New Monterey Travel Guide
Monterey
Visit New Monterey
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.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater during your travels in Monterey? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.
Steinbeck Plaza
You can find out about the history of Monterey with a trip to Steinbeck Plaza. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
Coast Guard Pier
Explore the waterfront of Coast Guard Pier in Monterey, and enjoy activities such as golfing. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
McAbee Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at McAbee Beach during your trip to Monterey?
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
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
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Top hotels in New Monterey
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Everything was beautiful and clean. We loved our stay.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
Clean rooms, amazing and helpful staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Monterey Bay Inn
Staff was great, daily breakfast tray delivery was nice, great view, nice view from hot tub, bathrobes are a nice touch. Room was clean and daily touch up was nice. A microwave oven in the room would have been nice and useful.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Cannery Row Inn
The balcony is small, but the scenery was good. The building is older, but nicely upgraded. Checking in was the easiest ever. Having a refrigerator and microwave was an essential item for us. Another reason for the choice was because of the excellent location. We will stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Spindrift Inn
Charming place with a beautiful rooom, convenient location on Cannery Row, staff was kind and helpful. We also Loved the fireplace in our room!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Wave Street Inn
Nice place to stay
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around New Monterey
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.
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 Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.
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.
Alta Mesa
While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.
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.
