New Monterey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Monterey Bay Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

Popular places to visit

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(12 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(17 reviews)

Renamed after John Steinbeck’s Cannery Row, this historic area has transformed since the gritty industrial days described in the book.

Cannery Row
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San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater

4/5(1 review)

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

Activities

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Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

AU$12
Per adult
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
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Authentic Boxing Training

AU$45
Per adult
Authentic Boxing Training
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Monterey Bay Full-Day Kayak Rental: Otters, Seals and Sea Lions

AU$60
Per adult
Monterey Bay Full-Day Kayak Rental: Otters, Seals and Sea Lions
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4 Hour Rental - Electric

AU$83
Per adult
4 Hour Rental - Electric
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Scenic 17-Mile Drive Tour - Self Drive Audio Guide from Monterey & Carmel

AU$23
Per adult
Scenic 17-Mile Drive Tour - Self Drive Audio Guide from Monterey & Carmel
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Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Drive, Rocky Point 6 hrs from Monterey

AU$861
Per adult
Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Drive, Rocky Point 6 hrs from Monterey
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Our pick of the best New Monterey Hotel Deals

Cannery Row Inn
Cannery Row Inn
2 out of 5
200 Foam St Monterey, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$295 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
AU$295
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Book a 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! (1,006 reviews)
"I loved everything"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Cannery Row Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$559 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$559
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,332 reviews)
"Amazing staff, clean and wonderful! Definitely going back as soon as I can!"

Reviewed on 30 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 AU$451 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$451
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Love the Clement!!!
"Staff was great! Got a room upgrade with amazing view Food at restaurant was great too. Room service came straight from the restaurant and took maybe 20 minutes!! The fries were still hot and crispy!!! I cannot wait to go back!!!"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
Victorian Inn
Victorian Inn
3 out of 5
487 Foam St, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$306 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$306
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,283 reviews)
"Atmosphere"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Victorian Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 out of 5
242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$493 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$493
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a 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 our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"We stayed in the full ocean view room, it was right over the water, the balcony was perfect for the in room continental breakfast that was delivered to our room. The staff were amazing, everyone was helpful, friendly and knowledgeable! Both Cannery Row and the warf are about a 10 min walk, excellent ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Monterey Bay Inn
Spindrift Inn
Spindrift Inn
3.5 out of 5
652 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$501 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$501
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Amazing hotel with views
"Very beautiful place. Beautiful room. Great people working there. Worth every cent. Will go back soon. And have advised my adult children to stay there as well. The wife was very happy at this place. Its a great hotel."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Spindrift Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around New Monterey

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Lighthouse District

5/5(4 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(12 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

5/5(5 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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