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

Fri 18 Apr

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Starting at $164.00

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Fri 18 Apr

Starting at $164.00

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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)

Excursion20434754119

Feb 2025

The host was really sweet and informative! It was a great food experience while learning about the history of Monterey. There was a nice variety of foods in the itinerary. During our lunch food selection it would have been great to have multiple options like in the other food stops we went to throughout the food tour. But otherwise, it was an overall great experience. We would definitely try it again. Thank you, Sonja.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, history, and Sonja’s hosting. We appreciate your feedback on the lunch stop and will certainly take it into consideration as we continue to enhance our guest experience. We’d love to have you join us again for another tour—there’s always more to taste and discover in Monterey!

Tourist39978865030

Feb 2025

Sonja was amazing and super knowledgeable about the area’s history. We had a great time and enjoyed all the food stops. Highly recommend!

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time exploring Monterey with Sonja and enjoying all the delicious food stops. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!

Sheri_H

Jan 2025

We had an amazing time. We have been to Monterey probably over 100 times and learned so much about the history. Valerie was our guide and we loved her. She was very knowledgeable and can tell she loved the area as well.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you had an amazing time and even discovered new things about Monterey’s history after so many visits. Valerie’s passion for the area truly shines, and we’re glad she made your experience special. We’d love to see you on another tour soon!