Old Monterey Walking Food Tour
Overview
Discover Monterey Through Its Flavors
Experience Old Monterey like never before on this leisurely, guided food tour that highlights the best local flavors and hidden culinary gems. Stroll through the historic downtown district as you taste your way through five diverse food and drink stops—from savory bites and freshly made crepes to locally brewed beer and small-batch ice cream.
As you walk, your guide will share fascinating stories about Monterey’s rich history, colorful characters, and cultural landmarks. Along the way, you’ll support local restaurants and artisans while uncovering spots you may want to revisit later.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a local looking to rediscover your hometown, this tour offers a delicious and insightful way to spend the day.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities at food/drink stops
- Beverages (including wine, beer and/or hard cider tastings)
- Food tasting
- Local guide
- Gratuities for your guide (optional)
Meeting Location
Old Fisherman’s Wharf #
Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Alvarado Street
Monterey, CA 93940, USA
What To Expect
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-88377P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
Filter by:
- Lunch.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Gratuities at food/drink stops.
- Beverages (including wine, beer and/or hard cider tastings).
- Food tasting.
- Local guide.
- Gratuities for your guide (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Old Monterey Walking Food Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Old Monterey Walking Food Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities at food/drink stops
- Beverages (including wine, beer and/or hard cider tastings)
- Food tasting
- Local guide
- Gratuities for your guide (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
