Monterey Walking Tour: Cannery Row Secrets

Discover the charm of Cannery Row on a walking tour with Original Monterey Walking Tours. Immerse yourself in the history, wildlife, and stories of this iconic waterfront area.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cannery Row - The best tours of the Monterey waterfront and Cannery Row are up close and on foot with the Original Monterey Walking Tours. From the breakwater to the Monterey Bay Aquarium we will visit the days of the “Sardine Capital of the World” and walk in the steps of Steinbeck’s characters.
What's Included
  • Expert local guide
What's Not Included
  • gratuities
Additional Information

Beyond the Monterey Bay Aquarium, uncover the lesser-known Cannery Row with the Original Monterey Walking Tours and local guides who bring Monterey’s stories to life! Travel back to when Monterey was known as “the Sardine Capital of the World” and enjoy the captivating charm of the Monterey waterfront and Cannery Row, now home to the Monterey Bay…

Location
651 Wave St
Wave Street
The Monterey Walking Tours Cannery Row Tour starts at 651 Wave St, halfway between Prescott and Hoffman, at the benches in the small plaza near the parking garage elevators. 9:45 AM meet for 10 AM departure
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(41 Ratings)
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Genec958
Nov 10, 2025
Very informative - Tom was excellent tour guide. Saw all the important parts of Cannery row. He explained the history of the area. Answered any questions and took his time with us.
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87deborahm
Nov 1, 2025
Informative and fun, loved it! - Fascinating tour, enables you to imagine how Monterey was in its cannery heyday. Adds depth to our understanding of this small town that has had a outsize mpact on California and the world!
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Trip546279
Oct 13, 2025
I just had to book this tour again! I did a walking tour with Thom Diggins about 2 years ago. It was fantastic! - I’m at tour Director and had a group of 26 guests with me traveling through Monterey, CA. We were staying in the city for 2 days. I have taken a walking tour of Monterey with Thom Diggins a couple of years ago. It was fantastic and I knew I wanted him to do the same for my guests! Thom is so knowledgeable about Monterey and its history. He is passionate about the city and its culture, history, food and its future - and it shows! It was great to have him show my guests around Cannery Row and Pacific Grove. He then was able to make suggestions for dinner and extra activities for their free time. Thom will definitely be on my itinerary next season!
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Debra_m
Sep 14, 2025
Cannery Tour - Had a great and informative tour on Cannery Row. Would highly recommend this tour with Tom. We loved seeing all the sea lions up close on the beach !!!
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Aileen_h
Aug 30, 2025
Cannery Row Tour - Very enjoyable and informative. Our tour guide, Tom, was very interesting and knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend this tour if you are interested in the history of Cannery Row and John Steinbeck.
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Thomassk940xw
Aug 11, 2025
Time very well spent in Cannery Row - Our Cannery Row walk with guide Tom was fun, informative, and relaxed. He deployed decades of familiarity with the area, alongside a deep knowledge of the canneries and how John Steinbeck intersected with that world. We left the tour with much more context and still more trailheads to pursue.
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Sherpa12312226638
Jul 18, 2025
We learned So MUCH!!! - The tour was super informative and we really enjoyed our guides passion and expertise. A Great Tour! From the old days to the new...very educational!
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Billsk1520dq
Jul 10, 2025
Top-Notch Tour and Inside Info about Cannery Row with Tom - We had the pleasure of touring Cannery Row with Tom. Tom has lived in the area for many years and knew a tremendous amount about the history and the insider info. From the moment we met him, it was clear that Tom is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the area but also genuinely passionate about sharing its history, and hidden gems about the area, Steinbeck, and the book Cannery Row. Would be a good idea to read the book if you haven’t. Well worth it. Thanks Tom.
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Mary_g
Apr 7, 2025
Take a tour to understand Monterey - Shirley is a long time residence of Monterey and definitely knew her history. Cannery Row is a must see.
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F344tldenniss
Oct 23, 2025
Would not recommend - Alright if your under the influence of alcohol or stoned ...gravy not the best or close to it ..fries are burnt or barely edible... everything greasy..
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).