Explore 17-Mile Drive’s iconic landmarks with a flexible self-guided audio tour. Discover Monterey’s rich history and scenic beauty at your own pace.
Explore 17-Mile Drive’s iconic landmarks with a flexible self-guided audio tour. Discover Monterey’s rich history and scenic beauty at your own pace.
- Lone Cypress Shop - The Lone Cypress stands as a renowned emblem of the Monterey Peninsula’s rugged charm.
- Bird Rock Vista Point - Bird Rock serves as a sanctuary for wildlife and is a must-visit for nature lovers.
- Kissing Rock Road - Kissing Rock is a favored scenic stop along 17-Mile Drive, providing stunning views of the Pacific’s…
- Lone Cypress Shop - The Lone Cypress stands as a renowned emblem of the Monterey Peninsula’s rugged charm.
- Bird Rock Vista Point - Bird Rock serves as a sanctuary for wildlife and is a must-visit for nature lovers.
- Kissing Rock Road - Kissing Rock is a favored scenic stop along 17-Mile Drive, providing stunning views of the Pacific’s rugged coastline. Its name is derived from its distinctive shape, resembling two rocks leaning together as if about to kiss.
- China Rock - China Rock is celebrated for its breathtaking views and distinctive rock formations. It is often highlighted by dramatic cliffs and clear waters, making it a favored spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers.
- Point Joe - Point Joe is famed for its rugged allure. This coastal landmark offers sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean’s waves crashing against the rocky shore.
- Spanish Bay - Spanish Bay is celebrated for its magnificent coastal vistas, sandy beaches, rugged shoreline, and awe-inspiring sunsets.

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- GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour with 90+ Points
- Easy to use with pre-download and offline tour
- In-app, web, and PDF trip planners
- Location-based stories, tips, and directions that autoplay
- Buy once, use forever with no expiry and free updates
- Flexible routes with suggested itineraries or create your own
- Toll free phone, chat and email support
- GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour with 90+ Points
- Easy to use with pre-download and offline tour
- In-app, web, and PDF trip planners
- Location-based stories, tips, and directions that autoplay
- Buy once, use forever with no expiry and free updates
- Flexible routes with suggested itineraries or create your own
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Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive to explore the stunning coastal views, rugged cliffs, and renowned landmarks of the Monterey Peninsula. Witness the iconic Lone Cypress tree, standing for over 250 years, discover shipwreck remains at Fanshell Beach, observe seabirds, sea lions, and seals at Bird Rock, and visit pristine…
Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of 17-Mile Drive to explore the stunning coastal views, rugged cliffs, and renowned landmarks of the Monterey Peninsula. Witness the iconic Lone Cypress tree, standing for over 250 years, discover shipwreck remains at Fanshell Beach, observe seabirds, sea lions, and seals at Bird Rock, and visit pristine beaches and famous golf courses.
As you travel, enjoy stories about historic Cannery Row, Spanish explorers, and shipwrecks that play automatically, enhancing your journey along one of California’s most picturesque coastal routes.
- Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location
- Travel at your own pace
- Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
- Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use
- No time limits or expiry, with free updates
- Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.
- How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
- Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
- Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under ‘My Tours’ over WiFi or cellular data.
- Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
- Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
- Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
- Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
- Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
- Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
- Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
- Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.