Alta Mesa, CA
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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.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
Del Monte Beach
Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.
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.
Things to do
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Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
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Monterey Bay Full-Day Kayak Rental: Otters, Seals and Sea Lions
Alta Mesa Hotel Deals
![Stargazer Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/850000/849300/849281/efe8e99a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
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Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
Other neighborhoods around Alta Mesa
![Golden State Theatre showing theater scenes and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/54000/54528-Golden-State-Theater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old Monterey
Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for is pristine beaches, ample dining options, and popular aquarium. You might also want to check out attractions like Waterfront or Perry House while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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Downtown Monterey
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.
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Oak Grove
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Del Monte Golf Course.
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Monterey Vista
If you're spending some time in Monterey Vista, Munras Avenue and Don Dahvee Park are top sights worth seeing.
![17-Mile Drive showing general coastal views and rocky coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/203000/203638-17-Mile-Drive.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Skyline Forest
While Skyline Forest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue.
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Casanova Oak Knoll
If you're spending some time in Casanova Oak Knoll, Monterey County Fairgrounds and North Fremont Street are top sights worth seeing.
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- Places of interest
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- Munras Avenue
- Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada
- Don Dahvee Park
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- 17-Mile Drive
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Cannery Row
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Monterey County Fairgrounds
- Asilomar State Beach
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Presidio of Monterey
- Del Monte Beach
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch
- Marina State Beach
- Waterfront
- Del Monte Golf Course
- Bixby Bridge
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Monastery Beach
- Carmel Plaza
- Monterey Convention Center
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
- Poppy Hills Golf Course