Tours/Monterey and Carmel/Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour
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Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour

5.0(1)Monterey and Carmel1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)

Description

Experience one of the most scenic coastal drives in the world on this self-guided audio tour along California’s iconic 17-Mile Drive. Travel from Monterey to Pebble Beach as you explore dramatic ocean cliffs, windswept cypress trees, and stunning coastal viewpoints. Along the way, discover the stories behind the landscape—from Cannery Row’s fishing boom to the return of sea otters that helped restore Monterey Bay. Visit famous stops like Bird Rock, the Lone Cypress, and quiet beaches where seals and seabirds gather. With GPS-triggered audio, stories play automatically as you drive, letting you explore at your own pace. Stop for photos, walks, or simply take in the views. This tour transforms a beautiful drive into a deeper, more memorable experience.

Tour Options

Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour

Itinerary

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Once the “Sardine Capital of the World,” this historic street is now filled with shops, restaurants, and ties to John Steinbeck’s famous novel.

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Enjoy sweeping ocean views from this scenic bluff, where the rugged coastline meets the deep blue waters of Monterey Bay.

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A beautiful coastal park with a surprising history, offering panoramic views and a relaxing place to walk along the water.

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Watch sea otters floating in the kelp beds and learn how they helped restore the entire marine ecosystem of Monterey Bay.

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A naturally formed rock formation that appears like two rocks “kissing,” making it one of the most romantic and photographed stops along the drive.

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Explore tide pools filled with sea stars, crabs, and anemones in this protected stretch of rocky shoreline.

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A beautiful stretch of coastline with soft white sand, coastal dunes, and a rich history dating back to early Spanish exploration.

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A windswept, hauntingly beautiful coastal point known for massive waves and dramatic ocean views.

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End your journey at Pebble Beach, home to world-famous golf courses, coastal views, and a rich history of preservation.

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Explore 17 Mile drive and hear the history and stories as you drive.

Highlights

Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.
Self Guided driving tour of 17 mile drive in Monterey, CA
The tour plays automatically as you drive sharing the history and stoires

What's included

Included
Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.
Self Guided driving tour of 17 mile drive in Monterey, CA
The tour plays automatically as you drive sharing the history and stoires
Not included
No Entrance Free into Monterey, this is only an app guided tour
No admission to museums this is only a driving tour

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(1)

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Ellen_T
July 5, 2026
Family drive

This was nice additional to 17 mile ride. We were able to learn about each stop. My grandson enjoyed learning about why the seal lions gather on Seal rock. Also the view on 17 mile ride was beautiful.

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