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Monterey ChannelMonterey Channel Programs include Eye on Monterey, City Focus TV, Buy Local Monterey, Monterey History Series, Visit & Play, and Live at the Bay. New programs are added regularly, so check back to see the latest productions.
Best of Monterey Channel Compilations of Monterey Channel programming, organized into departments and related subjects (30 minutes).
Best of Monterey Fire Department
Best of Monterey Sports Center
Best of Monterey Public Library
Best of Monterey's Parks
Best of Monterey Police Department
Monterey For Kids!
 
City Focus TV CITY FOCUS TV - Watch the video version of our newsletter!
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Visit & Stay Learn about activities, events and attractions in these videos about the City of Monterey.
What to do in Monterey
The City of Monterey, California is a truly unique seaside town. Visitors from all over the world come to enjoy its scenic beauty, recreation opportunities, history tours and world-class events. Take this video tour of Monterey!
Monterey for Young Adults
Activities for young adults in Monterey, CA.
Cannery Row & Aquarium
CANNERY ROW was once a bustling row of sardine canneries during Monterey's famed industrial heyday. It is now a tourist attraction with many restaurants and hotels, many of which are located in former cannery buildings, and a few historical attractions. One of the biggest draws to the Row is the world-famous MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM. The street was once named Ocean View Avenue until JOHN STEINBECK made the street famous in his classic novel Cannery Row.
Old Fisherman's Wharf
Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf is one of the top attractions year-round in the city. Great shopping, dining, recreation and entertainment can be found here. Eat at one of our famous local seafood restaurants. Take a scenic, fishing or whale watching cruise on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Buy local fish on Wharf II. Go sailing or kayaking.
Campgrounds & Hiking Trails
Veteran's Park is a 50-acre park with overnight group camping, hiking trails, BBQ picnic areas, play equipment, and a turf playfield. The park includes a beautiful 81 acre forest and wildlife preserve called Huckleberry Hill. Camping in Monterey is a safe, affordable and fun lodging option for visitors and residents. It is conveniently located just a couple miles from City attractions and services.
Monterey Bay Whale Watching
The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the best year-round whale watching destinations in the world. You can see dolphins, humpback, gray, blue and killer whales, among many others.
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Monterey History Series Learn about the historic figures, stories, and buildings that make up Monterey's colorful history in this documentary series.
A History of Downtown MontereyThe history of Monterey is written in its downtown, one of the most important historic areas in California. It is also the historic heart of the City, and for two centuries, the economic lifeblood of its people. Yet in 2011, as is the case in so many small towns across America, downtown Monterey is struggling to survive. What can we learn from our history that might help shape the future?
Shades and Stories of MontereyA documentary film about life in Monterey during the mid-20th century. The narrative follows stories of long-time city residents, including fishermen, business owners, cannery workers, teachers, students and more, who share their personal stories and photographs from their family albums.
Hotel Del MonteMonterey's Hotel Del Monte was once considered one of the finest seaside resorts in the world. It is now home to the Naval Postgraduate School. Learn about its storied history and famous guests.
Archeology at the Royal Presidio ChapelArcheologists explore the Royal Presidio Chapel during an ambitious restoration project and find a treasure trove of artifacts.
Seismic Retrofit of Historic BuildingsDiscusses the importance of protecting historic buildings from earthquakes. Highlights some success stories in Monterey, including the Royal Presidio Chapel, Casa de la Torre and Casa Abrego.
History FestThe City of Monterey holds an annual History Fest to celebrate our storied history.
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Buy Local Monterey Featured Video Gallery: Buy Local Monterey
Buy Local Monterey Bay Seafood
Enjoy the Monterey Bay's fresh, local seafood in a variety of ways! The best places to visit are our wharves. Old Fisherman's Wharf has a great variety of renowned seafood restaurants and sport fishing excursions. Municipal Wharf II has more restaurants and fish markets. You can watch the unloading of boats and also buy straight from the fishermen themselves. Buy Local Monterey Bay!
Old Monterey
Old Monterey is the heart of Historic Downtown. We offer a well-marked Path of History and over 460 shops, restaurants, hotels, and businesses offering personal and professional services, alongside historic adobes. Downtown is also home of the Old Monterey Market Place, held on Alvarado Street, the city's historic main street. It is the largest gathering place in Monterey County.
New Monterey
The Lighthouse District in Monterey, CA has over 100 specialty shops, restaurants and nightlife establishments, most of which are small, locally-owned businesses. Though it is only a mile long, this district has something for everyone. Try food and drinks at over a dozen diverse restaurants. Visit our community center and park. Take martial arts, surfing or diving lessons. See a play or get a tattoo.
North Fremont
The North Fremont Business District is a mile long strip which includes unique restaurants and small businesses. It is famously home to historic Monterey Fairgrounds, which holds popular festivals every month. Included here are affordable lodging and a small but fun nightlife scene.
Old Fisherman's Wharf
Find out about local's specials and the variety of restaurants, shops and entertainment options here at Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf. Highlights include FISH MARKETS, our famous SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS, live THEATER, SHOPS, WHALE WATCHING, FISHING and SCENIC CRUISES, SAILING lessons, HISTORIC SITES, and much more! Also, learn about the importance of shopping locally and supporting your local small businesses. Come on over and visit Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf!
Old Monterey Marketplace
The Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks and runs year-round rain or shine. During the summer it’s the largest gathering of people in Monterey County, attracting more that 10,000 locals and tourists in one location. You can travel the world in just three blocks, finding arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries.
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