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Slices of natural beauty, art, culture and history greet visitors around every corner of Monterey. There is an emphasis on public art, and you will see many paintings, sculptures and murals around... more » Slices of natural beauty, art, culture and history greet visitors around every corner of Monterey. There is an emphasis on public art, and you will see many paintings, sculptures and murals around the city. Monterey provides a nurturing atmosphere for artists, musicians and writers. Historic landmarks, buildings and walkways are reminders of bygone days. Cannery Row, made famous by novelist John Steinbeck, is now a popular area where tourists shop for souvenirs and dine in seafood restaurants. Local wineries produce exceptional vintages, and there are many wine tasting places and events. Activities include golf, biking, hiking, sailing and whale watching. Families will enjoy the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, which has over 500 species of marine life and is devoted to conservation of the world's oceans. « less

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60°F 15°C
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58°F 14°C
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Traveler Reviews

Old Fisherman's Grotto

5 of 5 stars
Stockton, CA
Jul 19, 2009

My boyfriend and I had dinner there recently on a trip to Monterey. It had been years since I had eaten at the Old Fisherman's Grotto, but I had remembered it as my favorite seafood place on the Wharf...more

Travelodge Monterey Bay

3 of 5 stars
Stockton, CA
Jul 19, 2009

My boyfriend and I traveled to Monterey on a budget... We couldn't really afford to pay much more than 150 total for two nights in a hotel, so our options were somewhat limited. The Travelodge had a...more

Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort & Spa

3 of 5 stars
New York
Jul 19, 2009

A special price brought my fiance and me to this hotel. We wanted a stop in the Monterey area for a drive from Santa Barbara to Napa Valley. We spent about 24 hours at this hotel but enjoyed two...more

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