Lighthouse District

Monterey

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Popular places to visit

Monterey Bay Aquarium featuring interior views and marine life

Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
17-Mile Drive featuring a sandy beach and rocky coastline

17-Mile Drive

4.5/5(34 reviews)

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.

17-Mile Drive
Cannery Row which includes a beach as well as a small group of people

Cannery Row

4/5(64 reviews)

Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.

Cannery Row
Fisherman\'s Wharf which includes general coastal views and boating as well as a large group of people

Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(91 reviews)

Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.

Fisherman's Wharf
Del Monte Beach showing mist or fog and a sandy beach

Del Monte Beach

5/5(5 reviews)

Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.

Del Monte Beach
Del Monte Golf Course

Del Monte Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Monterey at Del Monte Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Del Monte Golf Course

Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

S$96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
If you stay around long enough, you may feel a tug at your pant leg at Colton Hall Jail.

Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures

S$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

S$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

S$123
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

S$37
per adult
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

S$122
per adult
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay
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Top hotels in Lighthouse District

Cannery Row Inn
Cannery Row Inn
2 out of 5
200 Foam St Monterey, Monterey, CA
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,119 reviews)
"It was wonderful to have our INN right across the street from our favorite beach in Monterey. It just happened to be closed off because the sea lions, but that didn't stop us from putting our blankets on the grass and enjoying our day. After eating dinner on Cannery Row, we headed back to the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2025

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Cannery Row Inn
Victorian Inn
Victorian Inn
3 out of 5
487 Foam St, Monterey, CA
The price is S$277 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
S$277
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,489 reviews)
"Quick check-in, friendly staff, luggage carts for convenience, spacious room (fridge, main table and side tables and chairs, sink in bathroom and just outside bathroom), fireplace or a tower fan available to use, complimentary breakfast (fresh DIY waffles, sausages, eggs, oatmeal, juices, coffees, ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

Victorian Inn
Wave Street Inn
Wave Street Inn
2.5 out of 5
571 Wave Street, Monterey, CA
The price is S$291 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
S$291
11 Jun - 12 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2025

Wave Street Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is S$357 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
S$357
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,612 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and nice area. Our only issue was that the internet was terrible, but besides that we enjoyed everything! Easy walk to the port as well"

Reviewed on 4 Jun, 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
The price is S$367 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$367
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,379 reviews)
"This place is perfect for a cozy weekend. Close to everything. But has all that you need if you just want to stay property."

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel
The Monterey Hotel
3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,208 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Lighthouse District

Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

New Monterey

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

New Monterey
Golden State Theatre showing a city and theatre scenes

Old Monterey

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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.

Old Monterey
Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Monterey
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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.

Oak Grove
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Alta Mesa

While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.

Alta Mesa
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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.

Monterey Vista

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