17 Mile Drive: A Self-Guide Audio Tour of Pebble Beach’s Historical Highlights

Monterey, US

Highlights

  • Scenic cruise along the 17-Mile Drive
  • Explore the oldest Cypress trees in existence
  • Learn fascinating history and local lore
  • Visit iconic Lone Cypress viewpoint
  • Browse the shops at Pebble Beach Lodge

Meeting Point

Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Meeting point

1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour ends by the Carmel by the sea parking lot.

Meeting point

Mission St And, Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921 , United States

End point

What to expect

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17-Mile Drive

This 17 Mile Drive tour is a collaboration by Lynn Momboisse and Carmel Cares founder Dale Byrne. It takes in dramatic coastal cliffs, snow-white beaches, and the unique Monterey pine and cypress forests on a scenic cruise along the 17-Mile Drive. You’ll pass through the Del Monte Forest, the Pebble Beach habitat area, and venture off of the main road to explore some of the rewarding sights found along this stretch of Monterey’s peninsula. On this driving tour, I’ll share this pristine area’s fascinating history and local lore.

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Shepherd's Knoll

Find out about Shepherd's Knoll as you drive.

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Huckleberry Hill

Find out about Huckleberry Hill as you drive.

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Poppy Hills Golf Course

I’ll show you all eight world-class golf courses found in Pebble Beach, including Pebble Beach Golf Links, Poppy Hills Golf Course, and Spyglass Hill Golf Course, which has connections to prolific writer Robert Louis Stevenson.

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The Inn at Spanish Bay

On this drive from Monterey along the 17-Mile Drive to Carmel-by-the-Sea, you’ll have the chance to browse the shops at Pebble Beach Lodge and the Inn at Spanish Bay

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Spanish Bay

Find out about Spanish Bay as you drive.

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China Rock

Find out about China Rock as you drive.

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Monterey Peninsula Country Club

Find out about Monterey Peninsula Country Club as you drive.

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Bird Rock Vista Point

You’ll have an opportunity to see one of the most photographed trees in the US, and watch in amazement as 600-pound sea lions hoist themselves to the top of Bird Rock for some sun.

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Spyglass Hill Golf Course

I’ll show you all eight world-class golf courses found in Pebble Beach, including Pebble Beach Golf Links, Poppy Hills Golf Course, and Spyglass Hill Golf Course, which has connections to prolific writer Robert Louis Stevenson.

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Fanshell Overlook

On this drive from Monterey along the 17-Mile Drive to Carmel-by-the-Sea, you’ll have the chance to view some of Pebble Beach’s architecturally significant homes, including Olivida Penas, one of the first houses built in Del Monte Forest, Casita de Lemos, which is locally called the Gingerbread House, the scalloped roofline of Fan Shell House, and Crocker-Fagan mansion

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Cypress Point Lookout

On this drive from Monterey along the 17-Mile Drive to Carmel-by-the-Sea, you’ll have the chance to hear the backstories behind the Pebble Beach viewpoints

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Crocker Grove

On this drive from Monterey along the 17-Mile Drive to Carmel-by-the-Sea, you’ll have the chance to take in some of the oldest Cypress trees in existence at Crocker Grove

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Lone Cypress

You’ll have an opportunity to visit the iconic Lone Cypress viewpoint.

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Pescadero Point

On this drive from Monterey along the 17-Mile Drive to Carmel-by-the-Sea, you’ll have the chance to hear the backstories behind the Pebble Beach viewpoints

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Pebble Beach Equestrian Center

On this drive from Monterey along the 17-Mile Drive to Carmel-by-the-Sea, you’ll have the chance to see the Pebble Beach Equestrian Center which grew from a small stable to a 90-horse strong center for the area’s equestrian loving locals

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Pebble Beach Golf Academy & Practice Facility

I’ll show you all eight world-class golf courses found in Pebble Beach, including Pebble Beach Golf Links, Poppy Hills Golf Course, and Spyglass Hill Golf Course, which has connections to prolific writer Robert Louis Stevenson.

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Pebble Beach, California Usa

Find out about Pebble Beac as you drive.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
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What our experts say

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    Visit nearby Point Lobos State Park.
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    Pack snacks for scenic stops along the way.
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    Check out Carmel's art galleries post-tour.
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    Consider starting early for fewer crowds.
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    Bring a smartphone holder for easy access.

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