Attending an event at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca offers more than
just the excitement of a motorsport race. It is a world-famous
lifestyle destination that includes the Monterey Bay Aquarium,
Cannery Row, historic sites and many state, federal and regional
parks. Activities include shopping, dining, wine tasting and
golfing, to name just a few.
Whether you have a day – or two or three – Carmel-by-the-Sea will
reward you with some of the world’s finest scenery, historic
sites, art galleries, restaurants, and boutique shops. On foot,
by car, or both, there’s no lack of things to do. The following
suggested itineraries can help you make the most of your stay.
17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach is one of the best-known scenic
drives in the world. It takes visitors past dream homes and the
world’s greatest golf courses, as well as miles of scenic
coastline and the serene majesty of Del Monte Forest. Highway One
from Monterey through Big Sur is “the road trip of a lifetime.”
It’s a State Scenic Highway and has been declared an All-American
Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Scenic
Byways Program.
Fisherman’s Wharf in downtown Monterey should be on the “must-do”
list of every visitor to the area. This is a great place to take
in the sights and sounds and smells of Monterey. Because
neighboring Wharf 2 is the heart of the area’s thriving fishing
industry, you can usually watch the working trawlers unloading
the catch of the day — just look for all of the seagulls hoping
for a handout to know who’s had a successful day on the Bay!
Cannery Row is anchored by the Monterey Bay Aquarium and features
restaurants, hotels, specialty shops, local artists’ galleries
and wine tasting rooms, all stretching along the historic streets
and waterfront. Visitors can take in the wonders of the Monterey
Bay National Marine Sanctuary by scuba diving, kayaking, or bike
riding along the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreational Trail.
Discover life in Monterey’s bay without leaving dry land at the
Monterey Bay Aquarium. Dedicated to marine research and
conservation, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is known throughout the
world for its interactive exhibits and ability to present marine
life on a truly grand scale.
