Old Monterey

Monterey
Golden State Theatre which includes theatre scenes and signage

Popular places to visit

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Colton Hall Museum

Find out about the early days of Californian state rules via the displays and guides in this historic 19th-century building.

Colton Hall Museum
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Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(29 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
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Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(91 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
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Cannery Row

4/5(64 reviews)

Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.

Cannery Row
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Del Monte Beach

5/5(5 reviews)

Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.

Del Monte Beach
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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

Things to do

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Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

€65
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
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Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Tour

€12
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Tour
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Big Sur McWay Falls California Coast One Day from Monterey Carmel

€474
Per adult
Big Sur McWay Falls California Coast One Day from Monterey Carmel
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Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

€55
Per adult
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
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Monterey: Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with A Guide

€65
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with A Guide
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Monterey and Big Sur Discovery: Private Tour from San Jose

€963
Per adult
Monterey and Big Sur Discovery: Private Tour from San Jose
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Top hotels in Old Monterey

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
The price is €167 per night from 20 May to 21 May
€167
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,291 reviews)
"Great place to bring the pups and stay as a family"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Carmel Mission Inn
Hotel Pacific
Hotel Pacific
3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA
The price is €206 per night from 14 May to 15 May
€206
per night
14 May - 15 May
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,115 reviews)
"We loved the staff and the room, it had a fire place which was nice and cozy during a chilly night. The breakfast was really nice but the staff openly complained in spanish about work and family issues. The garbage truck sounds and the open hallways were very load early in the morning. Wearing ear ..."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hotel Pacific
Merritt House Hotel
Merritt House Hotel
2 out of 5
386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA
The price is €306 per night from 13 May to 14 May
€306
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this golf hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Quiet and convenient. Nice property. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Merritt House Hotel
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 €233 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
€233
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,942 reviews)
Portola
"Excellent hotel with great service. They responded immediately when I called for new towels. Room was clean and comfortable. It was quiet. The food at the restaurant was great. Lovely hotel where I will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
The price is €212 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
€212
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,365 reviews)
"Always enjoy the resort and the breakfast add on is always a good choice."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is €346 per night from 19 May to 20 May
€346
per night
19 May - 20 May
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,370 reviews)
"The Monterey Plaza Hotel is a gem. The facilities, rooms, views, convenient walking distance to Cannery Row are all incomparable. That said, the most amazing aspect is the staff. Pleasant, available, helpful - what a group of terrific people. This is a charming hotel that presents as an 'old world' ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Monterey

Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.

Downtown Monterey
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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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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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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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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 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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