Timeline
11:00
Arrive at the Monterey Museum of Art Pacific Street location as it opens. The galleries are quietest in the morning, giving you space to enjoy the permanent and rotating exhibitions without the midday crowds.
11:45
Walk four minutes to Parker-Lusseau Pastries. Tucked in the historic Fremont Adobe building, this small patisserie is the perfect spot for a French pastry and a latte. The atmosphere is intimate and the pastries are widely considered some of the best in town.
12:15
Stroll six minutes to Monterey State Historic Park. Wander through Old Monterey to see the well-preserved 19th-century buildings and gardens. It is a peaceful way to spend the afternoon, soaking in the local history just steps from your lunch spot.
Local tip
The museum is open Thursday through Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00. Parker-Lusseau Pastries does not publish specific hours, so it is wise to check their current status before you go. Monterey State Historic Park is an outdoor area accessible during daylight hours.
Check before you go
- The Monterey Museum of Art Pacific Street location opens at 11:00 on Thursdays through Sundays.
- Parker-Lusseau Pastries does not list fixed opening hours in the provided information; please verify their current status before visiting.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Monterey (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).