TRANSPORTATION & THINGS TO DO
Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
There is a regional airport in Monterey (MRY) that has daily flights from several large destinations including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Dallas, and Seattle. The major airlines that operate out of Monterey are United, American, Allegiant, Alaska, and JSX. It is the easiest location to fly into if you do not want to rent a car for the weekend since getting around by foot or Uber is very easy in Carmel. There are also several car rental companies that operate out of MRY.
SAN JOSE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SJC)
The San Jose International Airport is the closest major airport, located about 1-1.5 hours north. Most guests choose to fly into this airport and rent a car and drive south. Almost all major airlines and destinations fly into this airport.
SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SFO)
The San Francisco airport is the largest international airport in the region, with flights from all major airlines and destinations easily available. It is also the furthest airport and can take 2-3 hours to drive south depending on the traffic when you arrive. We highly encourage you to use the other two airports listed but SFO is possible if you also want to spend some time in the city by the bay while in California.
TRAVEL NOTE
Pebble Beach is located 2 hours south of San Francisco, 1 hour south of San Jose, and 10 Minutes south of Monterey.
Complementary parking is available at the venue. Ubers are plentiful from Carmel. The venue is about a ten minute drive from Carmel, and be sure to mention you are guests of the Twombly Lanasa Wedding at the gate (so you won't be billed for entrance!).
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Downtown Carmel has a variety of activities: whether you're looking for great food, wine tasting, shopping, or just a nice stroll down to the beach, it won't disappoint. More specific recommendations further below.
17 MILE DRIVE
17 Mile Drive, Del Monte Forest, CA
Bordered on either side by luxury homes, world-renowned golf courses, and the rocky Northern California coastline, Pebble Beach's 17-Mile Drive is a great way to take in the sights, whether you're driving, walking, or biking.
GOLF
When in Rome... This beautiful peninsula is home to incredible golf: Poppy Hills, Spanish Bay, Spyglass, and the iconic Pebble Beach to name a few. Tee times required in advance.
BIG SUR
Drive south on scenic Highway 1 for epic ocean views and a variety of hiking options. An hour south, McWay falls is a classic overlook and turnaround point. Further south, Sand Dollar Beach and Salmon Creek Falls are some favorite Big Sur stops.
MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM
886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
Located in the historic Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a great place to see native California ocean life, both in the wild and up close.
POINT LOBOS PRESERVE
Point Lobos is beautiful preserve with great hikes, ocean views, and if you're lucky, you will spot sea otters and sea lions out and about.
BERNARDUS WINERY
5 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924, (800) 223-2533
We love a good chardonnay and Bernardus makes one of the best in the area. This winery is a short drive from Monterey, if you'd prefer to try several wineries at once we've noted a few of our favorite tasting rooms in Carmel below.
WINE TASTING IN CARMEL
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
All the fun of local wine country, with an ocean view. Carmel is home to numerous tasting rooms. A few highlights: Hahn, Albatross Ridge Winery, Wrath Winery, Caraccioli Vineyards, Dawn’s Dream and De Tierra Winery.
THE SPA AT PEBBLE BEACH
1518 Cypress Drive, Del Monte Forest, CA 93953, (831) 574-5574
For those looking for a little relaxation, enjoy the treatments and unrivaled ocean views at Pebble Beach.
LA BICYCLETTE RESTAURANT
7th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923, (831) 622-9899
Our favorite restaurant! Get the gnocchi, trust me!
THE BREAKFAST CLUB
1130 Fremont Boulevard, Seaside, CA 93955, (831) 394-3238
HAY’S PLACE
3253 Stevenson Drive, Del Monte Forest, CA 93953
Casual restaurant off the par 3 course, great for happy hour with a view.
COTTAGE OF SWEETS
Ocean Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923, (831) 624-5170
CULTURA COMIDA Y BEBIDA
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921, (831) 250-7005
Our go-to for upscale Mexican in Carmel. Great for meat eaters and vegetarians alike.
PASSIONFISH
701 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, (831) 655-3311
Sustainable, local and delicious seafood.
HAHN CARMEL TASTING ROOM
Ocean Avenue - In Carmel Plaza, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923, (831) 250-7937
Great tasting room right near one of our favorite cheese shops. Enjoy a tasting of wine then cheese or pickup supplies for a picnic near the beach.
THE CHEESE SHOP
Ocean Avenue - In Carmel Plaza, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921, (831) 625-2272
It may seem odd for us to include a cheese shop, but it's a few doors down from Hahn tasting room and has literally one of the largest selections of cheese and most informed staff we've ever met. Try as many cheeses as you want!