Monterey State Beach
Visit Monterey State Beach
Tours & day trips
See all 72 activitiesOpens in new tabMonterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
4.9 out of 5 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
History & culture
See all 28 activitiesOpens in new tabCarmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Activity duration is 1 hour
Adventure & outdoor
See all 12 activitiesOpens in new tabMonterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Activity duration is 4 hours
5.0 out of 5 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Water activities
See all 8 activitiesOpens in new tabMonterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
4.9 out of 5 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 7 activitiesOpens in new tabCarmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
5.0 out of 5 with 3 reviews
Popular places to visit
Maritime Museum
Follow the story of this fascinating area from the first inhabitants 6000 years ago, to the days of Cannery Row and beyond.
Monterey State Historic Park
Find out about California’s Spanish, Mexican and American past with a tour of this park’s restored historical houses and museums.
Fisherman's Wharf
4/5(91 reviews)
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Dennis the Menace Playground
5/5(1 review)
Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground.
Golden State Theatre
Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.
San Carlos Cathedral
Admire ecclesiastical relics on display in the heritage center to learn about this cathedral, which is California’s oldest stone building.
Top Hotel Deals
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Mariposa Inn & Suites
1386 Munras Avenue, Monterey, CA
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
Hotel Abrego
755 Abrego Street, Monterey, CA
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.