10 Museums in Monterey That You Shouldn't Miss

August 27, 2021 Agatha Simes

Think picnics on gorgeous, uncrowded beaches, fabulous seafood restaurants, and great hotels overlooking beautiful Monterey Bay… Monterey is a great place for a romantic getaway. Nature buffs can explore the bay by kayak for a close-up look at sea lions, seals and otters.
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1. Pacific House Museum

Monterey State Historic Park 10 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA +1 831-649-7118
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Pacific House Museum

History museum showing what life was like in Old Monterey more than 150 years ago.

2. Monterey County Youth Museum

425 Washington St, Monterey, CA 93940-3023 +1 831-649-6444 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Monterey County Youth Museum

Now open at 425 Washington Street, located in Downtown Monterey, conveniently by the Monterey Sports Center and Dennis the Menace Park, the Monterey County Youth Museum provides an environment unique to any other in Monterey County. This 8,500 square foot museum is packed with a variety of hands on exhibits, making each visit unique and exciting. It compliments any visit to the Monterey area or makes a good day into a great day for those who are fortunate to visit us on a regular basis.

3. Monterey Museum of Art

559 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940-2805 +1 831-372-5477 [email protected] http://www.montereyart.org
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4.5 based on 115 reviews

Monterey Museum of Art

The Monterey Museum of Art expands a passion for the visual arts and inspires appreciation of California art—past, present, and future. At MMA Pacific Street, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940, masterpieces of early California painting and photography including works by Ansel Adams and Edward Weston are showcased in this downtown landmark. Family-friendly with activities for children.

Reviewed By alohaitravelers - San Francisco, United States

Top notch museum with a unique mix of new and old. Upon entering the staff person gave us a complete rundown of what we were to see which enhanced the visit tremendously. Enjoyed the Old California rich paintings and blown away by the photos of Jim Kasson, a superb collection of large format images. Worth going to the museum just for his photography. Not your old musty dully museum, lots happening in those historic walls. Highly recommend

4. Colton Hall Museum

Pacific St btwn Madison and Jefferson Sts, Monterey, CA 93940 +1 831-646-5648 http://www.monterey.org/museum/
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4.5 based on 70 reviews

Colton Hall Museum

Built in 1849 to serve as a public school and town meeting hall, this historic building is now a museum open for public touring.

260 Alvarado St Portola Hotel & Spa, Monterey, CA 93940-2412 +1 831-372-6279 http://www.VentureGallery.com
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Venture Gallery

6. Casa Serrano, Historic Adobe

412 Pacific St Next to Miis, Monterey, CA 93940-2703 http://www.seemonterey.com/listings/historic-casa-serrano-adobe/3038/
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Casa Serrano, Historic Adobe

7. Selfieville

417 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940-2710 +1 831-274-9448 [email protected] http://www.Selfieville.com
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Selfieville

Your journey starts with a 3-D light show developed by the award winning designer Bart Kresa. Your adventure continues in our glow in the dark galleries and fantasy worlds that give you countless opportunities to take the perfect selfies. 25% of the net profits from each year at go into a fund to support local non-profits that work with foster children.

8. Museum of Monterey

5 Custom House Plz Monterey State Historic Park, Monterey, CA 93940-2430 +1 831-372-2608 [email protected] http://www.museumofmonterey.org
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4.0 based on 59 reviews

Museum of Monterey

9. Stanton Center

5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940-2430 +1 831-649-7118
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4.0 based on 8 reviews

Stanton Center

10. Burlwood Studios

1299 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940-2427 +1 831-641-9180
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Burlwood Studios

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