Still looking for places to take your mom on Mother’s Day in Monterey? The Monterey Bay area has plenty of activities for your mom to enjoy. Here are a handful of places in and around Monterey that are sure to bring a smile to your mom’s face.
Spa
Pamper your mom with a day at the spa. Give her the opportunity to relax and feel rejuvenated with a massage or facial. Curate her experience to help her make the most out of her visit. A wellness day is always appreciated!
WHALE WATCHING
There’s nothing like observing the beautiful marine life living in the Monterey Bay. Princess Monterey Whale Watching offers large, comfortable vessels for you to see killer whales, gray whales, humpback whales, and blue whales, depending on the season. You might even see dolphins and porpoises!
WINE TASTING
Did you know about Monterey wine country? Monterey’s moderate climate makes it one of the world’s premier wine growing regions. A Taste of Monterey is located along Cannery Row features wine from more than 90 Monterey-area wineries.
MONTEREY BAY COASTAL RECREATION TRAIL
Perhaps your mom is an outdoorsy-type? Take her for a walk along the coast on one of the most unique and scenic trails in California, the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail. If she’s got a bike, take her riding along the whole 19 mile stretch from Castroville, through Fort Ord Dunes State Park, and on to Pacific Grove, ending along the Monterey Bay!
AFFORDABLE HOTEL IN MONTEREY
Located near several major Monterey attractions, including Fisherman’s Wharf, De Anza Inn is an ideal place for visiting couples and families to stay. At DeAnza Inn, expect spacious rooms, affordable rates and service from a team of people who care.
Monterey is home to a wide array of events and festivals, many unique to its coastal location. When you visit, don’t miss the opportunity to attend a few of these events!
WHERE TO STAY
De Anza Inn
An optimal family retreat, with spacious bedrooms and a convenient location near all of Monterey Peninsula’s major attractions.
2141 North Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940. 800.858.8775