Celebrate the splendor of harvest at Monterey Wine Country's 12th Annual Great Wine Escape Weekend, Nov 7-9, 2008. There's something for everyone at this event! The highlights of the weekend include wine and food integration seminars, open houses at the wineries, guided wine country tours, winemaker dinners and the Grand Finale Evening. Speical rates are available at the Inns of Monterey especially for the Great Wine Escape. For more information and tickets, please visit www.montereywines.org. Read More Read More about Here's a delicious reason to stop whining about the economy….Monterey's Great Wine Escape Weekend
Harvest Festival - October 18 - Free Admission! Bring the whole family to Earthbound Farm's grand harvest celebration. The bountiful Farm Stand becomes a pumpkin-packed wonderland for a great fun-filled day on the farm, with games, pumpkin carving demos, squash and pumpkin tastings, music, farm tours, train and hay rides, and more! 11am-3pm. Every Saturday in October, Earthbound Farms offers lots of family fun - bug walks, flower walks, corn husk doll making and more. The Farm is just a short drive from Monterey. Read More Read More about Get Down…on the farm…Earthbound Farms
Short of taking a trip to France, the best way to see the high-speed, high-tech Le Mans Prototypes and GT cars of the American Le Mans Series, patterned after the famed 24 hours of Le Mans, is in this four-hour endurance challenge at Laguna Seca Raceway, October 17- 19. The Saturday afternoon race into the darkness race concludes the Laguna Seca season with Le Mans Prototypes from Audi, Porsche, Mazda, Acura, Dodge and Ford battling on the same track with production-based GT cars from Corvette, Porsche, Ferrari and Panoz. Laguna Seca is a quick (within the speed limits!) drive from Monterey. Read More Read More about Start your engines and race to the American Le Mans Series
One of the California coast's best loved walking and biking trails is our own oceanfront Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, which locals call ‘The Rec Trail.' While the entire trail stretches 18 miles, the flat, 3.5-mile paved path that borders Monterey and hugs the bay is its own special world. Read More Read More about Frolicking Otters spotted along The Rec Trail
The Sardine Factory restaurant is a landmark Monterey restaurant known for its masterful steak and seafood specialties, and extensive wine list. The Sardine Factory also offers custom menus for private events and banquets. Read More Read More about Sardine Factory in Monterey
Make your way to historic Cannery Row for a self-guided tour of old cannery buildings and enjoy some newer attractions and sites. This is the place for wine tastings, gourmet food, entertainment and even a few hours of pampering. Here's an overview of the rich history of Cannery Row and ideas on exciting things to do on your next visit. Read More Read More about Cannery Row
Cannery Row in Monterey offers shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation along the Coastal Recreation Trail. This historic waterfront district immortalized by author John Steinbeck was once home to the world's largest sardine industry. Read More Read More about Cannery Row
Carmel Mission is one of the finest examples of historic California Missions founded in the 1700s by Father Junipero Serra. The mission grounds feature beautiful adobe buildings, native gardens, and museums that depict mission life. Carmel Mission is a favorite location for artists and photographers. Read More Read More about Carmel Mission
Our beloved Jazz Fest - now in its 51st year - is nearly sold out…so hop to it and make your reservations now. With the ghosts of the world's jazz legends surrounding them, this year's line up includes Cassandra Wilson, Herbie Hancock, Nancy Wilson, the Maria Schneider Jazz Orchestra and much more. Read More Read More about Monterey Jazz Festival….September 19-21
Explore Monterey's past on a fascinating Path of History walking tour through historic adobes and their hidden gardens. Monterey was once the capital of California when the territory was under Spanish rule. Later, Monterey was the largest producer of sardines in the world. Read More Read More about Monterey Path of History Tour
Vacation in Monterey with the kids and you'll understand why this seaside town tops the list for fun family getaways in California. Monterey offers family-friendly hotels located within walking distance of restaurants and attractions that kids love. Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, and Dennis the Menace Park are just a few attractions that are sure to entertain the kids. Read More Read More about Monterey for Kids
Surprise your sweetheart with a romantic weekend getaway to stunning Monterey. Quaint boutique hotels offer rooms with panoramic ocean views, a fireplace and whirlpool hot tub. Couples enjoy leisurely weekend strolls on the beach, romantic candlelight dinners, and scenic vistas along 17 Mile Drive. Read More Read More about Romantic Monterey Getaway