Historical Tours

Best 30 Historical Tours in Monterey & Carmel , California


Featured Monterey & Carmel Attractions
Monterey & Carmel

Monterey Bay Aquarium

886 Cannery Row

★★★★☆4.7 (1,283)
Monterey & Carmel

17-Mile Drive

17-Mile Drive

★★★★☆4.5 (4,016)

Featured Monterey & Carmel Tours
Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road

Discover one of the most scenic rides in the world on our electric bikes. Famous for its beauty, Big Sur offers the ultimate experience to explore California's Central Coast. On this guided tour, we will meet at the st…

★★★★☆4.3 (7)
Carmel-by-the-Sea 2.5-3 Hour Electric Bike Tour Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea 2.5-3 Hour Electric Bike Tour

From fairy-tale cottages nestled in the trees to millionaire mansions along the beach, the charm and beauty of Carmel-by-the-Sea is unparalleled. While we take in the beautiful vistas, learn the history and stories surro…

★★★★☆5.0 (118)
17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

17-Mile Drive offers the ultimate experience to explore the peninsula. You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Your guide will take you to all of the best spots in Pebble Beach. You'll pass iconic…

🕐 2 hours and a half ★★★★☆4.9 (424)
Carmel Walk Guided Tour Carmel by the Sea Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel Walk Guided Tour Carmel by the Sea

As featured in the Los Angeles Times and San Francisco Chronicle, CARMEL WALKS is the premier walking tour voted "best of" by Trip Advisor in 2024. You'll embark on a delightful 2-hour adventure with a lively, well-infor…

🕐 2 hours ★★★★☆4.9 (60)
Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour

You will coast from our downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea bike shop directly down to Carmel Beach to romp on the beach with your furry friend! Then ride along the Carmel coastline via Scenic Drive. You’ll sniff out landmarks li…

🕐 2 hours ★★★★☆4.9 (27)
Carmel-By-The-Sea Electric Bike Guided Tour Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel-By-The-Sea Electric Bike Guided Tour

You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea and explore cottages throughout Carmel. Passing several local historic sites, you will ride down the Carmel coastline along Scenic Drive; a one-way, 15-mile …

🕐 2 hours and a half ★★★★☆4.8 (74)
Cannery Row: Sardines, Steinbeck and Sea Otters Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Cannery Row: Sardines, Steinbeck and Sea Otters

Cannery Row is more than just the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Explore the Cannery Row that most visitors never see, with the Original Monterey Walking Tours and local guides who make the tales of Monterey come alive! Journey…

★★★★☆4.9 (43)
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea

Your walk opens up a whole new vista of Carmel for you while our guides, who are skilled storytellers, weave together the tales of the arts and artists, architecture and history and the unbelievable stories of the people…

🕐 2 hours ★★★★☆5.0 (134)
17-Mile Drive Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey & Carmel Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

17-Mile Drive Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey & Carmel

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the famous 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, Monterey with a self-guided audio tour! Learn about iconic landmarks like Lone Cyprus, Seal Rock, a…

★★★☆☆3.9 (53)
Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour Private Tour
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Are you looking for a way to see Carmel’s famous Comstock Cottages without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • See 11 fairytale cottages, and find out about architect Hugh …

★★★☆☆3.3 (95)
Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

The best way to see the entire peninsula's coast is to begin at Monterey and travel through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Our bike shop is situated on the Rec Trail in the historic Cannery Row of the Monterey Plaza Hot…

🕐 2 hours and a half ★★★★☆4.8 (79)
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1 Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

GuideAlong's Audio Tour takes you on an incredible self-guided journey along this scenic 130 mile stretch of California’s coast. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor kno…

★★★★★5.0 (4)
Driving the California Coast: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Driving the California Coast: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Experience a spectacular driving tour that follows Highway 1 to Big Sur, often called “the greatest meeting of land and water in the world.” You’ll be greeted by views of the Santa Lucia Mountains rising abruptly from …

★★★★☆4.6 (17)
Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Private Tour
Monterey & Carmel

Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour will explore Historic Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. This 60-minute tour is designed to keep you on the move while walking at a reasonably slow pace, and still see all of the …

🕐 1 hour ★★★☆☆3.9 (15)
Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of 17 Mile Drive Monterey Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of 17 Mile Drive Monterey

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive and explore the Monterey Peninsula’s dramatic coastal views, rugged cliffs, and famous landmarks. See the iconic Lone Cypress tree standing tall for over 250 …

★★★★☆4.5 (2)
Carmel Point: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Private Tour
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel Point: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour will explore the rugged Carmel coastline where you will have stunning views of Point Lobos, Carmel Beach and Carmel River State Beach. The tour winds its way through the ch…

★★★★★5.0 (2)
Carmel-by-the-Sea: Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of the Village Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea: Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of the Village

Explore Carmel-by-the-Sea, a coastal village known for its storybook cottages, hidden courtyards, and artistic heritage, on a self-guided audio tour that plays automatically as you walk. Starting in the village center, y…

🕐 1 hour ★★★☆☆3.0 (2)
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel by the Sea: A Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Carmel by the Sea is a story of unmatchable beauty and history that can be explored on this self-guided audio drive. This one of a kind village of less than 5,000 was founded by writers, poets, artists and musicians over…

🕐 30 minutes ★★★☆☆3.8 (9)
Myths, Legends and Tales of Old Monterey Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Myths, Legends and Tales of Old Monterey

Discover the Real Monterey! Visit historic sites and adobes and hear fascinating tales of the people and events of Old Mexican California's Capitol. Skip the tourist spots and explore what most visitors miss – the hidde…

🕐 2 hours and a half ★★★★☆4.8 (44)
Half Day Monterey Peninsula Sightseeing Tour New On Viator
Monterey & Carmel

Half Day Monterey Peninsula Sightseeing Tour

This comprehensive tour offers a fantastic introduction to the breathtaking beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, featuring sightseeing in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach (with 17 Mile Drive entry included!), and charm…

🕐 3 hours and a half ★★★★★5.0 (6)
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour will explore Cannery Row in Monterey California and the surrounding area as well as a number of hotels and historic sites. There's a separate admission charge for entrance …

🕐 1 hour and a half ★★★★☆4.1 (20)
Monterey Fisherman's Wharf and Presidio Scavenger Hunt Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Monterey Fisherman's Wharf and Presidio Scavenger Hunt

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 shop…

🕐 2 hours ★★★★☆4.7 (3)
A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Jewels of Monterey! Private Tour
Monterey & Carmel

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Jewels of Monterey!

Let's Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company! Gather your crew and get ready to explore the city like never before. Walk to the coolest landmarks and uncover hidden gems, solving mind-bending challenges and trivia…

🕐 2 hours ★★★☆☆3.0 (6)
Off the Beaten Path in Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Tour Private Tour
Monterey & Carmel

Off the Beaten Path in Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Tour

This self-guided walking audio tour explores off-the-beaten-path areas of Carmel-by-the-Sea. You will walk through Carmel’s quiet and charming northwest side of town, which is home to artist Mary Austin’s Rose Cottage. D…

🕐 1 hour ★★★☆☆3.8 (11)
Monterey Cannery Row Scavenger Hunt Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Monterey Cannery Row Scavenger Hunt

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 friends…

🕐 1 hour and a half
Carmel-by-the-Sea’s Bohemian Art Scene: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Private Tour
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea’s Bohemian Art Scene: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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…

Carmel-by-the-Sea Mission Areas: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea Mission Areas: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This self-guided audio walking tour covers Carmel-by-the-Sea’s three mission areas: Mission Ranch, Carmel Mission Basilica, and the Mission Trail Nature Preserve. Our tour begins and ends at the Mission Ranch Hotel, own…

★★★☆☆3.0 (1)
Monterey Self-Guided Walking Tour Cannery Row to Old Monterey Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

Monterey Self-Guided Walking Tour Cannery Row to Old Monterey

Discover Monterey’s rich history on a self-guided audio tour that guides you from Cannery Row to Old Monterey. This immersive experience allows you to stroll the scenic waterfront, inspired by Steinbeck, while learning a…

🕐 2 hours ★★★★★5.0 (1)
Monterey Scavenger Hunt Adventure Private Tour
Monterey & Carmel

Monterey Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Set off on a Monterey adventure filled with history, intrigue, and excitement! Explore the city’s fascinating past as the capital of Alta California, stroll along the famous Cannery Row, and discover the influential peop…

🕐 3 hours
17 Mile Drive eBike Tour in Monterey Free Cancellation
Monterey & Carmel

17 Mile Drive eBike Tour in Monterey

Explore the stunning 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike, where the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula unfolds around you. This self-guided GPS eBike tour allows you to effortlessly navigate through picturesque coastal views…

🕐 2 hours ★★★★★5.0 (2)