Alta Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Munras Avenue
Take the family on an outing to Munras Avenue during your trip to Monterey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Cannery Row
Renamed after John Steinbeck’s Cannery Row, this historic area has transformed since the gritty industrial days described in the book.
17-Mile Drive
Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
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.
Activities
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Our pick of the best Alta Mesa Hotel Deals
Stargazer Hotel
"This place is a small gem. Not fancy but very clean and comfortable stay. It’s close to everything around. The front desk staff are always very helpful Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Arbor Inn Monterey
"My stay was comfortable and safe. I traveled alone(I am a woman)so safety is obviously a major concern to look into and I felt very safe there. I felt like at home, I saw nothing but families all around me. The street and outside area was also safe. The staff was very polite, patient and caring. ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
"Neat, clean, closer to restaurants. Nice place"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Best Western Park Crest Inn
"The only thing I didn't like was the fact the my bathroom didn't have an exhaust fan, That bother me quite a bit. Pillows are not very comfortable, but other that that, I would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Clean room and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Location was great, free bike rental was a plus, nice beach access..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa
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.
Old Monterey
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 Perry House or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Munras Avenue and Golden State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Monterey State Beach.
Skyline Forest
Skyline Forest might not have many top sights, but Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lighthouse District
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.
