Monterey Wine Country, CA
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.

Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Sunset Center and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.

Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum and Antique Clocks 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.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Exactly all staff thank you for your hard work please give them a raise!
Reviewed on 2025/11/18

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Very nice staff. I appreciate coming from out of town for a early check in.
Reviewed on 2025/11/17

Lovers Point Inn
Room was clean Very comfortable Parking was right in front of my room Beach was walking distance
Reviewed on 2025/11/14

Serene Crest by Avantstay A+ Design Near Beaches
Excellent house in a wonderful location! Nestled behind gates at 17 mile drive at the end of beautiful culdesac. Prime location looking over treetops into Carmel Valley. Would definitely stay here again with the family!
Reviewed on 2025/9/13
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.

Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

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.

Lovers Point
Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Plaza
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Del Monte Beach
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch
- North Fremont Street




