Sightseeing
Asilomar State Beach
Sunset DriveTons of parking nearby and absolutely worth a stroll!
Garrapata Beach
A fan favorite! Covid has been a game-changer, so you'll want to make a reservation here. Enjoy the otters, penguins, jellyfish and the rest of the abundant sea life at the aquarium.
668 locals recommend
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowA fan favorite! Covid has been a game-changer, so you'll want to make a reservation here. Enjoy the otters, penguins, jellyfish and the rest of the abundant sea life at the aquarium.
Food scene
Expect a line out the door for Alta! Baked goods, coffees, and other treats await! Sit inside or out back to enjoy the sunshine!
10 locals recommend
Alta Bakery and Cafe
502 Munras AveExpect a line out the door for Alta! Baked goods, coffees, and other treats await! Sit inside or out back to enjoy the sunshine!
Another lovely local shop that always has a line out the door! Try the ever popular "bees knees", kids cookie dough ice cream, and the many other artisan flavors which change daily.
13 locals recommend
Revival Ice Cream
463 Alvarado StAnother lovely local shop that always has a line out the door! Try the ever popular "bees knees", kids cookie dough ice cream, and the many other artisan flavors which change daily.
Delicious Italian food in Old Town Monterey! Check there calendar and dine to live jazz music. The seafood risotto is a favorite!
10 locals recommend
Cibo
301 Alvarado StDelicious Italian food in Old Town Monterey! Check there calendar and dine to live jazz music. The seafood risotto is a favorite!
Captain + Stoker
398 E Franklin StLovely little local coffee shop!
City/town information
A must-see! Visit the storybook-like town of Carmel-by-the-sea. Approximately 6 miles from our guesthouse, you will find this charming town with wonderful restaurants and adorable homes.
354 locals recommend
Carmel by the sea
San Antonio AvenueA must-see! Visit the storybook-like town of Carmel-by-the-sea. Approximately 6 miles from our guesthouse, you will find this charming town with wonderful restaurants and adorable homes.