Jacks Peak Travel Guide
Monterey
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Popular places to visit

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

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

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

17-Mile Drive
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.

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

Golden State Theatre
Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.
Things to do

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Jacks Peak

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Excellent service, amazing employees and exemplary guest environment overall.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Staff was friendly and very efficient!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The rooms were kept very clean and had very helpful and nice staff for the whole trip. The hotel is beautiful in and out with plenty of areas to enjoy the Ocean and has Very good food.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
We had a great stay. Everyone was friendly and the rooms were clean. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Great location! Bonus points for allowing dogs.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
we stayed in a junior suite & fell
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jacks Peak

Casanova Oak Knoll
While visiting Casanova Oak Knoll, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey County Fairgrounds and North Fremont Street.

Villa Del Monte
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Del Monte and surrounding area, you can visit Monterey County Fairgrounds and North Fremont Street.

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

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.

Del Monte Grove-Laguna Grande
Del Monte Grove-Laguna Grande might not have many top sights, but North Fremont Street and Monterey County Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Del Rey Oaks
Del Rey Oaks might not have many top sights, but North Fremont Street and Monterey County Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
