Alta Mesa
Monterey
Visit Alta Mesa
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.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
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.
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 Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa
Old Monterey
Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for is 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 neighborhood.
Downtown Monterey
The beaches and seaside views 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 might 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 Munras Avenue.
Oak Grove
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Del Monte Golf Course.
Skyline Forest
While Skyline Forest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue.
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 neighborhood.
