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Monterey State Historic Park

Step back in time at Monterey State Historic Park, one of California's most significant and storied landmarks, right in the heart of downtown Monterey. Follow the self-guided Path of History through a collection of beautifully preserved adobe buildings, gardens, and sites that trace California's journey from Spanish colonial rule through Mexican governance and into American statehood.

Monterey State Historic Park

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20 Custom House Plaza,
Monterey, California , 93940

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Distance from Hotel: 1.46 miles
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Located throughout the Monterey Old Town historic district, discover California's historic houses and buildings, California's first theater, and the site where the U.S. flag was first raised over the state. Enjoy a guided tour or stroll past 17 historic buildings, many of which showcase California's transition from a remote Spanish outpost to an official state. This heritage attraction features an open-air museum, beautiful gardens, and the Custom House, the oldest government building in California.

Hours & Prices

Hours: May through September: 9 AM to 5 PM; October through April: 10 AM to 4 PM.

Prices: Free

Events

  • History Fest
  • Christmas in the Adobes

Activities

  • Historic Buildings
  • Guided Tours
  • Walking Path Tours
  • Gardens
  • Museums
  • Sightseeing

FAQ's

Visitors to the Monterey State Historic Park can explore several notable historic sites, including Custom House, Pacific House Museum, and Colton Hall. Custom House is the oldest public building in California, Pacific House Museum showcases the history of Monterey, and Colton Hall is where the California Constitution was drafted in 1849. Planning a trip to these sites offers a glimpse into the rich history of Monterey during the Spanish and Mexican periods.
 
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