Skyline Forest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Skyline Forest
Popular places to visit
17-Mile Drive
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.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Munras Avenue
Take the family on an outing to Munras Avenue during your trip to Monterey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Del Monte Beach
Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.
Activities
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Our pick of the best Skyline Forest Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Great staff! Super helpful even after we checked out and thought we left something!!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Check in was terrible, not given good directions to room after long day of driving. One robe missing, replaced by housekeeping. TV did not work, engineer got it working after replacing the "cable". Bed does not have top sheet, reportedly hotel policy. Very much not hygienic!!! We chose to place it ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"We had a spacious room on top floor with balcony overlooking pool. Room was quiet. Had refrigerator. Good blackout curtains and responsive heating /cooling. Comfortable bed. Convenient to highway and 5 min drive into Carmel."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"We reserved a room with balcony and paid at the same time, when we check in , they said we don’t have room with balcony, instead of trying to fix and offer something to us , they said you can have room with pool view, that was their compromise, the room that we reserved and paid given to somebody ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"No breakfast, older hotel but great location"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
"Great location"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Skyline Forest
Downtown Monterey
The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Dennis the Menace Playground might round out your trip.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.
Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Monterey
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.
Lighthouse District
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.
