A history-saturated neighborhood and a literary landmark, Monterey’s Cannery Row is a must-see for fans of John Steinbeck and American literature—and this self-led walking tour offers a seamless, flexible way to discover. Upon purchasing, download the audio tour and use when and as often as you’d like. You’ll learn about the rise and fall of the local fishing industry, Steinbeck’s work, the neighborhood’s revival, and more.
Once downloaded, this good-value audio tour never expires
This self-led tour is perfect for independent-minded travelers
Bring the literary history of Monterey’s Cannery Row to life
Learn the stories behind the sights from the in-depth audio commentary
What To Expect
The Cannery Row Monument
The tour takes you past the Cannery Row Monument and briefly explains the significance of each person depicted.
• Admission Ticket Free
Monterey Canning Company
The tour takes you past the original Monterey Canning Company warehouse. Outside the warehouse is where you’ll hear the story of
Cannery Row.
• Admission Ticket Free
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
The tour passes the Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. restaurant which is the highest-grossing restaurant on the Row. You’ll hear about its connection to the Monterey Canning Company.
• Admission Ticket Free
InterContinental The Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
The tour will take you briefly inside the InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel where you’ll be shown a historic aerial photograph of Cannery Row.
• Admission Ticket Free
Doc Rickett’s Pacific Biological Laboratories
You’ll walk past Doc Rickett’s Pacific Biological Laboratories where you’ll more about the man that lived there.
• Admission Ticket Free
Monterey Bay Aquarium
The tour takes you past the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
• Admission Ticket Free
Bechtel Family Center for Ocean Education and Leadership
The tour takes you past this environmentally sustainable, 25,000 square foot center. It opened in 2019, to expand and enhance the Aquarium’s educational programs by offering free informative programs for teachers and students.
• Admission Ticket Free
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The tour stops briefly outside the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa where you’ll hear about some of its shops.
• Admission Ticket Free
San Carlos Beach
You’ll walk along the San Carlos Beach.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Lifetime access to this tour in English
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclude
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink