Monterey Wine Country
Travel Guide
Visit Monterey Wine Country
Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country
Downtown Monterey
The beaches and seaside views 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.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Monarch Resort
This was a great budget option for a stop on our road trip. The bed wasn’t the best but clean, safe and great location.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Bay Breeze Inn
Room was clean and quiet
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Clean room! Great staff and friendly service.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
My fiancé and I found this place on expedia by pure luck. Reservation was simple, check in was easy, and the room was brilliant. Location was insanely perfect. Cannot wait to stay here again. The only disappointment came from the young gentlemen working the front desk on the 3rd of April (Sunday) ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Rooms were clean. May need some updates and some light bulbs replaced. Staff was very nice and helpful!
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
I paid valet parking and waited 30 minutes for my car
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
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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.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Pebble Beach Golf Links
Enjoy a round of golf in Del Monte Forest at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
