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what to do in pebble beach other than golf

by Earlene Osinski DVM Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Take a Trail Ride in Pebble Beach See Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Shop in Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Vineyards and Tasting Rooms in Carmel Valley Hike at Point Lobos or Big Sur Race, Bike or Spectate at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Experience 2 Premier Private Clubs in Pebble Beach

Things to Do on a Trip to Monterey:
  • Drive or Bike 17-Mile Drive.
  • Take a Trail Ride in Pebble Beach.
  • See Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
  • Shop in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
  • Visit Vineyards and Tasting Rooms in Carmel Valley.
  • Hike at Point Lobos or Big Sur.
  • Race, Bike or Spectate at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

Full Answer

Is Pebble Beach a good golf course?

“This is the ultimate round of golf along the ocean, creating one of the most beautiful atmospheres in golf—especially the stretch of holes from four to 10. A day at Pebble Beach, no matter your score, will always be a good day.” “Pebble did a great job eliminating a weakness of the course with the redesign of its 14th green.

What are the best golf courses at Pebble Beach?

My top 10 courses you can play on the Monterey Peninsula

  1. Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach. What else is there to write about Pebble Beach? ...
  2. Spyglass Hill Golf Course, Pebble Beach. Some golfers actually favor this 6,960-yard design by Robert Trent Jones Sr. ...
  3. The Links at Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach. ...
  4. Bayonet at Bayonet/Black Horse, Seaside. ...
  5. Poppy Hills Golf Course, Pebble Beach. ...
  6. Quail Lodge & Golf Club, Carmel. ...

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How to take a dream golf trip to Pebble Beach?

This Pebble Beach golf package includes:

  • 3 night stay at The Inn at Spanish Bay in a Garden View room
  • 2 night stay at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa or similar
  • 1 round of golf at Pebble Beach Golf Links
  • 1 round of golf at The Links at Spanish Bay
  • 1 round of golf at Poppy Hills Golf Course
  • 1 round of golf at Pasatiempo Golf Club
  • Carts at all courses
  • All taxes and resort fees

What is the cheapest way to play Pebble Beach?

What is the cheapest way to play Pebble Beach?

  • Travel during the Off-Season. Between December and March, the most cheap season to play at Pebble Beach is. Tee times at Pebble Beach are available at the last minute. ...
  • It’s Important to Consider Group Sizes.
  • Take the ‘Normal Route.’ Make lasting memories in Pebble Beach.

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What sport can you play at Pebble Beach?

Pebble Beach Golf Links is the site of golf's most prestigious tournaments, such as the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Amand the U.S. Open in 1972, '82, '92, '00 and '10. Designed by Jack Neville and Douglas Grant, the course hugs the rugged coastline, providing wide-open vistas, cliffside fairways and sloping greens.

Can you play at Pebble Beach without staying there?

It's not a requirement that you need to stay to play, though it's strongly advised. That's because if you're a guest of one of the Pebble Beach Resorts properties (The Lodge at Pebble Beach, The Inn at Spanish Bay), you can book Pebble Beach times up to 18 months in advance.

Can normal people play at Pebble Beach?

Is Pebble Beach open to the public? Yes. Unlike most of the USA's famous courses, like Augusta National, for example, Pebble Beach is in fact open to the public. You can either play the course as a guest of the resort.

Can you walk on the beach at Pebble Beach?

U.S. Open: You can walk onto the course at Pebble Beach ... but we wouldn't advise it. PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — Jordan Spieth was standing at the edge of the ankle-deep rough along the right side of the ninth hole on Friday.

Can you wear jeans at Pebble Beach?

A memorable way to explore Pebble Beach is with a guided trail ride from the Equestrian Center. Be sure to wear jeans and tennis shoes — otherwise dress comfortably. Jeans will also help protect you from anything you might brush up against during your ride or hike.

What is the cheapest way to play Pebble Beach?

Go in the Slow Season The most affordable time to play Pebble Beach is between December and March. No, the weather isn't always great this time of year, with a higher threat of rain and cold weather, but it'll save a few bucks. You'll likely still pay around $550, but it's $25 cheaper than the busy season.

How much does it cost to play a round at Pebble Beach?

$575Pebble Beach green fees for a standard round are a whopping $550 per person and will increase to $575 on April 1, 2020. In addition to that initial price, it costs $45 per person to use a cart. If you choose to go the caddie route and walk, which is recommended, the caddie fee will run you another $95 per bag.

How much do you tip a Pebble Beach caddy?

$60-$120A respectable tip for a single caddie is $60-$120 and $100-$140 for a double bag. The caddies at Pebble are what make the round(s) so memorable and they know the greens like no other and provide knowledge about not only the course, but the entire Monterey Peninsula. Happy Golfing at the World's #1 golf destination.

How much does a round at Augusta cost?

There are roughly 300 members of Augusta National, and being invited by one of them is the quickest way to get a round in at the famous course. Members are allowed to bring a guest on the course for a relatively small fee of $40.

Can you swim in Pebble Beach?

You can swim in the ocean and boogie board from Pebble Beach. Many locals choose to swim and surfboard/boogie board from South Beach, located at the southern entrance to Crescent City along US Highway 101. A wetsuit is strongly advised wherever you swim or boogie board.

What is the best time of year to go to Pebble Beach?

For the best time to go in terms of access and affordability, the smart money is on November through March. Holidays are a slower time at Pebble, especially so between Christmas and the start of the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am in early February.

What is Pebble Beach famous for?

Making History Since 1919 Pebble Beach is the only course to host USGA championships in back-to-back years more than once, and will host 10 future USGA championships, the next being the 2023 U.S. Women's Open and the 2027 U.S. Open Championship.

Experience 2 Premier Private Clubs in Pebble Beach

As a guest of Pebble Beach Resorts, you enjoy unique access to a pair of private social and recreational clubs. Both boast beautiful ocean views, picturesque pools, plus an array of fitness and tennis amenities.

Shop at Pebble Beach

Find unique golf apparel and merchandise, plus rare works of art and mementos at our 17 boutique stores across Pebble Beach Resorts.

Explore Monterey County

From Monterey’s historic Cannery Row and celebrated aquarium, to Carmel’s quaint European charm and oasis-like beach, to Big Sur’s seminal Bixby Bridge and grandiose beauty, to Carmel Valley’s rapid rise as a coveted winery locale, a trip to the Monterey Peninsula can book up pretty quickly!

Where to Stay

Travel + Leisure readers loved this hotel so much, it wound up on this year's World's Best Awards list for the Top Resorts in California.

Where to Eat

In the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea's charming downtown area, Grasings is known for their award-winning wine list and hearty twists on classic dishes like the pan-seared, sesame-glazed salmon with whole wheat soba noodles and grilled swordfish with balsamic lentils and bacon-infused potatoes.

What to Do

Golf and Pebble Beach are synonymous, and for the diehard player, Pebble Beach Golf Links is the pinnacle when it comes to public courses ( Golf Digest ranks it #1). It has hosted six U.S. Opens (more than any other course in the past five decades) and is set to host its seventh in 2027.

How far in advance can you reserve a tee time at Pebble Beach?

You don’t need to stay at a Pebble Beach Resorts property to play their namesake trophy course, but it’s strongly advised: Guests at The Lodge at Pebble Beach or the Inn at Spanish Bay can reserve a tee time up to 18 months in advance.

How much does the Lodge at Pebble Beach cost?

The Lodge at Pebble Beach ($815–$4,100) Stay here if you’re a traditionalist. Rooms are cozy and classically furnished, and you’ll be situated in the heart of the resort—right on the Pebble Beach Golf Links, near the Spa, amid many enticing shops and the legendary putting green.

How many yards is Pebble Beach Golf Links?

Pebble Beach Golf Links is 7,040 yards from the tips, the shortest layout on the PGA Tour. Still, the creative design and ever-changing wind and weather patterns make Pebble Beach one of the most challenging courses. The design rewards smart strategy, and on the steeply pitched greens, it’s essential to leave the ball below the hole.

What is Pebble Beach Golf Links?

Pebble Beach Golf Links is part of a group of resorts and golf courses. The other courses (Spyglass Hill, The Links at Spanish Bay, Del Monte and Peter Hay) cost less to play. The resorts provide complimentary shuttle service from course to course and to the resorts.

How much is Casa Palmero?

Casa Palmero ($975–$3,105) Upscale and intimate, with just 24 rooms, this resort-within-a-resort is located in The Lodge complex and along Pebble’s first and second fairways. It’s polished, quiet and close to the Spa and the Beach Club.

How much does it cost to walk Del Monte?

One of the region’s best bargains is to walk Del Monte in the late afternoon for $45, plus a tenner for pull cart. Touted as the oldest course in continuous play west of the Mississippi, Del Monte isn’t a must-play, but it’s surely a fun play.

Who designed Pebble Beach?

Jack Neville and Douglas Grant designed Pebble Beach despite having no course design experience. In 1972, Neville told the San Francisco Chronicle, “It took a little imagination, but not much. Years before it was built, I could see this place as a golf links. Nature had intended it to be nothing else.

2. Get close to nature at Huntington Beach

If unspoiled, natural beaches are more your idea of seaside bliss, Huntington Beach State Park is the place for you. Located in a State Park a half hour south of Myrtle Beach proper, here you won’t find any of the tourist kiosks or kitschy stores, just sand dunes, beach grasses and 3 miles of expansive, sandy shoreline.

3. Take a Segway Tour at Huntington State Park

I’ve always wanted to try riding a Segway (ever since I saw Niles Crane riding one in the sitcom Frasier ), but I was a little surprised when I learned that Myrtle Beach Segway actually offers tours right in Huntington Park, given that this was a State Park.

4. Visit Atalaya Castle

Huntington State Park was once the private property of Anna and Archer Huntington, a philanthropic, artistic couple who built a winter home here to help alleviate Anna’s recurring tuberculosis.

5. Breathe in the Art at Brookgreen Gardens

Brookgreen Gardens deserves an entire article of its own, not just because of its size (almost 10,000 acres), its beautiful grounds, or its extensive collection of figurative sculpture, but because of its patrons, Anna and Archer Huntington.

8. Take in a Show at the Carolina Opry

I’m always a little skeptical when it comes to ‘musical variety shows’ that have a southern feel, (maybe because I grew up in the days when Hee Haw was on TV), so when I heard about Myrtle Beach’s top attraction being the Carolina Opry, I was a little leery. But it turns out I was in for a big surprise.

9. Tear up the Track with a NASCAR Experience

If you like loud engines, speed and the thrill of an adrenaline rush, you’ll want to check out the NASCAR Experience at Myrtle Beach Speedway.

10. Pig out on Southern Comfort Food

Fried green tomatoes, chicken fried chicken, collard greens and grits are all part of Southern food culture, and if you want to try these calorific comfort foods, there’s no better place to go for authentic recipes and sheer abundance than Paula Deen’s restaurant at Broadway at the Beach.

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