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$793
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$286 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$286
per night
17 Jun - 18 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (963 reviews)
"It’s located right by the beach with walking distance to the boardwalk with restaurants and shopping. Beautiful view of the beach and ocean!"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 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 AU$623 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$623
per night
16 Jun - 17 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! (1,321 reviews)
"Convenient location, friendly staff, clean environment, we enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 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$470 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$470
per night
17 Jun - 18 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect!"

Reviewed on 11 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$319 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$319
per night
16 Jun - 17 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! (1,294 reviews)
"Super cute place. Large rooms, good breakfast and evening wine and cheese was nice. We will definitely return."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2024

Victorian Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 out of 5
242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$496 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$496
per night
16 Jun - 17 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean and very nice"

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2024

Monterey Bay Inn
Spindrift Inn
Spindrift Inn
3.5 out of 5
652 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$521 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$521
per night
16 Jun - 17 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and quaint."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 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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