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17-Mile Drive

Monterey, CA
Ranked #6 of 67 attractions in Monterey
4.0 of 5 stars 482 Reviews
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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UK
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 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. More

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Portland, Oregon
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

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

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Orange County, California
Top Contributor
117 reviews 117 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 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 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

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 More

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New Jersey
Senior Contributor
40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

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. More

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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 May 23, 2012 NEW

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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Warwick, United Kingdom
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

it costs to drive if you have the time drive highway 1 it's free and the scenary breathtaking More

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Blackwood, New Jersey
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This is a must if you visit the area. Drive slow and have your camera ready, wild life, forest, and ocean views are spectacular. More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

I've taken this drive many times, and I've never been bored. There is always something new to catch your eye, or something you missed on the last drive. Take advantage of the different entrance gates, as each offers a completely different experience. Many people are so enthralled by the ocean views that they miss the incredible homes. Be aware, most... More

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Columbus
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Not worth the time or drive!! And you have to pay?! We were simply trying to get to Big Sur and went this way by accident.... There were some good look out sites but we saw similar ones for free en route to Big Sur.... More

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