Title: Things to Do in Marina in 2026 | Expedia.com [Marina Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Marina.dx8709)[Hotels in Marina](https://expedia.com/Marina-Hotels.d8709.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Marina](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Marina.d8709.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Marina](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Marina.d8709.Car-Rental-Guide)[Marina Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Marina.d8709.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Marina ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Marina Types of activities [Marina Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Marina.dx8709) ![Fort Ord Dunes State Park which includes views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151264/0760313b-85a0-4091-b90d-7694383283ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Ord Dunes State Park which includes views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151264/0760313b-85a0-4091-b90d-7694383283ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Ord Dunes State Park which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151264/4709c665-3aad-4aea-b472-3fdbb9ca4763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Ord Dunes State Park featuring wildflowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151264/f0f4460a-a212-434d-a140-f4c475922b25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Ord Dunes State Park showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151264/8ba0e4a0-37ef-46fc-8952-aeb24b8529ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ## Recommended things to do in Marina | Number of things to do | 57 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/carmel-by-the-seas-fairytale-houses-a-self-guided-walking-tour.a1220196.activity-details): $6 | | Top 5 things to do | [Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details)[Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour](/things-to-do/monterey-monterey-bay-dolphin-and-whale-watching-boat-tour.a44835729.activity-details)[Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland](/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details)[Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour](/things-to-do/monterey-carmel-pacific-coast-highway-full-day-tour.a219712.activity-details)[Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/scenic-17-mile-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a647267.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/scenic-17-mile-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a647267.activity-details)[Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay](/things-to-do/explore-big-sur-self-guided-audio-tour-from-monterey-or-morro-bay.a787313.activity-details)[Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo](/things-to-do/monterey-treasure-hunt-the-ride-ticket-power-up-combo.a47761192.activity-details)[Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Monterey](/things-to-do/mini-golf-9-hole-course-in-monterey.a48908844.activity-details)[Treasure Hunt Ride Ticket and 1 Power-Up Combo](/things-to-do/treasure-hunt-the-ride-unlimited-day-pass-power-up-combo.a46428103.activity-details) | | With kids | [Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details)[Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour](/things-to-do/monterey-monterey-bay-dolphin-and-whale-watching-boat-tour.a44835729.activity-details)[Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland](/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details)[Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour](/things-to-do/monterey-carmel-pacific-coast-highway-full-day-tour.a219712.activity-details)[Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr](/things-to-do/montereys-17-mile-drive-electric-bike-tour-3-hour.a1385287.activity-details) | ## What to do in Marina --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Marina? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Marina ![Sunset waves at Marina Dunes Natural Preserves near Monterey California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555875002/c5606f37-d9f9-4c6d-a41d-169510fd026f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marina Dunes Preserve 5/5(1 review) You can take time to visit Marina Dunes Preserve during your travels to Marina. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Marina-Dunes-Preserve-Marina.d553248621555875002.Vacation-Attraction) ![#waterlust ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8709/a4a0dba3-3bc4-4ced-9895-48247d9614be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marina State Beach 4.5/5(13 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Marina State Beach during your travels in Marina? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Marina-State-Beach-Marina.d6151262.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cinemark Century Marina You can take time to visit Cinemark Century Marina during your travels to Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Cinemark-Century-Marina-Marina.d941654267650048000.Vacation-Attraction) #### East Campus Dog Park After visiting East Campus Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marina. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/East-Campus-Dog-Park-Marina.d906162672192815104.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Marina ![View of Monterey Bay in California, from a nearby hilltop, including cities of Monterey and Seaside. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6524/828b5353-9e5c-432a-873d-175bc80921e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Seaside ![0_AKG6JB](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9904/cd3acd18-3345-482c-b8ac-e6c1e29bbb8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Salinas ![Castroville artichokes in the setting sun](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337749/d6b08ed9-5d33-4da7-990f-9ec1cde591eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Castroville ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Marina worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Marina? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Marina? ### Is three days enough to stay in Marina? ### What are some activities to do in Marina with kids? > - [Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details) > - [Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-monterey-bay-dolphin-and-whale-watching-boat-tour.a44835729.activity-details) > - [Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details) > - [Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-carmel-pacific-coast-highway-full-day-tour.a219712.activity-details) > - [Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/montereys-17-mile-drive-electric-bike-tour-3-hour.a1385287.activity-details) ### What to do in Marina for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Marina?