Timeline
09:00
Walk through the historic downtown of Old Monterey. Arrive early to enjoy the quiet atmosphere among the 19th-century buildings and gardens before the tour groups arrive.
09:45
Step into the historic Fremont Adobe building next door to the post office. Order a French pastry and a latte from Parker-Lusseau Pastries. It is a small patisserie that offers some of the best French pastries and lattes this side of the Atlantic.
10:15
Head to Rosine's for lunch. This downtown, family-friendly classic serves wonderful portions of comfort food. Famous for its spectacular cakes, make sure you have someone to share with!
Local tip
Rosine's and Parker-Lusseau Pastries are both within a short walk from the historic park. If you prefer a quicker snack, East Village Cafe is also nearby and opens at 07:00.
Check before you go
- Rosine's does not list specific opening hours, so arrive during typical lunch hours.
- Parker-Lusseau Pastries is located inside the historic Fremont Adobe building.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Monterey (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).