Aeneas Beach

A beautiful beach located right next to the Monterey Plaza Hotel entrance. You get some amazing views of the Pacific Ocean from the deck above or take the quick walk down some stairs to the beach. The views are stunning on both levels!

Best beach for launching SUPs and kayaks

Monterey Bay Aquarium Address: 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940 Features: A world-renowned aquarium offering up-close views of diverse marine life. It is particularly renowned for its marine ecosystem conservation and education programs. Features: Sea otters, jellyfish, large tanks of bluefin tuna, and sharks. Cannery Row History: This once bustling sardine cannery street became the setting for John Steinbeck's novel "Cannery Row." Status: Now a tourist attraction with shops, restaurants, and hotels. Monterey State Historic Park Features: A park preserving historic buildings from the 19th-century Spanish colonial and Mexican periods. Key Buildings: Custom House, Pacific House, Ronda Adobe, etc. 17-Mile Drive Route: A scenic coastal road along the Monterey Peninsula. Attractions: Pebble Beach Golf Links, Lone Cypress Tree, Bird Rock, Seal & Otter Point, etc. Fisherman's Wharf Features: A dense network of shops, restaurants, and souvenir shops, offering fresh seafood and a variety of marine activities. Activities: Whale watching tours, fishing trips, seafood restaurants, etc. Activities and Experiences Whale Watching Season: Migrating whales can be seen primarily in winter and spring. Departure Point: Whale watching tours departing from Fisherman's Wharf are popular. Kayaking and Paddleboarding Location: Available in Monterey Bay and nearby coastal areas. Experiences: Opportunity to observe sea otters, sea lions, and a variety of marine life up close. Cycling Route: Enjoy coastal scenery while cycling along the 17-Mile Drive.