The Top 10 Monterey & Carmel Tours and Activities 2026

Monterey & Carmel, USA

The City Balloon Tours Top 10 Monterey & Carmel list brings together the best tours, activities, and things to do in the area. Each one has been traveler-tested by people like you and handpicked to deliver the most fun for the best prices in Monterey & Carmel.

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Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

The El Cat, built right here in Moss Landing, is a fully electric, 32 passenger, Coast Guard-certified vessel. This is a custom 37’ catamaran built …More

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The El Cat, built right here in Moss Landing, is a fully electric, 32 passenger, Coast Guard-certified vessel. This is a custom 37’ catamaran built...

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Monterey Whale Watching Tour

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and …More

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We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$70
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Keep an eye out for sea lions, deer, harbor seals, and tide pools along this immersive coastal adventure. Explore the world-famous 17-Mile Drive on an …More

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Keep an eye out for sea lions, deer, harbor seals, and tide pools along this immersive coastal adventure. Explore the world-famous 17-Mile Drive on an...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

Embark on a 4-hour whale watching tour. All trips are narrated by a naturalist or marine biologist guide, who will also spend one on one …More

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Embark on a 4-hour whale watching tour. All trips are narrated by a naturalist or marine biologist guide, who will also spend one on one...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the eerie streets of Monterey with our captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an experienced local guide and haunted …More

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the eerie streets of Monterey with our captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an experienced local guide and haunted...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of …More

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The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind …More

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Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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Monterey Bay Kayak Rental Two Hours: Otters, Seals and Sea Lions

When in Monterey, kayaking on the bay is a must. Most renters describe this activity as the highlight of their visit to the area. There …More

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When in Monterey, kayaking on the bay is a must. Most renters describe this activity as the highlight of their visit to the area. There...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Ultimate Monterey Bay, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

Monterey GoCar Tour: See it all from 1 to 3 hours. IF BOOKING MORE THAN ONE CAR MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS. Zip past traffic and dive …More

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Monterey GoCar Tour: See it all from 1 to 3 hours. IF BOOKING MORE THAN ONE CAR MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS. Zip past traffic and dive...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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4 hour Electric Bike Rental on 17 Mile Drive

Our powerful eBikes will let you climb the steep hills of Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea with ease! With over 40 miles of scenic coastline to …More

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Our powerful eBikes will let you climb the steep hills of Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea with ease! With over 40 miles of scenic coastline to...

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