6 . Carmel Valley
At Carmel Valley , you can go for wine tasting . The Valley is famous for producing Zinfandels and excellent Sauvignon Blanc . Furthermore , the valley has wine tasting rooms that range from the elegant to the laid back .
7 . The Carmel Mission
The Carmel Mission is a mission by the Roman Catholic that goes back to 1770 . Visitors can take a tour around the property , and also visit the museum . The property has ancient structures , swanky gardens and a host of other attractions .
8 . Sample Local Restaurants for Fresh Seafood Monterey is known for its restaurants which serve excellent fresh harvested seafood .
Recommended local restaurants include Sea Harvest , The Fish Hopper , and Sardine Factory .
9 . Take the 17-Mile Drive
What better way to experience the beauty of Monterey than to take the 17-Mile Drive . Apart from the beautiful coastlines and forests , there are also attractive sites like Bird Rock , Lone Cypress and The Ghost Tree . Ensure that you spare at least two hours for the drive .