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Seventeen Mile Drive

Seventeen Mile Drive, Carmel, CA
Ranked #7 of 35 attractions in Carmel
4.5 of 5 stars 168 Reviews
Type: Scenic Drives
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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San Diego
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Whether looking at the amazing scenery or watching the sea lions, drives don't get prettier. Stop at one of the Pebble Beach restaurants and get you gate fee refunded. More

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NYC
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

It's a lovely drive worth taking, but the drive to Big Sur is even more dramatic. More

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Beverly Hills, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

What in the world can someone say about one of the most beautiful stretches of land in the world? Only the Amalfi coast comes close to how spectacular it always is. More

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monterey, CA
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

This is one of the top attractions on the Monterey Peninsula. If you are a golfer, it is like being in heaven. There are 5 entrances to choose from and if you are visiting a resident or have business in Pebble Beach you are usually not asked to pay the fee which is not very high anyway. If you have... More

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Port Charlotte, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

I have been on this drive more than once and am always enthralled by the homes, views, golf courses, and "Lone Cypress". It represents some of the best features of the area. More

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Palo Alto, California
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Worth the price of admission - with all the quintessential Carmel views of the ocean, beautiful homes - and Pebble Beach Resort, which is more public-friendly than appears at first. More

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New York City, New York
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
108 helpful votes 108 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

After passing lots of mansions you get to the coast and the scenery is beautiful. There are good costal walking paths continue North to Monterey but avoid at weekends More

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Lockeford,
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Not cheap but special...go to Spanish Bay for bag pipes, and wine to close out you day More

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Heber City, UT
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Only made one stop but enjoyed the views. $10 entrance fee. More

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Texas
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Lots to see if you take your time. Pebble Beach, Spyglass, big houses, the great Pacific. More

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