Cannery Row

Monterey, California

Cannery Row

Location: Monterey, California
Category: Landmarks

About

Overview

Cannery Row is a historic waterfront street in Monterey. Once the center of the sardine packing industry, it is now a tourist destination with hotels, shops, and restaurants.

Top Highlights

  • History: Preserved cannery buildings and history.
  • Shopping: Souvenir shops, galleries, and boutiques.
  • Dining: Seafood restaurants with bay views.
  • Steinbeck: Made famous by John Steinbeck's novel.

Things to Do

Walk along the street, visit the shops, dine at a waterfront restaurant, and soak up the history. The area is lively and scenic.

Entry & Visitor Information

  • Location: Monterey waterfront.
  • Parking: Public garages and street parking.
  • Access: Open to the public year-round.