The building of St John's Chapel was started on June 14, 1891. It was officially opened in 1894 by Bishop Nicols of the Diocese of California.
In 1957, the road next to the chapel had to be removed. Since the move in 1957, the chapel has continued to serve the people of Monterey, preserving the integrity of traditional worship. Every Sunday locals gather here for communion. All the neighborhood weddings take place here, so you might get to see a happy Monterey couple!

The Naval Postgraduate School of Monterey City is a research university and it is operated by the United States Navy. It grants both master's degrees and doctoral degrees. The area designated for students is very well preserved and is a delight to walk in and take a look. The buildings of the complex are built in a simple manner. Outside, in the park, you'll be able to see the students working hard. They are the future of US navy.

Children want candies and ice-cream, teenagers look for chips and cola, grownups seek...everything for the house! Valnizza Market & Liquor is a local supermarket, that has been serving Monterey downtown neighborhoods for many years. Anytime you'll be able to see a granny with her lovable grandchildren, parents and young people in love searching for food and beverages.

Originally this cemetery was established in 1834. It was called San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo. It comprises 13.5 acres and is located in central Monterey. This is the central cemetery, but not the only one. Lately, a lot of outdoor crypts have been built, making the scene nicer, filled up the open spaces with some nice architecture. It is obvious that this is not a fun place to be, but it is a place of everyday life, a quiet place, where locals come to commemorate their relatives and friends.

Esteban is a local hot spot for Monterey City youth in the evenings. It is a popular disco-bar visited mostly by local young people. The style of the interiors is Spanish, the music played here is hip-hop and pop. Twice a week they have a salsa and Spanish dance night. Sometimes they organize karaoke nights. During the day Esteban is an authentic Spanish food restaurant.

Hunting for something specific to Monterey? This park will give you a ringside view into the real emotions, faces and eyes of Monterey people. This park has six tennis courts and a huge baseball field! It has seats and parking places so that visitors can enjoy some great games. Everyday children and students come here to practice, but on Sundays and holidays the big show is on. It is a modern park, very clean and very crowded with locals.

After a whole day filled with events, after long walks around Monterey, tired and hungry, we offer you the best thing to do for an evening - rest on the beach. The sand is great in Monterey city, and the ocean is calm and warm in the evenings. Local fast-food, small bars and tiny gift boutiques are placed at the gates. Locals come here for an evening walk, a little beach picnic, some sports and games and family reunions. Among them you will no longer be a visitor, but a real Monterey resident!