We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Monterey

Free Newsletter

Interested in Monterey?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Monterey each week.

Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Vacation Specials
Travel Destinations

Explore other Monterey resources:

Monterey - Historic sites


Free Monterey Guide

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.

Daytrips & Getaways from Monterey
Discover short trips and quick getaways you can take while in Monterey

Monterey weather essentials

Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Dec
58°F 14°C
41°F 5°C
2 in 5 cm
Jan
57°F 13°C
42°F 5°C
2 in 5 cm
Feb
57°F 13°C
42°F 5°C
2 in 5 cm
Mar
58°F 14°C
44°F 6°C
1 in 3 cm
Apr
59°F 15°C
45°F 7°C
1 in 3 cm
May
62°F 16°C
47°F 8°C
0 in 1 cm

Extended Forecast
Wednesday
30 Dec
Hi:
52°F 11°C
Lo:
45°F 7°C
Thursday
31 Dec
Hi:
56°F 13°C
Lo:
47°F 8°C
Friday
1 Jan
Hi:
56°F 13°C
Lo:
47°F 8°C
More weather for Monterey
 | 
Powered by
Weather Underground

Traveller Advice on Things to do in Monterey

Traveller Lists
Traveller Forum
  • Ask a question or view 44 posts on Monterey from this week.
Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Monterey

Things to Do: Historic sites

[ Popularity ] [ Alphabetically ]
Stevenson House
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 73 attractions in Monterey
Attraction type: Historic home
Be the first to review this attraction
Cannery Row
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 73 attractions in Monterey

Popularized by Nobel- and Pulitzer Prize-winning author John Steinbeck, this popular walkway is one of America's most famous streets and is filled with shops, restaurants and historic attractions.

Attraction type: Historic walking area; Scenic/historic walking area; Town centre/square/plaza; Historic site; Other; Landmark/point of interest
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
Path of History
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 73 attractions in Monterey

Self-guided 2.7 mile walking tour around 46 historic buildings in downtown Monterey.

Attraction type: Tour; Historic walking area; Scenic/historic walking area; Trail
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
Cooper-Molera Adobe
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 73 attractions in Monterey

Step back into the life and times of the 19th century when visiting this historic home and gardens dating back to the 1800s.

Attraction type: Historic home
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
Doc Rickett's Pacific Biological Laboratories
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #45 of 73 attractions in Monterey

A landmark on Cannery Row, this is the spot where John Steinbeck's good buddy and biologist Ed "Doc" Ricketts prepped the marine life he collected before shipping it to schools and medical facilities.

Attraction type: Historic site
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
Mission Basilica
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #46 of 73 attractions in Monterey
Attraction type: Religious site; Historic site
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
Larkin House
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #49 of 73 attractions in Monterey
Attraction type: Architectural building; Historic home
Be the first to review this attraction
Perry House

Built in 1860 by Whaling Captain Manuel Perry, this Victorian mansion is part of Monterey's "Path of History" walking tour.

Attraction type: Historic home
Be the first to review this attraction