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Marina

California, United States · North America

About Marina

Marina works well as a base: 15 minutes from Seaside, 19km from 17-Mile Drive.

Marina is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 21,229, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Marina sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Marina to your route.

About Marina

Marina is a city in Monterey County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 22,359, up from 19,718 in 2010. The city is located along the central coast of California, 8 miles (13 km) west of Salinas and 8 miles (13 km) northeast of Monterey. It is on California State Route 1 between

Read more Monterey and Santa Cruz and sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 m). Marina was incorporated in 1975 and is the newest city in the Monterey area. It includes part of the California State University, Monterey Bay campus, the UC Santa Cruz UC MBEST center, and the Veterans Transition Center (VTC). In 2012, Marina was named one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's Promise Alliance. The Fort Ord Station Veterinary Hospital, built in 1941 to provide healthcare for U.S. Army horses and mules, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014.

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Marina offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Marina located?

Marina is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 36.6844 latitude, -121.8022 longitude.

What is the population of Marina?

Marina has a population of approximately 21,229 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
21,229
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
36.6844, -121.8022

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Marina

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Famous for the Corkscrew - a dramatic downhill left-right chicane

12 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Monterey Bay Aquarium

World-class aquarium on Cannery Row showcasing the marine habitats of Monterey Bay with living kelp forests.

12 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Pebble Beach (Concours d'Elegance Venue)

The hallowed 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links hosts the world's most prestigious classic car competition each August.

19 km · about 20 min drive

coastal drive

17-Mile Drive

Legendary private toll road winding through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove, passing the Lone Cypress, crashing surf at Bird Rock, and fairways of Pebble Beach Golf Links.

19 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Bixby Bridge Viewpoint (Big Sur)

The iconic concrete arch bridge spanning a deep canyon on the PCH, one of the most photographed bridges on the California coast.

36 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Big Sur

A rugged stretch of California coastline between Carmel and San Simeon with dramatic cliffs, redwood forests, and the iconic Bixby Creek Bridge.

46 km · about 55 min drive

coastal drive

Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1)

Iconic coastal highway stretching along California's stunning coastline

49 km · about 55 min drive

cafe

Nepenthe Restaurant

A clifftop restaurant perched 800 feet above the Pacific on Big Sur's Highway 1, offering breathtaking ocean views and famous ambrosia burgers since 1949.

50 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Marina

  • 19 km17-Mile DriveLegendary private toll road winding through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove, passing the Lone Cypress, crashing surf at Bird Rock, and fairways of Pebble Beach Golf Links.
  • 36 kmBixby Bridge Viewpoint (Big Sur)The iconic concrete arch bridge spanning a deep canyon on the PCH, one of the most photographed bridges on the California coast.
  • 46 kmBig SurA rugged stretch of California coastline between Carmel and San Simeon with dramatic cliffs, redwood forests, and the iconic Bixby Creek Bridge.
  • 49 kmPacific Coast Highway (Highway 1)Iconic coastal highway stretching along California's stunning coastline
  • 60 kmMcWay Falls Viewpoint (Big Sur)A pull-off overlooking an 80-foot waterfall that cascades directly onto a pristine sandy beach in a sheltered cove.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Marina.

Seaside

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 33,025

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10 km awayPop. 6,481

Del Rey Oaks

🇺🇸 United States

11 km awayPop. 1,688

Boronda

🇺🇸 United States

11 km awayPop. 1,710

Monterey

🇺🇸 United States

12 km awayPop. 28,338

Pacific Grove

🇺🇸 United States

13 km awayPop. 15,674

Salinas

🇺🇸 United States

13 km awayPop. 157,380

Prunedale

🇺🇸 United States

16 km awayPop. 17,560

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