Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.

Explore the great outdoors at Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Pacific Grove. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area, or enjoy its biking trails.

Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

Step into a field guide to the Californian Central Coast, packed with local birdlife, marine life and Native American culture.

Wander amid the rock pools, sand dunes and forests of this special place and you’ll understand why its name translates to “refuge by the sea.”

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Moss Beach during your trip to Monterey?