Monterey Covid?
- Monterey Bay Aquarium. 14,206. Aquariums. …
- 17-Mile Drive. 12,514. Scenic Drives. …
- Monterey Bay. 2,800. Bodies of Water. …
- Dennis the Menace Park. 717. Parks. …
- Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail. 803. Biking Trails. …
- Old Fisherman's Wharf. 2,740. …
- Coast Guard Pier. 267. …
- Cannery Row. 4,365.
What is there to do in Monterey tomorrow?
- Monterey Museum of Art (MMA), Monterey, CA. …
- Cannery Row, Monterey, California. …
- Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Monterey, CA. …
- Monterey Bay Coastal Recreational Trail, Monterey, CA. …
- Things to Do in Monterey, CA: Fisherman's Wharf Monterey.
What is there to do in Monterey at night?
- Alvarado Street.
- Cannery Row.
- Old Fisherman's Wharf.
- Lighthouse Avenue.
- Pearl Street.
- Pebble Beach.
- Carmel Valley.
- Del Monte Avenue.
How many days do you need in Carmel?
Carmel-by-the-Sea is the perfect long weekend trip to tack on to a trip to San Francisco or wine country. It's a charming village on a large scale and can easily fill
3-4 days
, particularly when you factor in trips to the surrounding areas like Big Sur.
Is Monterey touristy?
Monterey has a robust and remarkable history attracting visitors from around
the world
since the 1700s. Today, restaurants, boutiques and attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row and Old Fisherman's Wharf have helped Monterey continue as a favorite international tourist destination.
