Old Monterey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Golden State Theatre featuring theatre scenes and signage

Popular places to visit

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Colton Hall Museum

Find out about the early days of Californian state rules via the displays and guides in this historic 19th-century building.

Colton Hall Museum
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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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Fishermans Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.

Fishermans Wharf
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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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Del Monte Beach

Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.

Del Monte Beach
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Del Monte Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Monterey at Del Monte Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Del Monte Golf Course

Activities

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Monterey and Big Sur Discovery: Private Tour from San Jose

AU$1,577
Per adult
Monterey and Big Sur Discovery: Private Tour from San Jose
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Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

AU$181
Per adult
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour
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Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

AU$144
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
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Monterey: Pebble Beach Kayak Tour

AU$128
Per adult
Monterey: Pebble Beach Kayak Tour
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Monterey: E-Bike Rental from Cannery Row

AU$128
Per adult
Monterey: E-Bike Rental from Cannery Row
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Monterey: 17-Mile Drive Pebble Beach E-Bike Tour

AU$113
Per adult
Monterey: 17-Mile Drive Pebble Beach E-Bike Tour
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Our pick of the best Old Monterey Hotel Deals

Hotel Pacific
Hotel Pacific
3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$297 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$297
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,117 reviews)
Family Vacay
"It was the third day of a long family trip. At check in in the evening the hotel staff was friendly, polite, quick and very helpful. So it made all the difference in settling in quickly to start relaxing."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Hotel Pacific
Merritt House Hotel
Merritt House Hotel
2 out of 5
386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA
The price is AU$368 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$368
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Quaint inn with excellent service!"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Merritt House Hotel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$376 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$376
per night
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,960 reviews)
Very nice and great for pups!
"Pet friendly, comfortable, clean, good location."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$329 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$329
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,293 reviews)
"Hotel was nice and cozy"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Carmel Mission Inn
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$329 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$329
per night
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,350 reviews)
"Great food and bar on site. Rooms are super clean. Great option in Monterey."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$558 per night from 29 May to 30 May
AU$558
per night
29 May - 30 May
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! (1,347 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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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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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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
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.

New Monterey

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