Cruises to Monterey (California)

Monterey, one of the more beautiful coastal cities of California, has more historic buildings in its downtown than any other city west of Santa Fe. Today it is best known for its beautiful coastline, its world-class aquarium and from the many John Steinbeck novels set there, including Cannery Row and Tortilla Flat. Monterey has many superb vineyards located near the town. There are a number of tasting rooms allowing visitors to try wines from throughout Monterey County while taking in a spectacular panoramic view of Monterey Bay. The California sea station of The Marine Mammal Center is located in Monterey to support sea rescue operations There is a variety of natural habitat in Monterey: littoral zone and sand dunes; closed-cone pine forest; and Monterey Cypress.