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Big Sur

Carmel Valley

Carmel-By-The-SEA

Marina
Smiling man and woman walk along Monterey County's Cannery Row.

Monterey
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mOss Landing
Pacific grove beach

Pacific Grove
This is an image of a golf course with a cypress tree and the ocean in the background at Pebble Beach Golf Links

Pebble Beach

Salinas
Salinas Valley

salinas Valley
This is an image of a person paragliding over a beach in Sand City, California

Sand City
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Seaside

Stay Two Nights, Enjoy Your Third Night Free

Another Day of Relaxation, Memories and Adventure
Cluster of monarch butterflies in eucalyptus tree at Pacific Grove Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary

Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary

Monarch butterflies flock to Monterey County's forest groves in the fall. View them at the Pacific Grove Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary.
Pebble Beach Golf Links 18th hole greens at sunset

Winter Annual Events

Events are in abundance in Monterey County. Plan your visit to attend.
Group of people sat around an outdoor table at Carmel Valley Ranch with the Santa Lucia Highlands and vineyards in the background

Inspiration Pays Off – An Incentive Deal Worth $20,000*

For every night your group stays mid-week, you earn $20 back, up to $20,000*.
People picking out produce at the old Monterey farmers market

Winter Farmers Markets

Farmers markets every day, right here in the "Salad Bowl of the World.” Find what's in season in the winter.

Stay Two Nights, Enjoy Your Third Night Free

Another Day of Relaxation, Memories and Adventure

Hoku Young

Hoku is the Digital Marketing Manager at See Monterey.

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  • California Highway 1 in Big Sur

    HOW 2 HWY 1

    Your Road Trip Guide to the Ultimate Highway 1 Adventure Highway 1 isn’t just a road—it’s an iconic journey through dramatic coastal cliffs, charming towns…

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  • This is an imade of a group of seals lying in a row along a doc in Moss Landing, California

    Moss Landing to King City Road Trip Itinerary

    If you're looking for a scenic drive that captures the heart of Monterey County, a journey from Moss Landing to King City in Salinas Valley…

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  • guests enjoying sitting in the Adirondack chairs in the Big Sur River looking upstream

    Another Day in Monterey County

    Get Your 3rd Night Free Monterey is made up of endless paths, and each one takes you to something incredible. From delicious dining, laid-back wine…

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  • This is an image of a woman posing in front of a colorful mural in Salinas, California while her friend takes a photo

    2 Days in Salinas

    Salinas, just 20 miles from Monterey's coastline, provides a unique look into the rich agricultural history of Monterey County. The ancestral home of John Steinbeck,…

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  • This is an image of the golf course and property of Carmel Valley Ranch with trees and mountains in the background

    2 Days in Carmel Valley

    Carmel Valley offers the perfect mix of relaxation, exploration and indulgence. Nestled just 15 miles inland from the coast, explore award-winning wineries, luxurious spas, championship…

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  • wildflowers

    Top Places to View Wildflowers in Monterey County

    See Monterey in full bloom in the Spring at these top viewing spots for wildflowers! The days get longer and the hiking paths become more vibrant…

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  • Ocean View Restaurants in Monterey

    Ocean View Restaurants in Monterey

    There is truly no better way to savor the beauty and bounty of California's Central Coast than at ocean view restaurants in Monterey County, California. …

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  • This is an image of two women hiking across a bridge over a river at Garland Ranch Regional Park in Carmel Valley. The women are surrounded by greenery and trees

    Carmel-by-the-Sea to Carmel Valley Road Trip Itinerary

    For a short yet breathtaking drive that showcases the beauty of Monterey County, take a road trip from Carmel-by-the-Sea to Carmel Valley. Following the scenic…

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  • Board of Directors

    Board of Directors

    Annual Meeting of the Board of DirectorsEmbassy Suites- Seaside BallroomThursday, June 26, 20253:00-5:00 p.m. Agenda Call to Order Public Comment This portion of the meeting…

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