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Monterey is a spectacular coastal community in northern California with a moderate climate year-round. Visitors from around the world come to Monterey to experience its natural beauty, cultural resources and rich historic past. Located 115 miles south of San Francisco and 350 miles north of Los Angeles, Monterey offers an excellent quality of life and unparalleled beauty. The City features a dazzling waterfront along the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a lush urban forest, a rich array of historic and cultural resources, museums, gardens, recreational activities and a wide variety of special events scheduled throughout the year. Monterey is the home of the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium, located on the street immortalized in John Steinbeck's novel Cannery Row, and is host to many renowned events such as the annual Monterey Jazz Festival. Monterey has a world-class hotels, restaurants, galleries and shops sprinkled among its various shopping districts. Monterey's rich history includes Spanish exploration dating back to 1542, and the establishment of the San Carlos Cathedral by Father Junipero Serra in 1770. It was the site of Alta California's capital under Spain and later Mexico, and the place where California statehood began in 1849. This rich history can be explored by visiting Monterey's many historical sites and interpretive centers.

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Downtown Monterey, with its luxury hotels, trendy shopping district, gourmet restaurants, tourist attractions and local events make it an ideal weekend getaway.

Along Monterey’s scenic downtown streets you’ll find a delicious assortment of fine dining restaurants, cafes and bistros serving a variety of international cuisine. Whether you’re hungry for Sushi, seafood, steaks, Italian, Mexican food, Chinese restaurants, or fast food favorites like burgers and pizza, you’ll find it at one of Monterey’s many tasty eateries. And, Monterey’s vibrant nightlife features a bevy of bars, brewpubs and nightclubs.

Shopping is another popular pastime in Monterey with one-of-a-kind stores and boutiques. Monterey’s downtown merchants and shop keepers carry an amazing array of women’s fashion, clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, books, gifts and more.

If you’re staying a night or two, Monterey offers a pleasing assortment of comfortable and stylish hotels, historic Bed & Breakfast Inns, budget motels and luxury resorts. Whatever your lodging needs, our Hotel Directory will help you find the best accommodations in Monterey.

For the best entertainment in Monterey, check our Calendar of Events. It contains a schedule of local events, music festivals, performing arts, theater, concerts, street fairs, art shows and weekly Farmer's Markets. Monterey is also home to several tourist attractions and sightseeing adventures, including State Parks, museums, golf courses, hiking tails and historic sites. Or, for a more laid back outing visit all the great wineries, spas and art galleries located in and around town.

Thinking of moving or relocating to Monterey? Our Real Estate section can help with a list of realtors, featured homes, land and property for sale.

What are you waiting for? Start planning your Monterey vacation, today.

Hotels


There are a variety of hotels, from luxury hotels, to resorts hotels and cheap hotels. To book a hotel room reservation, check our hotel motel list.

Restaurants


Breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Find restaurants, cafes and bistros with pizza, pasta, Mexican, Chinese Restaurant, Thai, steaks, seafood, or Sushi.

Real Estate


Buying a house? Check our Real Estate tab for a list of homes for sales, property, land for sale and condos. You'll find realtors, realty and realestate agents.

Attractions


For sightseeing and fun things to do, we list local attractions, tourist attractions, and travel guides. Check our travel information and historic attractions.
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