I likes coming here, cool vibe. Old town, John Steinbeck wrote about this place. I love reading and i love the Cannery row in Monterey, ca. read more

After years of visits to Monterey, Carmel, Half Moon Bay, and Santa Cruz, we decided to visit Cannery Row. I enjoyed the history and the information on Steinbeck throughout our walk. Was disappointed that it felt very touristy and crowded with a lot of trinket shops . Definitely not a place I will visit again or bring out of town family to. read more

Everytime we visit Monterey, we always like to take a walk down Cannery Row and stop by the fountains, statues, and places that overlook the small little beach. We came and spent the day here and recommend taking the path that leads all the way to Old Fisherman's Wharf. Minus one star because the streets could be a bit cleaner (some areas there were SO MUCH bird feces splattered all over the sidewalk) and wider and the entire place has more potential. Parking is a pain as well if you only plan to eat at the local Bubba Gump or stay there for a few hours. We ended up paying a $28 all-day parking fee and spent a few hours at the Row and Wharf. read more

It was nice to walk around here at night and find out that the parking is free after 8pm. There was plenty to look at and people watching is abundant. read more

That bust of John Steinbeck they have on Cannery Row should be mounted on a permanently revolving spindle, because that would probably accurately represent Steinbeck's current disposition. This horrifically overdeveloped nightmare of commercialism makes Fisherman's Wharf look tasteful and restrained. What a shame. read more

Very touristy, but very fun too. It's actually more fun on the rainy days when there's less people but still an abundance of strollers. A must for romantic dates :) read more

Walking right next to the ocean... who wouldn't love that?? It was very soothing and peaceful. Also, the weather was nice! The sun was shining but still was about 57 degrees F. Nice for walking and strolling. :] Cute little shops too! read more

Too touristy for locals but things should be interesting there with the new shi shi sha sha Clement Hotel. I grew up within walking distance until I moved around 6 or so. But my lovely neighbor would take me to the Aquarium and the Merry Go Round on a pretty regular basis. I was pretty lucky back then. read more

I like Cannery Row for a relaxing stroll... I get to go into the little stores to browse around and I get to try out the clam chowders from different restaurants as well. All the prices are pretty decent for an old town feel. Enjoying the sun and the breeze before going to the aquarium is a bonus at this down to earth location. read more

I love it here, the bike path, the brewerys, the weather, and so many dif places to buy gorgeous jewelry and good seafood. I saw some scuba diving out on the water, the views all around are gorgeous, just gorgeous. I love all the cute signs from Steinbeck novel...It has a real cute atmosphere all around. read more

Another fun place when in Monterey. Love the microbrew beer list as I had the chance to indulge in 4 or 5... or was it 8? We will be back... read more

Alot of shopping centers and restaurants to choose from. Typically windy and cold suit it up with jackets and sweaters. The wharf is kind of plain and quiet which is good. No time for crowded and loud places. Decided to come over here to check some other places to spend time to. Great view and structures. It just that kind of lack of entertainment as i could say. read more

All kinds of random little shops here. It's one of the famous Monterey sites that you've got to make a visit too. Lot's of touristy stuff and souvenirs if you're in to that kind of thing, Doc Rickett's lab and a nice public promenade is available to walk out and view the ocean. There are also some side paths that have way side signs with information and history about Cannery row, which is awesome! Pay a visit, if you've never been before. read more

Cannery Row to me is similar to Seaport Village in San Diego- mainly a tourist area. I wanted to visit here because of the literary history but was not impressed by the stores and shops lining the street. But I guess that is an improvement over the once seedy district (again, similar to dowtown San Diego!) The scenery of Monterey Bay was nice from Cannery Row. read more

I have been down here twice now in the last few days and I loved it both times! I think the atmosphere is really fun and light hearted. It is a little sad to see so many empty store fronts but it looks like they are going to be filled quickly. I like the variety of shops down here and the nice promenade leading up to the ocean front. This is worth a visit if you are in the area, especially since the aquarium is right there! read more

Cannery row was cute, but they had such little clothing stores, and the ones that were there were too expensive. The jewelry stores were nice, but the row was mainly composed of restaurants and souveneir stores, which is expected, but I just wish they had more options for other types of stores. read more

Cannery Row is cute and all, but it really feels like it's all just there to feed off the success of the aquarium. Lots of little shops and galleries, but none were all that fun or exciting. It's like a mini Pier 39, yet not quite as charming. But the aquarium is fantastic and there are some great restaurants and hotels around the area. We stayed at the Plaza, which was wonderful, and had an excellent dinner at Bistro Moulin. But, to balance it out, we had a horrible lunch at Cannery Row Brewing Company. Should have paid more attention to Yelp reviews! The best part about this area is walking away from it in either direction. The views of the ocean along the bike paths are beautiful, with sea lions and otters in view from the pathways. It gets crowded, and bikers can get pushy, but it is worth a visit. Just make sure the aquarium is at the center of the trip. read more

I love the strip of stores on Cannery Row. All the while prices here are very expensive, you can expect it being a tourist area. They have a bunch of restaurants, clothing stores, fast food diners, ice cream shops, and more. This is a great place to walk if you are visiting the aquarium as well. It makes the area worth while if you are driving from afar. read more

If you are going to the aquarium, you will be going to Cannery Row since it is right outside the aquarium and there is not much you can do in Monterey. There are a bunch of shops whether it is mainstream ones like Pinkberry and Sunglass Hut and then random restaurants throughout the strip. It reminded me of Fisherman's Wharf and Old Sac since it doesnt look like a classic downtown and it is very touristy. None of the shops stood out since its all souvenirs but it was something to do before we headed out for dinner. read more

Yes, it's a tourist trap with those crappy tourist shops that people visiting form the Midwest love. However, It's quite the nice place to visit and walk through when it's not busy with the history of it all. read more

This area is so awesome. I had sooo much fun going to all of the bars and restaurants and shopping. I would highly recommend Cannery Row to anyone visiting the Monterey Bay and plan to go back again and again. Can't wait until summer! read more

Nice small spot to explore. I absolutely love how beautiful Monterey is and dream of some day looking at this as a possible location to live. read more

Walking along Cannery Row product lots of memories the smell of fish in the sea food and all the planes little stores are there are so much fun we had probably one of the best lunches there at the fish hopper and really enjoyed all of the stores ended up buying quite a few souvenirs read more

Beautiful , wonderful dinning, nice tourist shops. Very close to the aquarium. Truely gives you an idea of what the structures were like back in the good old days! read more

An awesome little array of stores right on the bay. I'd like to mention that the view from the shore is BEAUTIFUL, and the water is such a gorgeous blue. It's so peaceful, even when it's busy. The Cannery Row even has a wax museum, which I unfortunately couldn't fit into my tight schedule and limited time here. Next time I go, I'm headed there! Monterey is a nice place, and Cannery Row is one of the major highlights. read more

Its a great area to spend the afternoon doing the "tourist thing" The kids loved the small shops and wandering up and down the street visiting the merchants. We stopped for an ice-cream and spent some great family time looking at the ocean.... read more

Stumbled upon after other restaurants were closed at 8. So happy we did! The waitress was helpful and patient. The food was delicious and portions were megasized! The atmosphere was that of a traditional brew house/ sports bar mixed with modern amenities. They offer fire pits outside as well. read more

The main attraction of Monterey. This street has all the cool souvenir shops, restaurants and family attractions to see. You pay for parking 7 days a week so bring change or pay for a garage spot. Love going to the aquarium and the Fish Hopper to eat. Bubba Gumps is so commercialized. Starting to remind me of Joes Crab shack. I noticed they have a new arcade for kids. Thats really big. There is wine tasting rooms. Great scenes for photo opps. Something for the whole family to enjoy. If you visit Monterey its a must you get out at Cannery Row. read more

Lots of shops, many of them sell unique and cool things. It's definitely someplace you should go if you're stopping by the aquarium

If you're visiting the aquarium, this is must afterward! The little shops are fun and interesting. Also, you can't beat being right on the ocean. They have a wide range of stores - clothing, jewelery, candy, wax museum, wine tasting, restaurants and more. You can even rent a bike. My boyfriend & I ate at Bubba Gump Shrimp (amazing) and then walked down Cannery Row. Being a Tuesday afternoon, it was pretty quiet but still fun. The prices seem to vary really, from an expensive $40 shirt at one store, to $20 Monterey Hoodies at another. It was a good mixture. read more

Blech, I would never shop or eat here BUT....I will run through it early in the morning. I usually stay close to the highway and then run from the hotel along the water, through the back on Cannery Row, past the aquarium and then turn around. Early in the morning, it is quiet and straight with no hills (the way I like my run). read more

It's not the most exciting strip in the world, but the Ghirardelli Shop is a nice place to get a treat. The Intercontinental is a nice touch, as well. If I knew it was there when I went, i would have booked a night. There are a lot of people hawking crappy wares, but the shore is beautiful and the people are nice. read more

Walking around Cannery row was quite serene. It was like a little trip through history. Easily you could picture large fishing vessels docking and unloading as they deliver their catch to the canneries. Sure it has changed from then, but so much of the essence is still left. You walk down the sidewalk and see little placards embedded showing what was canned where. It is those small touches that bring you back in time and let you catch a glimpse of a what made Monterey, Monterey. read more

definitely has gone down hill since i've been there. i love the wharf and i love the aquarium but that's it. i'd come back if a friend asked us to go but other than that ehhhhh i've seen better. read more

If you are in and around the area, this is definitely worth the visit. Its a historic district where once they used to pack sardines. Some really nice galleries, restaurants and a number of inns/hotels. We walked from fisherman wharf to Cannery Row (about 20 mins) and loved the walk. It goes along the waterfront. Once you get there its pretty much a few blocks of walking around. Definitely very crowded but worth visiting once. read more

Cannery Row is just OK. I've only been twice and my visits were relatively brief. Plus, I've run through it twice now during the Big Sur Half Marathon. The shops look OK, but nothing really caught my eye (save for the salt water taffy). I do think it is worth a look if you are in the area. read more

Oh c'mon it's not that bad. Yeah, it's a tourist trap. But hey, that's what Monterey is! You even have to pay to go on that 17 mile drive, at least while you're on your way out of the aquarium, you can enjoy this little walk for free. It's romantic. It's historic! And while you're griping about how commercialized this place has become, at least it isn't littered by a ton of chains. Yet. read more

Only great for the aquarium and the view of the beach. Other than that, this is the most boring tourist trap street. Parking is quite expensive. read more

Tourist trap for sure. Don't eat here. Go a few blocks up or down the road to Pacific Grove to good food. Great place to see a view or watch tourists. Otherwise, not a good place to hang out - unless you're spending your time at the aquarium. read more

Typical tourist trap. Every other shop has the same items. It was nice to walk around after dinner and watch the seaside views.