Monterey's Hidden 9 According to Insiders

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Monterey, a coastal city in California, offers hidden gems beyond its popular attractions like aquarium, Cannery Row, and 17-Mile Drive, attracting locals and tourists alike.

Fort Ord Dunes State Park is a former military base turned into a state park, located in Marina.

Fort Ord Dunes State Park

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Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is a hidden gem for nature lovers, located in Pacific Grove. 

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History

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Lucia Restaurant & Bar is a fine dining restaurant at Bernardus Lodge, located in Carmel Valley.

Chef’s Table at Lucia Restaurant & Bar

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China Cove at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is a secluded cove with turquoise water and white sand, located in Carmel.

China Cove at Point Lobos

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Laguna Seca Raceway is a famous racetrack, located in Salinas.

Twilight Bike Rides at Laguna Seca Raceway

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Path of History is a self-guided walking tour that takes you to the historic sites of Monterey, such as the Custom House, the Colton Hall, and the Royal Presidio Chapel.

Path of History in Monterey

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Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary is a magical place where thousands of monarch butterflies gather every winter, located in Pacific Grove.

Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary

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Arroyo Seco Gorge is a hidden oasis in the Ventana Wilderness, located in Greenfield. It is a series of pools, waterfalls, and cliffs, carved by the Arroyo Seco River.

Arroyo Seco Gorge

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Koko Crater Botanical Garden is a unique garden inside a volcanic crater, located in Honolulu. 

Koko Crater Botanical Garden

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