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Overview
Located in the city of Monterey, Aeneas Beach is a small and narrow beach situated in front of the 4-Star Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. Aeneas Beach is a dog-friendly beach and offers a couple of fun activities including swimming and photography – the beach is a perfect destination for Instagram-worthy pictures. To access Aeneas Beach, drive down to a paid parking lot near 200 Cannery Row and walk four minutes north to the beach.
Activities
If you are looking for attractions near Aeneas Beach, you can drive three minutes to Monterey Bay Aquarium that is home to many incredible sea creatures including jellyfish, great white sharks, captive killer whales, rockfishes, African penguins, and the Pacific Sea nettles. The historic and first surfing museum in the world Santa Cruz Surfing Museum features photographs, videos, and surfboards related to 100 years of surfing history in Santa Cruz, exhibitions, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse – an awesome vista point to watch the surfing culture and click Instagram-worthy pictures. Another great attraction near Aeneas Beach is Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a lively and famous seaside promenade featuring street performers, bodybuilders, amusement parks, restaurants, tourist shops, a great skateboard park, and kayak and boat riding facilities.
Attractions
If you are looking for attractions near Aeneas Beach, you can drive three minutes to Monterey Bay Aquarium that is home to many incredible sea creatures including jellyfish, great white sharks, captive killer whales, rockfishes, African penguins, and the Pacific Sea nettles. The historic and first surfing museum in the world Santa Cruz Surfing Museum features photographs, videos, and surfboards related to 100 years of surfing history in Santa Cruz, exhibitions, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse – an awesome vista point to watch the surfing culture and click Instagram-worthy pictures. Another great attraction near Aeneas Beach is Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a lively and famous seaside promenade featuring street performers, bodybuilders, amusement parks, restaurants, tourist shops, a great skateboard park, and kayak and boat riding facilities.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a four-minute drive of Aeneas Beach. The seafood restaurant Rocky Point Restaurant offers surf ‘n’ turf, oysters, fish tacos, and margaritas. If you like Italian cuisine, Il Vecchio has a nice bar and features gelato, pizza, pasta, brodetto, polenta, and risotto. Another good restaurant near Aeneas Beach is Mission Ranch Restaurant that serves American comfort food in a farmhouse with pastoral views that was restored by Clint Eastwood.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near Aeneas Beach, you can drive 17 minutes to upscale 4-Star oceanfront hotel Hyatt Carmel Highlands, Overlooking Big Sur Coast & Highlands Inn, A Hyatt Residence Club featuring a pool, lounge, restaurant, fitness center, and hiking and diving tours. The 4-Star Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa has many amenities including a lounge, spa, sauna, restaurant, and fitness center. La Playa Carmel is a historic stone-fronted hotel with 75 beautiful ocean view rooms and suites – and has a nice pool and bar. If you are looking for an affordable hotel near Aeneas Beach, the 2-Star pet-friendly hotel Carmel Resort Inn offers two restaurants and a café.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does Aeneas Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.
Does Aeneas Beach have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Aeneas Beach a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Aeneas Beach good for swimming?
Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.
Does Aeneas Beach have restrooms?
No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.
Is Aeneas Beach a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Aeneas Beach?
No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.
What are the activities at Aeneas Beach?
No, this Beach is not known for any activities in particular.
Does Aeneas Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Aeneas Beach a dog-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.
Is Aeneas Beach good for surfing?
No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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