Play the city game of Monterey
An interactive adventure through Monterey. Join the Order of the Secret Map, solve puzzles and uncover highlights and hidden gems at your own pace.
The story
The Order of the Secret Map
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route in Monterey that ordinary visitors never truly see. Breathe in the salty air at Old Fisherman’s Wharf, trace the thick adobe walls of the Custom House, and hear the echo of footsteps in the Presidio. Let the city’s hidden network guide you onward.
A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.
About this city walk
Discover Monterey on a self-guided walking tour
Our interactive walking tour of Monterey blends a classic city walk with an escape game. You get a real tour guide in your pocket that takes you past the must-see landmarks of Monterey and the hidden gems only locals know.
No schedules, no group, no headset. You play the city walk whenever you want, at your own pace. Perfect for things to do in Monterey — solo, with friends, with kids, or as an activity for a city break, bachelor party or team outing.
Along the way you solve puzzles, collect letters and uncover the mystery of The Order of the Secret Map. A unique way to get to know Monterey — more than a regular walking tour, and a fraction of the price of a live guide.
Why players love CityWalkGems
At your pace
No schedules or groups. Start, pause and resume whenever you want.
Highlights + gems
The must-sees plus spots even locals sometimes miss.
Story in every street
History and mystery woven through the city itself.
A fraction of a guide
A real private guide in your pocket, for a fraction of the price.
What you'll see in Monterey
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route in Monterey that ordinary visitors never truly see. Breathe in the salty air at Old Fisherman’s Wharf, trace the thick adobe walls of the Custom House, and hear the echo of footsteps in the Presidio. Let the city’s hidden network guide you onward.
Along the way you'll pass Old Fisherman's Wharf and Custom House Museum — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 10 hidden gems in Monterey that only locals know about.
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Ready for the adventure?
Start your mission in Monterey
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