Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide
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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.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater 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.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Monarch Resort
Staff is friendly.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Bay Breeze Inn
The location is convinient, but place doesn't look as nice as on photos. The main problem is noise. I could hear everything above me and around me. I couldn't. As some people left early, I couldn't sleep anymore because it felt that they are walking in my room and the cars were worst. The stuff tried ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Free Breakfast and 5:30 to 7:30 pm cocktails and nibbles were very good. We had the corner room which was excellent. Location distance to attractions in Monterey, Pacific Grove and Carmel are very good. What we didn’t like was the$20/night hotel parking charge as the parking lot does not have a security ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Lovers Point Victorian
Great house in great location. Can walk to coffee, food, the aquarium and all.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Ocean-view home in great location with backyard deck, grill, streaming, & W/D
Home was clean and close to both Monterey and Carmel! Highly recommend if you’re planning to stay for the weekend.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Walk to Beach, Downtown! Spa & Private Deck
The Place was warm, cozy and inviting. Great location to walk to the beach and beach front path. Very close to Cannery row and Pacific Grove main street shops and restraints.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
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.
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.
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