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17-Mile Drive

Monterey, CA
Ranked #6 of 67 attractions in Monterey
4.0 of 5 stars 486 Reviews
Type: Scenic Drives
Activities: Driving, Golfing
Traveller Description: The 17 mile drive, CA , is a wonderful and scenicdrive with beautiful views. However, you should keep in mind that this is a toll road and you will... more »
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California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

This is a one-of-a kind experience. The views are just unbelievable. Ocean all around you. Whales in the right season. Cypress trees that are shaped by the wind. If you get car sick though or you are in a rush, it's not for you. Very slow going and windy road. You will pass through Carmel the town that Clint Eastwood... More

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Visalia, California, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

If you haven't gone through the 17-Mile Drive; it is a must! The scenic views, homes and landscape are just breathtaking.

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California
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64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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If one finds oneself in this part of the world, take the time to drive "17-Mile Drive" and try to stop and get out of the car to understand why it's one of the most beautiful places in the world. Many movies have been filmed in this area where you might have thought it was the wild coast of England... More

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Greenbrier, AR
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We drove from San Fran during our honeymoon & it was wonderful. Well worth the $10. Some amazing views

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UK
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

You pay to do the drive which is a long windy road through trees and big expensive houses. We went into Pebble Beach Golf Course for lunch, stunning views from the balcony and a very good lunch.

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Portland, Oregon
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Loved this drive! Bring on the drama, the beauty, sea life, Pebble Beach, has an "old California feel", definitely worth it.

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Orange County, California
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117 reviews 117 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

But "refunded" with purchase so we had lunch at the cafe, lunch was a bit expensive but when you factor in the $9 off it was average price & good food. The drive is very pretty, lots of variety. Prepare to stop frequently at the various look out points to get the most of it. If you get behind a... More

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Warrington, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Views of the sea, forests and wildlife not to be missed, take your time and stop at all the viewpoints, have your camera at the ready, sea otters and harbour seals like you won't see anywhere else. Well worth the entrance fee

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New Jersey
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

It was a very nice drive with photo awesome photo opps. It was worth the price and i would do it again and maybe go sooner in the day and take more time to enjoy the ride.

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salinas, ca
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

for those of you who are not from the Central Coast, i must demand that you make the time to drive the 17 mile drive through Pebble Beach. the cost of the gate fee will be reinbursed to you at any of the Pebble Beach resorts you visit when you stop for a meal or drink. i personally recommoned stopping... More

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