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.
Cannery Row
During your trip to Monterey, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cannery Row. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
We’ve stayed at a few hotels in Monterey and this is our favorite especially when we travel with our six year old daughter. She loved having the view of the pool and hot tub and we used it a lot. At the spa, Ann Marie gave a fantastic massage. We can’t wait to go back!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Our room was comfy with fireplace and balcony, would be nice if they had a breakfast of some sort included with the price!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Stevenson Monterey
Good for a one night stay. Area was very convenient to everything.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Pacific
The junior suite was great! This hotel is walking distance from basically everything (aquarium, cannery row, fisherman’s wharf, etc). The location is really convenient. The parking garage clearance is 6’6”, so I couldn’t comfortably fit with my truck but there are nearby garages that have 6’8” and ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Monterey Marriott
We had a wonderful stay at the Monterey Marriott from Friday, March 13 through Monday, March 16. From the moment we arrived, the staff was professional, welcoming, and consistently courteous throughout our entire visit. Our room was very clean and well-maintained, which immediately made us feel comfortable. ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Colton Inn
Basic Breakfast (yogurt, bagels, oatmeal, cereal) but was good. Parking was easy. No AC but they gave us an extra fan. Friendly staff. Walking distance to downtown Monterey. Close drive to Canary Row and Monterey Aquarium.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 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 Perry House 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 Monterey State Beach.
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, Munras Avenue and Waterfront are some notable places to visit nearby.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.
