Top Travel Destinations in Monterey: Best 2 Days Monterey Itinerary

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Monterey 2-Days Itinerary: Cheap Flights to Monterey

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Day 1 | Morning

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Opening Hours: Open from 10:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 49.95 USD

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

The Monterey Bay Aquarium is located in Monterey Bay, which is connected to the Pacific Ocean and has a very good view. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is world-renowned, and the dreamy jellyfish and manta rays are must-see marine life in the aquarium, especially for tourists with children.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Old Fisherman's Wharf.

Old Fisherman's Wharf

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-0:00am

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: 1 Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

The Old Fisherman's Wharf not only has restaurants, but also special tourist shops, where you can also watch whales. This is the starting point for cruises in the Gulf, and the locals are mainly engaged in fishing and tourism.

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Bernardus Lodge & Spa is the best places.

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

This Carmel Valley resort boasts star-rated dining, a wellness spa and outdoor heated pool. A limestone fireplace, 2-person soaking tub and down feather bedding are featured in each guest room. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 19 km away. Guests are welcomed with a gourmet snack basket, fruit bowl, fresh roses, and a complimentary "wine grotto" mini bar with Bernardus wines in their rooms. A flat-screen cable TV, iPod docking station and coffee machine are also provided. Marinus boasts an extensive wine list and a menu that focuses on organic, local ingredients. Wickets Bistro serves upscale American cuisine in a causal atmosphere. The Spa at Bernardus offers marine-inspired massage services and body treatments in a spacious facility that includes locker rooms, sauna rooms, a fitness room and a juice bar. A warming room with fireplace, a meditation garden, a dipping pool and a reflecting pool are available for guest relaxation. A full-service beauty salon is also available. Two tennis courts are located on site. A croquet lawn and bocce court are offered for guest use. Garland Ranch Regional Park is 1.5 km away. Carmel Mission Basilica and Museum are 15.5 km away.

Day 2 | Morning

Coast Guard Pier

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: 100 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

The Coast Guard Pier is located in Monterey County, United States. It is a very famous local leisure place. In addition to walking along the pier, tourists can also admire many sea lions.

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Coast Guard Pier, don’t forget pay a visit to Dennis The Menace Playground.

Dennis The Menace Playground

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: 777 Pearl St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

The Dennis Playground is located in Monterey County, with slides, swings and baseball fields, bridges and lakes, perfect for bringing children to play.

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