Kickstart your journey with a delicious breakfast at Mama's on Washington Square, known for its fluffy French toast and fresh crab omelets that keep locals and visitors coming back.
Drive from San Francisco to Monterey, which takes about 2.5 hours on the Pacific Coast Highway, enjoying stunning coastal views along the route.
Explore one of the world’s premier aquariums, where you can marvel at incredible marine life, including sea otters and colorful jellyfish, perfect for family-friendly fun.
After breakfast, it's a short 5-minute drive to the aquarium from the restaurant.
Grab a light lunch at Cannery Row, where you can find seafood shacks and quaint cafes; consider trying a clam chowder bread bowl while soaking in the seaside atmosphere.
Walk over to Cannery Row, just a 10-minute stroll from the aquarium.
Stretch your legs with a short hike through Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, known for its stunning redwood trees and beautiful waterfalls, immersing you in nature.
Drive approximately 15 minutes into the park from Highway 1.