Top Monterey & Carmel Historical Tours

Get your bearings in a new city easily with help from this Carmel-by-the-Sea Walking Tour. Prebook your tour and guarantee your guided walk on the day of your preference. See highlights of Carmel such as the First Murphy House, Church of the Wayfarer, Tuck Box, Hog's Breath Inn, and more, while you hear history and stories of the city from your guide.

Sophisticated and glamorous, Carmel-By-The-Sea sits on the Pacific just two hours south of San Francisco. The town isn’t all ritz, though—11 fairytale cottages line the hilly streets like something from a children’s book. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll escape the crowds and explore the houses at your pace, led by a knowledgeable guide right in your pocket.

Carmel-by-the-Sea is a vibrant community that’s no doubt inspired by the dazzling scenery that surrounds it. Find your own sense of wonder and inspiration during this electric bike tour. Hop on two wheels and let the small yet strong motor power you as you pedal around the Golden Rectangle of Carmel-by-the-Sea. This oceanside ride is a great way to explore the air at a reasonable pace.

The best tours of historic Monterey are up close and on foot with the Original Monterey Walking Tours. Explore the Cradle of California on a highly rated experience that is interesting, informative and fun for all ages.

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.

Comfortably cover a lot of ground with this e-bike tour through charming Carmel-by-the-Sea. Ride from the bike shop in downton to the town’s fairy-tale cottages and down the Carmel coastline along Scenic Drive. See landmarks such as the Tor House, Carmel River State Beach, Clint Eastwood’s Mission Ranch, and the Carmel Mission in under three hours.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a self-guided audio tour Discover the seaside charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea—and enjoy an independent way to explore—with this self-led, smartphone audio tour. Upon booking, download the tour and set off at a time that works best for you. Your GPS-assisted tour works offline, and will guide you directly to the town’s top attractions, from local landmarks and art galleries to public parks and more. As you go, learn more about the town’s rich history.

Follow Highway 1 to the spectacular scenery of Big Sur—and enjoy a flexible, independent road trip experience—with this self-led smartphone audio tour. Once downloaded, the tour never expires, and you can use whenever suits you best. Set off from Carmel along the coast, discover famous vistas at the Bixby Canyon Bridge and Point Sur, and learn more about the region from the GPS-trigged audio commentary.

California’s Highway 1 is a scenic and beautiful route that many visitors and locals alike enjoy driving, mainly for the views alone. Skip a crowded bus tour and book this Big Sur PCH Highway 1 Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour instead that allows you to explore the area at your own pace in the comfort of your own vehicle. Listen to the audio guide as you drive and take in fun stories, too.

What happens in Vegas might stay in Vegas, but you don’t have to! This bundle of self-guided driving tours in the Las Vegas area is perfect for anyone looking to escape the city and discover the splendor of the American West. This bundle includes tours of the following national parks: Death Valley Joshua Tree Grand Canyon Zion Bryce Canyon Sequoia and King's Canyon Yosemite Arches Canyonlands plus Hoover Dam and Lake Mead! Each tour is within a day’s drive of Las Vegas and features incredible natural scenery, fascinating history, and so much more. After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Leave behind the awkward group walking tours and explore Carmel-by-the-Sea on your own, off the beaten path—but with a guide in your pocket. Using just your smartphone (the guide works offline), you’ll travel from Mary Austin’s Rose Cottage to the First Murphy House to the hidden Jane Powers Walkway and beyond. Stop and start as you like, learning about every nook and cranny you pass along the way.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of Carmel’s three mission areas helps travelers save money and explore completely at their own pace. Follow your downloaded map app along Mission Ranch, Carmel Mission Basilica, and the Mission Trail Nature Preserve while learning about the early California and Carmel history

With the scenic 17 Mile Drive nearby and dozens of worthy sights between Pebble Beach and Point Lobos, Carmel-by-the-Sea might be best explored by car. This self-guided, app-based audio tour narrated by a well-known resident helps travelers take private trips through town, visiting hidden gems, beaches, downtown, the Mission Carmel, and other sights. The tour takes less than an hour, but travelers can explore at their own pace as the app syncs audio with smartphone GPS systems.

Experience 17-Mile Drive in a whole new way with this affordable driving tour from Monterey to Carmel by the Sea. • Venture off of the main road to explore some of the rewarding sights found along this stretch of Monterey’s peninsula including some of the oldest Cypress trees in existence • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse, a California native with a penchant for telling stories • Do it all in 120 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Stroll along Monterey’s Cannery Row, and learn about its significance on this guided walking tour. Walk from the breakwater to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, all along the waterfront, and learn about the city’s heyday as the “Sardine Capital of the World.” Step inside the shoes of John Steinbeck’s characters and enjoy beautiful views of the bay.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a self-guided audio tour Explore the Carmel coastline on this self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour. Wind your way through the charming tree-lined streets of Carmel Point where you'll discover unique homes built on the one-time windswept treeless bluff. Take in stunning views of Point Lobos, Carmel Beach, and Carmel River State Beach. Along the way, learn about Carmel's famous houses, its flora and fauna, the movies filmed on the point, and the first softball league in the U.S.

Experience in the scenic splendor of the California coast, its forested interior, and patchwork of agricultural fields on this self-guided audio driving tour along Highway 1. Start in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea and head north toward Monterey, all the way to Santa Cruz Beach. Along the way, drive through quaint towns like Fort Ord, Castroville, Moss Landing, Aptos, and Capitola.

Are you looking for a way to gallery hop around Carmel-by-the-Sea's art scene at your own pace? See 18 galleries and studios with this affordable self-guided walking tour. • Find out what makes this small seaside city a mecca for modern day Bohemian artists • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse, who co-authored the book Historic Homes and Inns of Carmel-by-the-Sea • Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the industry-leading VoiceMap mobile app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. The app has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Explore the best of the American Southwest, from California to Texas and everything in between. Tour the majestic parks in Utah, explore the world’s first national park in Wyoming, drive around California, and much more on this exclusive Southwest bundle. Over 36+ self-guided tours to keep you engaged all summer and beyond. After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the vibrant streets of Monterey, California. Explore a city renowned for its beauty and history. Delve into the bustling Fisherman's Wharf and let the charm of its unique shops and restaurants draw you in. See the historic presidio and amazing Monterey Bay views. Explore at your own pace feel Monterey's vibrant spirit and take in its quaint charm. Ready to discover Monterey in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the vibrant streets of Monterey, California. Explore Cannery Row and discover its unique and diverse history. Take in the historic stories, including those of a unique friendship between an influential scientist (Doc Ricketts) and a famous author (John Steinbeck). Delve into the happening Cannery Row. Explore and see the many unique shops, restaurants and galleries. Stroll past McAbee beach and see the Cannery Row Monument. Marvel at the amazing views of Monterey Bay. Explore at your own pace and see the best of what Monterey has to offer. Ready to discover Monterey and Cannery Row in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!