What are some must-see attractions on the Monterey Peninsula?

Hipcamp staff
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Some must-see attractions on the Monterey Peninsula near Seaside include a scenic seafront drive, the Point Pinos Lighthouse dating back to 1855, and Carmel at the southern end of the peninsula, where you can tour an 18th-century mission or simply stroll around town checking out its famously quirky storybook houses.

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