Don’t Miss 4^th of July on the Wharf 

on Tuesday, July 4, 2023

May 17, 2023. Monterey, CA.  Celebrate America's 247th Birthday! Come enjoy 4^th of July on the Wharf on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. 

There will be lots of fun and festive red, white and blue 4^th of July decorations on display for great photos to capture holiday memories!  

Costume characters will give out free tasty red, white and blue salt water taffy at Candy World. 

The three candy shops on the Wharf will also have many sweet treats for sale.

The Wharf restaurants and stores will be offering delicious 4^th of July specials – both entrees and cocktails - for both lunch and dinner and there will be special sale items at the shops. 

Gift certificates for Whale Watching, Fishing, Sailing and Glass Bottom Boat Trips offered by businesses on the Wharf also make fun outings.

Thank you for coming to Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf to Shop Local!     

About Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf

Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey, California has a rich history as a waterfront district that has been a hub for fishing and trade for over 178 years. Built in 1845 for regular passenger and freight service, Old Fisherman’s Wharf is conveniently located near Downtown Monterey, right off of the Monterey Recreation Trail. 

The Wharf is home to ten outstanding restaurants, four fish markets, and seven gift shops that showcase the area's cultural heritage and local seafood cuisine. Enjoy award-winning dining, family-friendly special events, seeing an array of marine life, and strolling leisurely in a gorgeous setting overlooking the Monterey Bay. Featuring both al fresco and indoor dining options, visitors can take in views of the beautiful Monterey Harbor or enjoy “people watching” while dining.

Savor delicious cuisine at a myriad of fabulous restaurants featuring stunning views and award-winning Italian food, sustainable seafood, steaks and pizza, including the region’s famous clam chowder and calamari. Sample many flavors of salt water taffy, homemade chocolates, caramel apples, cotton candy and many other yummy treats at three candy shops and Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey, California has a rich history as a waterfront district that has been a hub for fishing and trade for over 178 years. Built in 1845 for regular passenger and freight service, Old Fisherman’s Wharf is conveniently located near Downtown Monterey, right off of the Monterey Recreation Trail. 

The Wharf is home to ten outstanding restaurants, four fish markets, and seven gift shops that showcase the area's cultural heritage and local seafood cuisine. Enjoy award-winning dining, family-friendly special events, seeing an array of marine life, and strolling leisurely in a gorgeous setting overlooking the Monterey Bay. Featuring both al fresco and indoor dining options, visitors can take in views of the beautiful Monterey Harbor or enjoy “people watching” while dining.

Savor delicious cuisine at a myriad of fabulous restaurants featuring stunning views and award-winning Italian food, sustainable seafood, steaks and pizza, including the region’s famous clam chowder and calamari. Sample many flavors of salt water taffy, homemade chocolates, caramel apples, cotton candy and many other yummy treats at three candy shops and there is also an ice cream shop. View sea otters, sea lions, dolphins, whales, seabirds and other wildlife up close and personal that also share the Wharf. Watch people who have gone out and caught their own fish on the local and chartered fishing boats return with their own “catch of the day”.  Celebrate the first location in Monterey County where tender abalone was cooked and served in a restaurant. The Wharf features an array of gift shops and jewelry shops. Visitors can check out the many fun shops to find the perfect memento of their visit and a variety of unique gifts.

In addition to dining and shopping, there are several attractions on Old Fisherman's Wharf, including four whale watching tour companies with knowledgeable marine biologists and naturalists, two fishing charters, sailing, and glass-bottom boat rides, which provide a unique glimpse into the underwater world of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

As a top destination for visitors from across the globe, Old Fisherman's Wharf is known by many as the "Whale Watching Capital of the World" and attracts around 4 million visitors per year. Old Fisherman’s Wharf was also a main location for the filming of the hit HBO series, Big Little Lies, Season 1.

Whether it's enjoying award-winning dining, viewing marine life up close, or strolling in a gorgeous setting overlooking the Monterey Bay, Old Fisherman's Wharf is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Monterey, California.

There is ample parking in the adjacent parking lot.

For more information, visit www.montereywharf.com or call (831) 238-0777.