Explore Monterey’s history with a self-guided audio tour from Cannery Row to Old Monterey. Discover landmarks and stories at your own pace.
Explore Monterey’s history with a self-guided audio tour from Cannery Row to Old Monterey. Discover landmarks and stories at your own pace.
- Cannery Row - Once the vibrant center of Monterey’s sardine industry, Cannery Row now exudes oceanfront allure. Stroll where factory whistles once resounded and see how Steinbeck transformed these working docks into a literary icon.
- John Steinbeck Memorial - Stop by the bronze statue of Monterey’s renowned storyteller and learn how Steinbeck…
- Cannery Row - Once the vibrant center of Monterey’s sardine industry, Cannery Row now exudes oceanfront allure. Stroll where factory whistles once resounded and see how Steinbeck transformed these working docks into a literary icon.
- John Steinbeck Memorial - Stop by the bronze statue of Monterey’s renowned storyteller and learn how Steinbeck captured the essence of Cannery Row’s characters and challenges, preserving a moment that continues to define the city.
- Presidio Museum - Delve into Monterey’s military heritage at the Presidio, where centuries of global influence — from Spanish soldiers to American forces — narrate the story of a coastline shaped by power and commerce.
- Colton Hall Museum - Enter the grand building where California’s first constitution was crafted in 1849. Formerly a schoolhouse and civic hall, Colton Hall remains a pivotal site in the state’s early democracy.
- Custom House Museum - As California’s oldest government building, the Custom House witnessed the first raising of the U.S. flag over the state. Its sturdy adobe walls echo tales of trade, transition, and empire.
- Larkin House - Explore one of Monterey’s most refined adobes, merging New England symmetry with Spanish colonial design. Once the residence of Thomas Larkin — the U.S. consul before statehood — it symbolizes cultural integration.
- Old Fisherman’s Wharf - Inhale the salty breeze at Monterey’s historic pier, where fishing fleets once embarked at dawn. Today, the wharf offers a vibrant mix of seafood, sea lions, and panoramic bay views.
- San Carlos Cathedral - As California’s oldest stone building and first cathedral, San Carlos Borromeo serves as a serene reminder of Monterey’s mission-era origins and enduring faith through the ages.
- California’s First Theatre - Glimpse inside the modest adobe that hosted California’s inaugural performances — a lively hub for soldiers, settlers, and storytellers at the dawn of statehood.
- Monterey Museum of Art - Where history meets creativity, the Monterey Museum of Art honors the coast’s natural beauty through California Impressionism and contemporary works inspired by the landscape and light.

- Unlimited access with flexible usage
- In-app audio guide and route map
- App and tour download available
- Unlimited access with flexible usage
- In-app audio guide and route map
- App and tour download available
- Smartphone (bring your own)
- Smartphone (bring your own)
Embark on a self-guided audio tour through Monterey’s vibrant history, taking you from Cannery Row to Old Monterey. This engaging journey lets you wander along the picturesque waterfront, inspired by Steinbeck, while discovering the rise and fall of the sardine canneries. Visit notable sites such as Colton Hall and the Custom House, and listen to…
Embark on a self-guided audio tour through Monterey’s vibrant history, taking you from Cannery Row to Old Monterey. This engaging journey lets you wander along the picturesque waterfront, inspired by Steinbeck, while discovering the rise and fall of the sardine canneries. Visit notable sites such as Colton Hall and the Custom House, and listen to stories of the artists and mariners who influenced this city. With GPS-activated narration, explore Monterey’s rich past at your leisure.
- Self-guided audio tour featuring GPS-activated narration
- Visit historical landmarks like Colton Hall and the Custom House
- Experience Monterey’s cultural and industrial legacy at your own pace
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.