Downtown Monterey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Downtown Monterey
Carmel featuring a city, street scenes and nightlife
Monterey featuring a bridge, rugged coastline and mountains
Monterey Bay Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life
Carmel featuring shopping, a city and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Golden State Theatre showing theatre scenes and a city

Golden State Theatre

Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.

Golden State Theatre
Dennis the Menace Park which includes a playground as well as children

Dennis the Menace Playground

4/5(1 review)

Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground.

Dennis the Menace Playground
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring religious elements, heritage elements and a monument

San Carlos Cathedral

Admire ecclesiastical relics on display in the heritage center to learn about this cathedral, which is California’s oldest stone building.

San Carlos Cathedral
Monterey State Historic Park showing a park and signage

Monterey State Historic Park

Find out about California’s Spanish, Mexican and American past with a tour of this park’s restored historical houses and museums.

Monterey State Historic Park
Maritime Museum showing interior views

Maritime Museum

Follow the story of this fascinating area from the first inhabitants 6000 years ago, to the days of Cannery Row and beyond.

Maritime Museum

Monterey Convention Center

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening in Monterey Convention Center during your trip to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Monterey Convention Center

Activities

If you stay around long enough, you may feel a tug at your pant leg at Colton Hall Jail.

Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures

AU$30
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
Monterey & Carmel Tour with optional Monterey Bay Aquarium

San Francisco: Monterey & Carmel Tour

AU$204
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Monterey & Carmel Tour
Taste & Enjoy

Old Monterey Walking Food Tour

AU$228
Per adult
Old Monterey Walking Food Tour
3-Hour Monterey, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

3-Hour Monterey, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

AU$287
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3-Hour Monterey, Cannery Row and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

AU$38
Per adult
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package
2-Hour Monterey and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

2-Hour Monterey and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

AU$226
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Monterey and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Monterey Hotel Deals

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$331 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$331
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,347 reviews)
"The hotel is centrally located in Monterey, within walking distance of attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, and Fisherman's Wharf. While the on-site restaurant provides convenient dining, the surrounding area boasts a diverse array of eateries. Additionally, the hotel is pet-friendly, ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$285 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$285
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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! (1,415 reviews)
"Fun day soaking."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel
The Monterey Hotel
3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$157 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,053 reviews)
"The hotel is a historic building. The staff and location were perfect."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

The Monterey Hotel
Hotel Pacific
Hotel Pacific
3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$269 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,134 reviews)
"Nice location near downtown, need to park on street parking unless paid extra money, glad that many parking spaces on the street. Room is big and clean, as described. Staffs are nice, but always only have 1 person in the front desk, not very efficient. Overall a good hotel with discounted rate."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Hotel Pacific
Colton Inn
Colton Inn
2.5 out of 5
707 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$174 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (968 reviews)
"Cute little motel, very clean, staff very friendly. Rooms are simple, yet very spacious and clean. Breakfast is pretty good, simple, but great options to choose from. Good value for the price. Family and kids friendly. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

Colton Inn
Monterey Marriott
Monterey Marriott
3.5 out of 5
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$400 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$400
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel has a great location and has nice clean rooms, they “upgraded” me to an accessible room, I’ll pass on that next time, kind of an odd layout."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Monterey

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 Colton Hall Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Monterey
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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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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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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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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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