Scenic 17-Mile self-guided driving tour in Monterey
Experience one of the most famous scenic drives in the world with a live GPS route and auto-playing narration for a complete hands-free and fully guided driving experience along the 17-Mile Drive. Simply download the app and drive hands-free like Google maps. On approaching an attraction, it's photo pops up and you will hear its audio story, just like having a local guide sitting with you. The tour is developed by local tour guides, curated by creative writers, narrated by professional voice artists and put together using an award-winning platform. At Point Joe, stop and listen to the audio guide to learn about the European explorers that first came to this part of the coast. Later, drive past Bird Rock, where you can see Brandt's cormorants, pelicans, and California sea lions sharing the rock. At your next stop, get to see the harbor seals at Fanshell Overlook and learn about their pupping season from your guide. As you continue your drive, learn about the history of the 5000-acre Del Monte Forest of Monterey Cypress trees and listen to the intriguing story of a 250-year-old Lone Cypress that isn't entirely alone. Finally, stop at the Lodge at Pebble Beach and rest at one of the public areas or putter around in one of the many charming shops in the area.
Good to know
Know in advance: This app is an independent tour guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the Pebble Beach Company or 17-Mile Drive
Experience one of America's most scenic drives
Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
Visit exclusive, picture-perfect beaches
The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
Admire beautiful seaside mansions
Entrance fee for 17-Mile Drive: $12.25/car. Please note that motorcycles are prohibited on the 17-Mile Drive
Snap a photo of the ultra-iconic Lone Cypress
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
Enhance your drive with local legends, history and fun facts
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service
After booking, check your email and follow the instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
This is a self-guided audio tour; no guide will accompany you, and entrance tickets are not included. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months
Meeting Point
The tour begins at the Redondo Real Trail. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Scenic 17-Mile self-guided driving tour in Monterey
Experience one of the most famous scenic drives in the world with a live GPS route and auto-playing narration for a complete hands-free and fully guided driving experience along the 17-Mile Drive. Simply download the app and drive hands-free like Google maps. On approaching an attraction, it's photo pops up and you will hear its audio story, just like having a local guide sitting with you. The tour is developed by local tour guides, curated by creative writers, narrated by professional voice artists and put together using an award-winning platform. At Point Joe, stop and listen to the audio guide to learn about the European explorers that first came to this part of the coast. Later, drive past Bird Rock, where you can see Brandt's cormorants, pelicans, and California sea lions sharing the rock. At your next stop, get to see the harbor seals at Fanshell Overlook and learn about their pupping season from your guide. As you continue your drive, learn about the history of the 5000-acre Del Monte Forest of Monterey Cypress trees and listen to the intriguing story of a 250-year-old Lone Cypress that isn't entirely alone. Finally, stop at the Lodge at Pebble Beach and rest at one of the public areas or putter around in one of the many charming shops in the area.
Good to know
Know in advance: This app is an independent tour guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the Pebble Beach Company or 17-Mile Drive
Experience one of America's most scenic drives
Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
Visit exclusive, picture-perfect beaches
The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
Admire beautiful seaside mansions
Entrance fee for 17-Mile Drive: $12.25/car. Please note that motorcycles are prohibited on the 17-Mile Drive
Snap a photo of the ultra-iconic Lone Cypress
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
Enhance your drive with local legends, history and fun facts
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service
After booking, check your email and follow the instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
This is a self-guided audio tour; no guide will accompany you, and entrance tickets are not included. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months
Meeting Point
The tour begins at the Redondo Real Trail. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.