Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Monterey Wine Country
Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country
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 Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
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Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Excellent service, clean and friendly
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Olympia Lodge
The room was large and clean and well organized. The staff was friendly and the location was great. I only stayed one night but will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366
The Condo was amazing. It provided all the amenities you could ever need. I will definitely look to stay there again in the future. Thank you for a great stay.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Walk to Beach, Downtown! Spa & Private Deck Updated Historic Home @ Lovers Pt
Our first stay in this house was 13 years ago, when we visited PG for a month. Everything about the house is terrific. Very cozy and fully equipped. The back porch and fireplace make every evening an event. The location, though, can not be beat if you like to park your car and walk to everything ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Relax in your Private Retreat - Hot Tub, One Block from Beach & Town! Lic. #0085
The Pacific Grove house was a highlight of our trip to the Monterey Peninsula!! What a lovely, clean, bright, well-appointed home. So cozy and welcoming with so many restaurants, shops, parks, and views right out the front door! Oh yes, also the rooftop deck is such a great spot to take a few minutes ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Pebble Beach Golf Links
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.
Lovers Point
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.
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- Presidio of Monterey
- Del Monte Beach
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
- Monterey Convention Center
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch
