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17-Mile Drive

Monterey, CA
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Ranked #6 of 53 attractions in Monterey
Type: Scenic Drives
Activities: Driving, Golfing
Traveler 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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Herne Bay, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Scenery is great and enjoyed the drive. You need time and this was done in a rush before going to San Fran. Ideally a few hours or more to stop and take it all in. If you are a cyclist that would allow you to soak it all up but, beware, there are a few hills!

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bangalore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Recently I went with my family for 17 mile drive.We were given a drive map giving detals of route to be followed and importrntent places to be covered .The drive was amazing and each point to be seen and not to be missed.The roue map and sign boards are very clear and really impressed with differnt colors of sea warter... More

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San Jose, California, United States
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6 attraction reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Been to this place a few times taking people who visit. It is a nice drive, but a lot of it is very similar. The golf course, restless sea and the lone cypress are the best points. The rest of it just seems like marketing hype :) I would rate the drive down to Big Sur / San Lui Obispo... More

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Windsor, Canada
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Yes, there are a few beautiful mansions to view, and, yes, you may be impressed by the sections of the golf course the road runs through but if you really want to appreciate a road that runs through forests and along the mighty ocean, drive the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia; more than 100 miles of splendor... More

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Marana, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

We drove the 17-mile drive this past week on a trip to get our daughter & her husband & kids settled into to their new place in Monterey. We all loved it. This is a must-see activity for anyone visiting the Monterey Peninsula region. Make sure you plan for plenty of time, wear comfortable clothing & shoes, take a camera,... More

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San Pedro Sula, Honduras
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Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

During my recent visit to California, a friend took us to this place. Yes, it is golfer's paradise, but also has some pretty spectacular scenery. Drive along the road is magnificent! There are a lot of incredibly big private properties all around the place, but you have the opportunity to park your vehicle and walk to marvel yourself of the... More

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singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Beautiful Coastal View! Seals Surprise! Coastal Rock Formation! Heading down to Big Sur is another treat! If u come this way....ABSOLUTELY NO REGRET!

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Bourbonnais, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

I drove the circle to see the golf courses and was pleased to see so many great ocean views with pull-offs for lunch and casual viewing (benches!!!). Mansions were impressive, but you can see mansions in lots of resorts.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

The views are good but if you have already driven up HWY One you will have already taken enough pictures of rocks and crashing waves to last a life time. For golfers this is a must however. We stopped off for lunch at Pebble Beach and my husband had a great chat at the bar about golf while I scoffed... More

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Cupertino, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This drive is beautiful and peaceful! There are places to have picnics and take pictures. You can either start in Monterey/pacific grove and end in Carmel or go the other direction. Either way, it is highly recommended.

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