Monterey Visitor Center
Monterey Visitor Center
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Kerrista
Victoria, Canada186 contributions
Feb 2019 • Friends
After arriving in the area early we wanted lunch, but our favorite restaurant was closed!! Instead of giving up we went to the Visitor center and asked if there was any place near with a water view while eating that we could walk to...metered parking is to be avoided for just a meal. The lady ( forgive me, I forgot her name) recommended the SAND BAR AND GRILL and we now have a new favorite place because of her tip. Thanks again...
Written 23 February 2019
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Nic J
Wollongong, Australia10 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
We were visiting Monterey on our way to SF when we stopped @ the Visitors Centre. This was the best decision we made. The staff were friendly, helpful & very knowledgeable. They even are able to assist you with finding accommodation. I wish I knew they provided this service prior to booking accommodation myself. The staff actually call the hotels/motels & haggle for the best best rate.
Written 17 August 2016
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Tracy P
296 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
While visiting Monterey this weekend my husband and I stopped by the visitors center. We gathered some excellent information. Pam was extremely helpful. She's a lifelong local. She gave us excellent recommendations. All that we did were spot on. If you are planning a trip to Monterey definitely stop by the visitors center. It's well worth it.
Written 3 November 2019
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Katherine P
West Virginia16 contributions
Oct 2019 • Friends
The ladies at the visitor center were very helpful.
They helped us get a hotel and told us about things to do in Monterey and down the coast.
Thank you Kathleen.
They helped us get a hotel and told us about things to do in Monterey and down the coast.
Thank you Kathleen.
Written 25 October 2019
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NormaJR
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, UK29 contributions
Sept 2019
Well signposted off the highway, how great is it to speak with somebody who is so enthusiastic about her town and surrounding location and extremely helpful, many thanks.
Written 27 September 2019
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genedimyer
Altoona, PA12 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
This was a nice stop. Very helpful. They pointed out several stops that might interesting. We only had several hours and made the best of it.
Written 16 July 2019
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Kamal M
Haifa, Israel104 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
We got here upon arrival to Monterey, and the staff was extremly helpful with lot s of information and advices.
Highly recommended if you don't have specific plans upon arrival.
Highly recommended if you don't have specific plans upon arrival.
Written 12 June 2019
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Eme
5 contributions
Dec 2018 • Friends
Make it a first stop if you are new to the area. Popular and hidden gems can be found here. Tours--look for whale watching.
Written 5 June 2019
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David L
Kentucky17 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
We rolled into town just heading down the coast. Needed info and Pam was fantastic. She helped with directions around town, places to eat and the elusive California state map. We couldn’t find a map at any store or gas station. Thank you for your hospitality, Pam.
Written 26 July 2018
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Phil N
Sonora, CA49 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
I stopped there several times when coming to Monterey. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. They have a great walking tour map and a map of the local historical sites. There are also a zillion other fliers of the many tourist opportunities in the area.
Written 22 July 2018
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