Alta Mesa Travel Guide
Monterey
Popular places to visit
Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
17-Mile Drive
Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Del Monte Beach
Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Top hotels in Alta Mesa
Stargazer Inn and Suites
Best Ever Everything is good!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Munras Inn
Overall nice place. Minutes from DelMonte shopping center.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hotel Abrego
Staff was kind and accommodating. Room was clean.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Very old in need of renovation Close to the road Limited parking tight spaces There are better options
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Great affordable place to stay. Breakfast being included was a nice helpful touch. Only wish there was a little more options/healthy options but it was still good. Staff was very friendly and room was clean. I’ll stay here again next time I’m in Monterey.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Arbor Inn Monterey
Room was great clean
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa
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 Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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.
Skyline Forest
Skyline Forest might not have many top sights, but Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Casanova Oak Knoll
While visiting Casanova Oak Knoll, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey County Fairgrounds and North Fremont Street.
