Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Monterey Wine Country
Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country
Downtown Monterey
The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Lovers Point Inn
This place could use a massive overhaul. If the price fits your budget great. Thin walls, teens use parking lot next door. Great for loud music and yelling.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Olympia Lodge
Clean and convenient
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
The place was easy to find everything in the room looked nice and clean only issue we had was the noise at 2am people were outside being loud drinking listening to music we tried calling the front desk nobody answered my husband finally went outside after the loud nosies woke up our 3 year old and ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Excellent front desk staff, easy access, big room with kitchenette. WiFi great, room temp perfect due to working air conditioner. I missed kitchen paper towels to clean spills, I also missed dishwasher soap and dishwashing sponge. Coffee maker working, clean easy to use. The best part there is a ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Great location
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Room was dark, dirty and outdated
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
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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.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Pebble Beach Golf Links
Enjoy a round of golf in Del Monte Forest at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
