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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 Miles Dr, Big Sur Rocky Point 6 hrs Tour

฿20,087
Per adult
Monterey, Carmel, 17 Miles Dr, Big Sur Rocky Point 6 hrs Tour
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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 ฿4,581 per night from 30 May to 31 May
฿4,581
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Close to ocean.."

Reviewed on 3 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 ฿11,864 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿11,864
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,369 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and accomodating. High quality, luxurious rooms."

Reviewed on 3 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 ฿8,739 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿8,739
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect stay to spend the weekend at Cannery Road and the aquarium."

Reviewed on 4 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 ฿7,307 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿7,307
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and on-site parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,249 reviews)
Victorian Inn
"Our stay was wonderful, the room that we chose was fantastic. Having a sweet was great !!"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Victorian Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 out of 5
242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿10,796 per night from 15 May to 16 May
฿10,796
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Views are spectacular. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. You can walk to everything you might want to. Only downside is the sea lions barking at night."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Monterey Bay Inn
Spindrift Inn
Spindrift Inn
3.5 out of 5
652 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿10,979 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿10,979
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The decor is beautiful. It was our anniversary and they had a nice bottle of wine waiting for us."

Reviewed on 3 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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