ACTIVITES
Adventures by the Sea
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(831) 372-1807
They rent bicycles, 4-passenger surreys, rollerblades, kayaks, or scuba for individuals or groups. Other group activities and beach parties available.

Carmel Valley Racquet and Health Club
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(831) 342-2737
5,000 sq ft fitness center which includes a day spa and child care center.

Culinary Center of Monterey
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(831) 333-2133
The culinary center of Monterey offer an exciting opportunity to experience 'hands-on' cooking classes taught by resident chefs, as well as guest instructors and celebrity chefs.

Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
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(831) 648-5111
The raceway hosts year round activities including the grand prix & superbike. Skip Barber Racing School provides behind the wheel opportunities for the public.

Molera Horseback Tours
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(831) 625-8664
Horseback riding in Andrew Molera State Park.

Monterey Bay Dive Center
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(831) 656-0454
One of the premier diving companies on the Monterey Bay. They provide diving information, rent equipment, lead underwater tours, and coordinate dive boat excursions on their own vessel.

Monterey Tennis Center
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(831) 646-3881
Located on 401 Pearl Street in Monterey.

Pebble Beach Equestrian Center
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(831) 624-2756
Horseback riding throughout Pebble Beach.

ART GALLERIES
Christopher Bell Collection
(831) 649-0214
200 Alvarado, Portola Hotel & Spa main lobby

Venture Art Gallery
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(831) 372-6279
212 Alvarado, Portola Hotel & Spa main lobby

ATTRACTIONS
Hearst Castle
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(800) 444-4445
There are four separate tours of different sections of the castle. Tours start every 10 min and last approx. 1 hour and 45 min. Tours start at 8:20am - 3:40pm. Advance reservations are a must.

Missions
Carmel Mission Basilica is located on Rio Road, Carmel just off Hwy 1 South. This is the most authentically restored Franciscan Mission. Other missions include: San Antonio, Soledad and San Juan Bautista. Most open daily at 10am.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
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(831) 648-4888
Monterey Bay Aquarium is open 7 days a week. Winter hours 10am - 6pm. Summer hours and holidays 9:30am - 6pm. Adults are $19.95; seniors are $17.95; youths (12-17) & students are $15.95; disabled & children 3-13 are $8.95; children 3 & under are free. Group discounts are available with advance purchase of tickets. Tickets available for purchase at the front desk & concierge desk for guests staying at the Portola Hotel & Spa.

Pebble Beach & the 17th Mile Drive
(831) 625-4419
Located off Hwy 1 South (from Portola Hotel & Spa) at the main gate entrance. Open year round. The fee to enter is $8.25 per car.

Point Sur Lighthouse
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(831) 625-4419
This national historic landmark is the only complete turn-of-the-century light station open to the public in California. Located 19 miles south of Carmel along Route 1. Year-round.

WINERIES & TASTING ROOMS
Bargetto WineryVisit Web Site
(831) 373-4053
Oldest winery in Monterey. Located at 700 Cannery Row in Monterey. Attractions include winery/brewery, a wine tasting room, winery tours, group tours and gift shop.

Bernardus Winery
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(831) 659-1900
5 West Carmel Valley Road. Attractions include winery, wine tasting room and group tours. Advance reservations required for tours.

Chateau Julien Wine Estate
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(831) 624-2600
8940 Carmel Valley Road. Attractions include winery/brewery, a wine tasting room, winery tours, group tours, a gift shop, picnic areas, and beer tours. Advance reservations required for tours.

A Taste of Monterey
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(831) 646-5446
700 Cannery Row, in Monterey. Attractions include a wine tasting room, winery tours, group tours, and gift shop.

Terranova Fine Wines
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(831) 333-1313
315 Calle Principal, Monterey. Located across the street from the Portola Hotel & Spa. Attractions include large selections, educational seminars and wine tasting.

Ventana Vineyards
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(831) 372-7415
2999 Monterey - Salinas Hwy., in Monterey. Offers wine tasting room, gift shop, picnic area and group tours.

Wine From The Heart
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(831) 641-9463
241 Alvarado, in the Portola Hotel & Spa mall. This downtown shop specializes in California premium boutique wines and offers daily wine tastings and wine related gifts, glassware, and art. Private groups welcome!

MUSEUMS
Monterey Museum of Art
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559 Pacific Street, Monterey (831) 372-5477
720 Via Mirada, Monterey (831) 372-3689
Nationally accredited art museum of local and national artists. Wed - Sat 11am-5pm; Sun 1-4pm. Admission charge of $5 but free on the first Sun of the month.

Maritime Museum of Monterey
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(831) 373-2469
Located in Stanton Center on the Custom House Plaza, near Fisherman's Wharf. (behind Portola Hotel & Spa) open 10am - 5pm Tues - Sun. Admission charge.

National Steinbeck Center
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(831) 796-3833
Located in Salinas, about 30 min from Monterey using Hwy 68 East. 1 Main Street, Downtown Salinas. Open Mon - Sun 10am - 5pm. Admission: adults $10.95; seniors $8.95; youth 3-17 $7.95; children 3 and under free.

Pacific Grove Museum Of Natural History
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(831) 648-3116
An outstanding natural history museum located on the corner of Forest and Central Avenue, Pacific Grove. Open Tue - Sat 10am - 5pm. Free admission.

TOURS
AG Venture Tours
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(831)643-9463
AG Venture Tours specializes in agriculture, wine tasting and sightseeing tours of the Monterey Bay region of California.

Carmel Walks
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(831) 642-2700
Tours available Tues - Fri at 10am and Sat at 10am - 2pm. Admission is $20.00 per person.

Monterey Movie Tour
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(800) 343-6437
Hospitality & tourism award winner! Experience a spectacular 3-hour tour of the scenic Monterey Peninsula. DVD presentation in eight languages, complementing many of the wonderful sights and attractions. Free pick up.

Monterey Bay Whale Watch
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(831)375-4658
Year-round whale watching trips that leave from the docks of Fisherman's Wharf. Observe the spectacular diversity and abundance of whales and dolphins inhabiting the bay. Monterey is the best place in the nation to view a variety of marine mammals and seabirds. A marine biologist accompanies every excursion.

Monterey Whale Watching
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(831) 372-2203
Formerly Monterey Sport Fishing and Whale Cruises. A naturalist accompanies every excursion that leaves from the docks of Fisherman's Wharf.

Sanctuary Cruises
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(831) 643-0128
Year-round whale watching and special charters on the Monterey Bay National Sanctuary. A naturalist accompanies every excursion. The cruises leave from Moss Landing.