Location: Monterey
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8 Historic Sites in Monterey That You Shouldn't Miss
Think picnics on gorgeous, uncrowded beaches, fabulous seafood restaurants, and great hotels overlooking beautiful Monterey Bay… Monterey is a great place for a romantic getaway. Nature buffs can explore the bay by kayak for a close-up look at sea lions, seals and otters.
Restaurants in Monterey
1. Perry House
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Built in 1860 by Whaling Captain Manuel Perry, and lovingly restored in 2011 as a private special events venue for weddings and corporate events.
2. Larkin House
3. Doc Rickett's Pacific Biological Laboratories
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
A landmark on Cannery Row, this is the spot where John Steinbeck's good buddy and biologist Ed "Doc" Ricketts prepped the marine life he collected before shipping it to schools and medical facilities.
Reviewed By sfcawannabe
Growing up reading Steinbeck, I thought that Doc (Ed) Ricketts was a fictional character... I learned otherwise. Ed Ricketts was the grandfather of modern Marine Biology, and he was a real character. They only open up his lab once or twice a year for visits, but I can't remember when. If you're interested in Steinbeck and/or Marine Biology, this is a MUST SEE! Fun fact: Ed Ricketts was the man responsible for frog disection in high school biology classes.
4. Cannery Row
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4.0 based on 4,339 reviews
Cannery Row is the Central Coast’s premier visitor destination. Home to some of the most luxurious hotels, world-class restaurants, boutiques & galleries, spas, premium wine tasting & exciting recreation Monterey has to offer, including the best nightlife. Walk everywhere. The breathtaking coastline of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is the backdrop for every Cannery Row experience. Parking is never a problem, and everything is within walking distance.
Reviewed By al130
Nice tourist area with a large variety of restaurants and tourist stores. The wine tasting stores are also nice
5. Cooper-Molera Adobe
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4.0 based on 26 reviews
Step back into the life and times of the 19th century when visiting this historic home and gardens dating back to the 1800s.
6. Stevenson House
7. Greene Mansion Events
8. The Old Monterey Jail
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3.5 based on 17 reviews
