Marina is a city in Monterey County, California. The United States Census Bureau estimated its 2019 population at 22,781. Marina is wonderfully diverse, teeming with options for food, culture, and adventure.

Moss Landing is a census-designated place in Monterey County, California. Moss Landing is located 15 miles (24 km) north-northeast of Monterey, at an elevation of 10 feet (3 m). It is located on the shore of Monterey Bay, at the mouth of Elkhorn Slough, and at the head of the submarine Monterey Canyon. It had a population of 204 in 2010.

Carmel Valley is an unincorporated community in Monterey County, California. In 1946, Byington Ford and Tirey L. Ford Jr. developed the Carmel Valley Village, which included an airpark, shops, and homes. At the time of the 2020 census the population was 4,524, up from 4,407 at the 2010 census.

Pebble Beach is an unincorporated community on the Monterey Peninsula in Monterey County, California. The small coastal residential community of mostly single-family homes is also notable as a resort destination, and the home of the golf courses of Cypress Point Club, Monterey Peninsula Country Club, and Pebble Beach Golf Links.

Pacific Grove is a coastal city in Monterey County, California. The 2010 United States Census population is 15,041. Pacific Grove is located between Point Pinos and Monterey. It is a wonderful place to visit for a weekend getaway or a family vacation.

Carmel-by-the-Sea, often called simply Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California. It is a place to get away from it all without sacrificing the big-city offerings of art, theater, music, dining, shopping, spas, and more. You can fine-dine at a number of four-star restaurants or eat al fresco at the beach.

Seaside is a city located on the Monterey Peninsula in Monterey County, California. It is situated along the beautiful coast of the Pacific Ocean and has a population of approximately 34,000 people. The city is known for its stunning beaches, including Seaside Beach, Fort Ord Beach, and Del Monte Beach. These beaches offer visitors the opportunity to swim, surf, kayak, and relax on the sand.

Big Sur is a rugged and beautiful stretch of coastline located in Central California, stretching approximately 90 miles along Highway 1 between Carmel and San Simeon. Known for its dramatic cliffs, rocky coastline, pristine beaches, and scenic vistas, Big Sur is one of California's most popular tourist destinations. The population is about 1,463.

Salinas is a city located in Monterey County, California, United States. It is located about 8 miles east-southeast of the city of Monterey and 50 miles south of San Jose. Salinas has a population of around 160,000 people, making it the most populous city in Monterey County.

Gonzales is a city located in Monterey County, California, in the Salinas Valley. The city has a population of approximately 8,500 residents and is known for its agricultural industry, particularly its production of lettuce, broccoli, and wine grapes.