Monterey Vista Travel Guide

Monterey

Popular places to visit

Monterey Bay Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

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
17-Mile Drive featuring rugged coastline and a beach

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
Cannery Row which includes a beach as well as a small group of people

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
Fisherman\'s Wharf which includes boating and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

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
Del Monte Beach featuring mist or fog and a sandy beach

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
San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater

San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater during your travels in Monterey? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.

San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater

Things to do

Picture 9 for Activity Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

฿1,944
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

฿2,430
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
If you stay around long enough, you may feel a tug at your pant leg at Colton Hall Jail.

Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures

฿778
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

฿2,268
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

฿3,078
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

฿950
per adult
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey
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Top hotels in Monterey Vista

Stargazer Inn and Suites
Stargazer Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,515 reviews)
"Stayed"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

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Mariposa Inn & Suites
Mariposa Inn & Suites
3 out of 5
1386 Munras Avenue, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿4,520 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿4,520
฿5,163 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,359 reviews)
"Wonderful place. Would definitely recommend it to anyone"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Mariposa Inn & Suites
Aura Inn Monterey
Aura Inn Monterey
2 out of 5
1300 Munras Avenue, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿3,392 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿3,392
฿4,072 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (649 reviews)
"Very cozy rooms and clean bathrooms. The inn is within walking distance to the outlet mall which offers a lot of dining and shopping options. Over-all a pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Aura Inn Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn
Monterey Surf Inn
2 out of 5
1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿2,917 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿2,917
฿3,346 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,121 reviews)
"It's very clean, modern and in a convenient location."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Monterey Surf Inn
Munras Inn
Munras Inn
2 out of 5
1010 Munras Avenue, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿4,207 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿4,207
฿5,135 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Our room was very spacious with fireplace and great lighting, very quiet with black out curtains. Very close to nearby tourist areas like the aquarium and warf, we will be staying here again on our next trip."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Munras Inn
Inn By the Bay Monterey
Inn By the Bay Monterey
2 out of 5
936 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Quiet, clean, spacious, good location"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around 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
17-Mile Drive which includes general coastal views and rocky coastline

Skyline Forest

Skyline Forest might not have many top sights, but Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Skyline Forest
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 Monterey State Historic Park 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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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 Monterey State Beach.

Oak Grove
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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