If you feel the urge to splurge, Steinbeck Plaza is the place to go. Fashion, jewelry and general supplies — you're likely to find it here.

Plenty of travelers to Monterey have this shopper's paradise on their to-do list. But Steinbeck Plaza is just one of many spots worth visiting around these parts. If you've got time to kill, Monterey Bay Aquarium will keep you amused.

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