Scenic Monterey is a city located on Monterey Bay on the Monterey Peninsula along the California Pacific Coastline and is a very popular tourist destination. Some of Monterey's popular attractions are Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, and more. Cannery Row is a popular area with shops and restaurants and nightlife and was made famous by author John Steinbeck who was born in nearby Salinas, California. Monterey in the past had a thriving sardine industry. On Fisherman's wharf there are also restaurants and shops and offerings like whale watching, and others. Monterey area real estate has many fine homes and condos, including waterfront properties and properties with beautiful water views and much more. Scuba diving also draws many people to Monterey. Other activities available in Monterey include biking, kayaking, fishing, sailing, whale watching, golf, and more. Nearby Monterey are other interesting places such as Carmel-by-the Sea, Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove.

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