Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Point Lobos State Reserve showing forests, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring religious elements, heritage elements and a monument
Central California
Point Pinos Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse
Carmel which includes street scenes, autumn leaves and shopping

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

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
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Carmel
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
Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

When in Southeast Carmel, you can plan a visit to Carmel Plaza and Carmel Mission Basilica, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southeast Carmel
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Northeast Carmel

4/5(3 area reviews)

While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Northeast Carmel
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1400 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is AU$218 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,028 reviews)
"Beautiful location by the pond. Great breakfast!"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay, an IHG Hotel
Lovers Point Inn
Lovers Point Inn
2 out of 5
625 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
The price is AU$178 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the location next to the water and the underground parking, with a restaurant right across the street."

Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025

Lovers Point Inn
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 out of 5
1441 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is AU$375 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$375
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,216 reviews)
"The hotel was awesome, would definitely stay there again!"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
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Stunning Sea View - License # 0104
Stunning Sea View - License # 0104
Pacific Grove
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (346 reviews)
Gorgeous Ocean View home
"From the moment we walked through the front door, we were awed by the beauty and comfort of this home. The rooms, for the most part, were spacious with magnificent views of the ocean. The two downstairs bedrooms shared a bathroom. Since that was the only, minor, issue, I give this home a huge thimbs ..."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Stunning Sea View - License # 0104
Luxe1 panoramic Pebble Estate
Luxe1 panoramic Pebble Estate
Pebble Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Pebble Beach. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Cannery ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Guys golf trip
"It worked out perfectly for 12 guys golfing at Pebble beach courses."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Luxe1 panoramic Pebble Estate
Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
Seaside
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Cannery Row and Monterey Bay ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (259 reviews)
Happy in Seaside
"loved it"

Reviewed on 15 Jan. 2025

Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
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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
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
Carmel Beach which includes landscape views and a beach as well as an individual female

Carmel Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
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
Pebble Beach Golf Links

Pebble Beach Golf Links

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Del Monte Forest at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Pebble Beach Golf Links
Lovers Point

Lovers Point

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

Lovers Point

Cities near Monterey Wine Country

Carmel showing a house and autumn leaves

Carmel

Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove

17-Mile Drive

Pebble Beach

National Steinbeck Center featuring interior views

Salinas