Steeped in history, Monterey Peninsula College has long been an institute for groundbreaking research and progressive ideas. See if it's possible to tour the campus and chat with some of the staff and students about their courses.

Monterey Peninsula College is frequently visited by travelers to Monterey. But this historic university shouldn't be your only stopover around these parts. Monterey Bay Aquarium is nearby and worth a look.

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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bayfront

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$428

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Dec 25 - Dec 31

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Burbank (BUR) to San Francisco (SFO)

18/10 Exceptional! (4,699 reviews)

Lovely hotel close to the airport, with a very convenient shuttle service.

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San Carlos Inn

$439

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Feb 5 - Feb 9

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New York (NYC) to San Francisco (SFO)

14/10 Exceptional! (316 reviews)

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Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

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Dec 28 - Jan 2

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Monterey (MRY)

17.6/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)

One of my best stays.

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

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Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

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History & culture

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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

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Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

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Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

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Popular places to visit

Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring flowers, religious elements and a monument

San Carlos Cathedral

Admire ecclesiastical relics on display in the heritage center to learn about this cathedral, which is California’s oldest stone building.

Del Monte Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Monterey at Del Monte Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Dennis the Menace Park showing a playground as well as children

Dennis the Menace Playground

4.5/5(289 reviews)

Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground.

MPC Theatre Company

You can make plans for a show at MPC Theatre Company during your trip to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

San Carlos Cemetery

You can find out about the history of Monterey with a trip to San Carlos Cemetery. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.