Lighthouse District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Fabiana Lima
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Popular places to visit

Monterey Bay Aquarium featuring interior views and marine life

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
17-Mile Drive featuring a beach and rugged coastline

17-Mile Drive

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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.

17-Mile Drive
Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring boating and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Fisherman's 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.

Fisherman's Wharf
Cannery Row showing a beach as well as a small group of people

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
Del Monte Beach which includes a beach and mist or fog

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
Del Monte Golf Course

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

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$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

AU$47
per adult
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

AU$113
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

AU$153
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Cannery Row Kayak Tour

Monterey: Cannery Row Kayak Tour

AU$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Cannery Row Kayak Tour
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

AU$105
per adult
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey
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Our pick of the best Lighthouse District Hotel Deals

Cannery Row Inn
Cannery Row Inn
2 out of 5
200 Foam St Monterey, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$183 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,083 reviews)
"Our stay at Cannery Row Inn was ok. The person at the front desk at check in was friendly. I was surprised though that we had to pay $17.00 to park at the hotel. The room was comfortable but a little dirty and the furniture was very outdated, and worn."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Cannery Row Inn
Victorian Inn
Victorian Inn
3 out of 5
487 Foam St, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$323 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$323
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,476 reviews)
"The receptionist was very nice"

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Victorian Inn
Wave Street Inn
Wave Street Inn
2.5 out of 5
571 Wave Street, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$343 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$343
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel near canary row. Excellent staff. Will be booking for future Monterey trips."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Wave Street Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$318 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$318
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,456 reviews)
"Room: - Spacious and clean room - bed would make a weird noise but other than that, the bed was comfortable with nice linens and pillows - Spotless bathroom with plenty of towels and toiletries ( I appreciated the bathrobes & slippers) Amenities: - flat-screen TV, mini-fridge, & coffee maker are ..."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Carmel Mission Inn
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$404 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$404
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 4-star 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! (2,516 reviews)
"Xoxoxo"

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$318 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$318
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,106 reviews)
"close to shopping,beach, dining without huge expence"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Carmel Bay View Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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 Monterey State Historic Park 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 Monterey State Beach or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.

Downtown 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 Monterey State Beach.

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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Monterey Vista

While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.

Monterey Vista

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