Old Monterey

Monterey
Golden State Theatre which includes theatre scenes and a city

Popular places to visit

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Colton Hall Museum

Find out about the early days of Californian state rules via the displays and guides in this historic 19th-century building.

Colton Hall Museum
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Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
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17-Mile Drive

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.

17-Mile Drive
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Cannery Row

4/5(64 reviews)

Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.

Cannery Row
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Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(91 reviews)

Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.

Fisherman's Wharf
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Del Monte Beach

5/5(5 reviews)

Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.

Del Monte Beach

Things to do

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Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

€65
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
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Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

€56
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
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Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures

€23
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
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Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Tour

€12
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Tour
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Monterey: Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with A Guide

€65
Per adult
Monterey: Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with A Guide
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Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

€65
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
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Top hotels in Old Monterey

Hotel Pacific
Hotel Pacific
3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA
The price is €139 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€139
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,118 reviews)
"We only stayed a night but overall it was a nice experience. The town is very quiet - not much going on-Peak season has passed."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

Hotel Pacific
Merritt House Hotel
Merritt House Hotel
2 out of 5
386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €242 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
€242
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (991 reviews)
"Great property! Enjoyed our stay and is in a great location staff was super nice. Very walkable. Was able to park at a pay to park a few blocks away for $10 a day. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024

Merritt House Hotel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is €235 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
€235
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,313 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
The price is €213 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
€213
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,397 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Carmel Mission Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is €332 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
€332
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,335 reviews)
"Property was georgious. Room was a little inconvenient to get to due to location after checking in. Easy access to everything in area. Staff was great"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is €207 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€207
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,418 reviews)
This hotel is a little gem!
"The location is excellence if you want to walk to restaurants and entertainment. The Hotel staff was very responsive and polite. The restaurant on site was delicious with great service. Shrimp appetizers and oysters are solid. 200 years and still a going. This hotel is a gem."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Monterey

Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.

Downtown Monterey
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Alta Mesa

While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.

Alta Mesa
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Oak Grove

While Oak Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Del Monte Golf Course.

Oak Grove
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Monterey Vista

While visiting Monterey Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Don Dahvee Park.

Monterey Vista
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Lighthouse District

4/5(9 area reviews)

Lighthouse District is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and popular aquarium, and you might also want to make a stop by Cannery Row, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Lighthouse District
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.

New Monterey

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