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Monterey
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

Popular places to visit

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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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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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San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater

Explore the great outdoors at San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater, a lovely green space in Monterey. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.

San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
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Steinbeck Plaza

You can find out about the history of Monterey with a trip to Steinbeck Plaza. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.

Steinbeck Plaza
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Coast Guard Pier

Explore the waterfront of Coast Guard Pier in Monterey, and enjoy activities such as golfing. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.

Coast Guard Pier
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McAbee Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at McAbee Beach during your trip to Monterey?

McAbee Beach

Things to do

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Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

฿282
Per adult
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
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Authentic Boxing Training

฿1,057
Per adult
Authentic Boxing Training
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Monterey Bay Full-Day Kayak Rental: Otters, Seals and Sea Lions

฿1,410
Per adult
Monterey Bay Full-Day Kayak Rental: Otters, Seals and Sea Lions
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4 Hour Rental - Electric

฿1,938
Per adult
4 Hour Rental - Electric
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Scenic 17-Mile Drive Tour - Self Drive Audio Guide from Monterey & Carmel

฿528
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic 17-Mile Drive Tour - Self Drive Audio Guide from Monterey & Carmel
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Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Drive, Rocky Point 6 hrs from Monterey

฿20,087
Per adult
Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Drive, Rocky Point 6 hrs from Monterey
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Top hotels in New Monterey

Cannery Row Inn
Cannery Row Inn
2 out of 5
200 Foam St Monterey, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,424 per night from 30 May to 31 May
฿4,424
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay while in Monterey. The place is generally clean. Our room was cleaned and tidy each day. Two minor demerits have to do with noise level and room amenities. Since we were in a room that abuts the street, the vehicle noise from the street was quite loud. I am pretty sure the ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Cannery Row Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿11,819 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
฿11,819
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,346 reviews)
"Love this hotel"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿9,511 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿9,511
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The bed was comfy. The room was very clean. We walked in the bathroom and could smell bleach which is a good thing. Housekeeping was so nice. We asked for a fan and they found one for us. The location was convenient. Everything was walking distance or you could take the trolley for free to Fisherman's ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
Victorian Inn
Victorian Inn
3 out of 5
487 Foam St, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿6,785 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
฿6,785
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,270 reviews)
Good family getaway
"We went for a 4 night stay and enjoyed our time with two little ones. Walkable to most things, quiet area, clean and no issues with the room. Only minor issue I had was that they did not offer any complimentary water or snacks and charge $4 for a basic/no name bottle at the front desk. We ran low ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Victorian Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 out of 5
242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿10,572 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿10,572
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely oceanside hotel in a quiet and convenient location just 5 mins from Cannery Row and Downtown (on foot). Great array of coffee shops and restaurants nearby and parking on site (extra). Staff at the hotel are lovely. Polite and well informed, nothing appears to be too much trouble. Rooms are ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Monterey Bay Inn
Spindrift Inn
Spindrift Inn
3.5 out of 5
652 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿10,937 per night from 30 May to 31 May
฿10,937
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Good place to spend some quiet time with the family. Nice ocean views, helpful staff."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Spindrift Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around New Monterey

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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
Golden State Theatre showing a city and theatre scenes

Old Monterey

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and popular aquarium. You might also want to check out attractions like Waterfront or Perry House while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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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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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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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