Downtown Monterey Travel Guide
Monterey
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Popular places to visit
Golden State Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Golden State Theatre during your stay in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Dennis the Menace Playground
Explore the lovely green spaces of Dennis the Menace Playground and enjoy the golf courses in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Monterey State Historic Park
Enjoy a trip to Monterey State Historic Park and popular activities such as golfing in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
San Carlos Cathedral
San Carlos Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Monterey, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Maritime Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maritime Museum during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea life at Monterey Bay Aquarium, and find out why this is a top attraction in Monterey. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its seafood restaurants.
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
First time staying and won’t be the last; we enjoyed the amenities and every staff member we met was so nice. I really enjoyed the spa, too. Thank you for a great stay!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Amazing hotel, staff were super helpful and lovely. Hotel location is right in the middle of town with loads of eating and wine bars next to it.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Location is ideal. Quiet and close to town by walking.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel Pacific
This a great hotel conveniently located in the heart of Monterey. It is walking distance to a bunch of restaurants. I really enjoyed a relaxing time in Monterey at Hotel Pacific.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
The Stevenson Monterey
We received a very warm and polite welcome from the receptionist. The room was very clean. Good sized shower. Air conditioning until was a little dated and noisy but it did the job. That would be the only criticism but balance that with what they charge for the room, you can’t expect to have the ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Monterey Marriott
Only spend one night there and no experience of using breakfast and bar. The location is good and convenient for walking to old fisherman’s wharf and downtown, driving to aquarium only 4mins away.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Monterey
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 Colton Hall Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Alta Mesa
While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.
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.
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.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.
