San Francisco: Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel & 17-Mile Drive San Francisco: Monterey & Carmel Tour WITHOUT Aquarium

Discover the beauty of California's coastline on a tour from San Francisco. Visit Monterey, explore the 17-Mile Drive, and wander through the charming town of Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Begin your journey with a drive from San Francisco through farms and historic towns to reach Monterey. Discover the town that was once the center of fish canning in the early 20th century.

Visit the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, perched on the edge of the Bay. Get an up-close look at one of the most biologically diverse marine environments in the world. Immerse yourself in exhibits featuring sea otters, jellyfish, and living kelp forests.

Continue along the waterfront through Pacific Grove and into the 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach. Admire oceanfront estates and sweeping Pacific views. Stop for photos at landmarks such as Lone Cypress, Bird Rock, Lovers Point, and Point Pinos.

Finally, stop in Carmel-by-the-Sea, a picturesque seaside town that has been a destination for artists, free spirits, and film industry folks for over 100 years. Wander through one-of-a-kind shops and enjoy baked treats or coffee from the many locally owned cafés along the way.

As you head back toward San Francisco, enjoy sweeping ocean scenery and memorable photo opportunities. At certain times of year, the journey is capped off by a dramatic sunset over the water.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.