Experience Monterey
City is located in:
California,United States
Airport(s):
Monterey Regional Airport - MRY
* This is a regional airport so the amount of incoming and available flights will be limited and may be expensive. The closest major airports will be
San Jose International Airport – SJC
San Francisco International Airport- SFO
Language(s) Spoken:
English- Spanish is also spoken
Things to Know Before you Go
Currency Used:
United States Dollar - USD
Main Methods of Payment:
All Major Credit Cards are widely accepted.
*many of the local businesses prefer cash and also accept payments from Zelle, Venmo, and CashApp
Sales Tax/ GST:
8.75%
General Climate:
Being a coastal city, the climate is warm and temperate. The winters are cold and there is much more rainfall during the winters compared to the summers.
Getting Around the City:
The city itself is small and very walkable. You will need a car because many of the hotels are on the outskirts and no one wants to walk in the rain. Rideshare services are available if you are not planning to travel outside the city then it can be an affordable option. If you are passing through Monterey than your best bet is to rent a car.
Electronic Appliance Support:
110-120-volt electricity is generated at 60 Hz (60 cycles per second) alternating current
Safety:
Monterey is considered a safe city and is very tourist friendly.
Cultural Norms:
Monterey is a coastal city, laid back, and with beautiful weather. Enjoy the views and be prepared to wait at the restaurants since most of the restaurants are small and locally owned. It’s a bit pricey but the views and relaxation are absolutely worth it.