Old Monterey Walking Food Tour

Overview

Discover, Taste and Enjoy on this leisurely walk that will immerse you into the rich culinary gems and history of Monterey. Indulge in decadent specialties from hand-crafted ice cream, luxurious chocolates, ethnic cuisines, and local wines. Accompanied by a guide, stroll with an intimate group and deepen your knowledge of Monterey history. Learn exciting and historical facts along the way, all while enjoying personalized attention.

City: Monterey & Carmel

Wed 09 Apr

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Starting at $164.00

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Wed 09 Apr

Starting at $164.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Gratuities at food/drink stops

Local guide

Alcoholic Beverages

Lunch

Beverages (including wine, beer and/or hard cider tastings)

Food tasting

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Adult pricing applies to all travelers 4 and over
Please email the host with any specific dietary requirements
Vegetarian & vegan options are available, please email the host
A moderate amount of walking is involved (1.5 to 2 miles total).
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (Comfortable shoes and clothes, dress in layers as weather on the Monterey Peninsula is always changing due to our unique microclimates).

What To Expect

Monterey

Meet your guide in front of the Old Fisherman's Wharf and embark upon your epicurean exploration of Monterey. Step back in time at our first stop as small bites are enjoyed in a historic setting. Venture to Alvarado Street and the hidden gems of downtown Monterey's back streets where locals dine. Enjoy dishes from traditional Indian or Greek cuisine to local cider and pasta in a gastropub to deep dish pizza. Next, visit an artisan ice cream shop, sample handcrafted ice cream while visiting the kitchen. Continue past many historic buildings in Monterey including a couple of California's firsts while hearing stories about Monterey past and present. Finally, sip local wine and savor delicious local cheese. Bid your guide and group farewell, but feel free to remain at the last stop after the tour concludes.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (198)

Gahan

Mar 2025

Was visiting the area with some friends and we did this on the first day. Not only was the history interesting but the food and drinks were great. Good way to find out about local restaurants as we went back to one place another time during the trip. Our guide, Jessica, was well informed and fun to listen to. We had a fun group of guests and really had a good time with them.

Paris_H

Mar 2025

Jessica was an amazing tour guide. We have found that these tours are often as good as the group you are with. We may have started as a group of just us, a last minute decision added the perfect 3 person group to ours. We laughed so much, took in the history that Jessica had to offer, answered pop quiz questions, and really enjoyed the food stops. This was a great choice to add to our trip.

Heather_W

Feb 2025

Great tour! She was very well informed about the history of Monterey and had some amazing factoids that were shared during the tour. Food and drinks were excellent and we ended up being the only 2 people on the tour so I was thankful to have the tour not cancel but it also allowed us to ask more questions in things we were most interested in. I loved the tour and would do it again.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

We’re so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the tour! Thank you for your kind words about the history, food, and drinks. We always do our best to run tours, even with small groups, so we’re glad you were able to enjoy a more personalized experience and dive into the details that interested you most. We’d love to have you back again for another food adventure in Monterey!