Sand City Travel Guide
Seaside
Popular places to visit

Monterey State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monterey State Beach during your trip to Sand City? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.

Fort Ord Dunes State Park
Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.
Eolian Dunes Preserve
After visiting Eolian Dunes Preserve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seaside. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Seaside at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
East Garrison Dog Park
East Garrison Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Pacchetti Dog Park
Pacchetti Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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 Sand City

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

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

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

Mescal Corridor NW
When in Mescal Corridor NW, you can plan a visit to North Fremont Street and Monterey County Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
