Private Tour

Monterey Self-Guided Walking Tour Cannery Row to Old Monterey

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover Monterey’s rich history on a self-guided audio tour that guides you from Cannery Row to Old Monterey. This immersive experience allows you to stroll the scenic waterfront, inspired by Steinbeck, while learning about the rise and decline of the sardine canneries. Explore significant landmarks like Colton Hall and the Custom House, and hear tales of the artists and seafarers who shaped this city. With GPS-triggered narration, you can uncover Monterey’s layered past at your own pace.

- Self-guided audio tour with GPS-triggered narration

- Explore historical sites like Colton Hall and the Custom House

- Discover Monterey’s artistic and industrial heritage at your own pace

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Cannery Row

Once the bustling heart of Monterey’s sardine industry, Cannery Row now buzzes with oceanfront charm. Walk where factory whistles once echoed and discover how Steinbeck turned these working docks into literary legend.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Pause by the bronze likeness of Monterey’s most famous storyteller and hear how Steinbeck immortalized the characters and struggles of Cannery Row — capturing a moment in time that still defines the city today.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Flexible Usage (unlimited access)

Audio Guide & Route Map (in-app)

App and Tour Download

Smartphone (bring your own)

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