Downtown Monterey

Monterey

Downtown Monterey
Carmel featuring signage, a city and nightlife
Monterey featuring a bridge, landscape views and general coastal views
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing interior views and marine life
Carmel showing shopping, night scenes and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Golden State Theatre which includes 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 showing a playground as well as children

Dennis the Menace Playground

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
Monterey State Historic Park which includes a garden 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
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo which includes religious elements, flowers 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
Maritime Museum featuring 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

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

Things to do

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

€22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

€82
per adult
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay
Monterey & Carmel Tour with optional Monterey Bay Aquarium

San Francisco: Monterey & Carmel Tour

€120
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Monterey & Carmel Tour
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

€21
per adult
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package
Carmel Valley Wine Tour's Premium Package

Carmel Valley Wine Tour's Premium Package

€183
per adult
Carmel Valley Wine Tour's Premium Package
Monterey: Private Surfing Lessons

Monterey: Private Surfing Lessons

€77
per adult
Monterey: Private Surfing Lessons
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Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €269 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
€269
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,689 reviews)
"Rooms are a little dated but the staff has all been excellent. It’s central and convenient. Clean"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,264 reviews)
"Loved the antiques that were all over. Including the hotel itself. The city needs to bolt down the plate outside the hotel in the street. Sounded like gunshots every time a car drove over it. The staff was great."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

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The Monterey Hotel
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is €308 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
€308
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,592 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,335 reviews)
"Great location! Easy walk to the pier."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

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Hotel Pacific
Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott

3.5 out of 5
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €277 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
€277
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Monterey Marriott
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

2.5 out of 5
675 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is €124 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€124
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean and convenient
"It was a nice room and very clean. Extremely friendly and accommodating staff and great parking availability."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Monterey

Golden State Theatre which includes theatre scenes and a city

Old Monterey

4.5/5(31 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
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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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Lighthouse District

4/5(9 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 interior views and marine life

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

Monterey Vista

Downtown Monterey

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