Big Sur & 17-Mile Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour – San Simeon, California

EXPERIENCE

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

As you embark on the 17-mile & Big Sur Self-Guided Driving Tour, your journey begins at the bustling Fisherman’s Wharf, known for its seafood and ocean views. Next, cruise along Cannery Row, soaking up its rich history and vibrant atmosphere. The Monterey Bay Aquarium awaits, offering a glimpse into underwater wonders.

Continue to Lovers Point Park and The Kissing Rock, where scenic beauty and romantic legends merge. Next, visit Point Pinos Lighthouse, the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast. Asilomar State Beach offers stunning coastal scenery, perfect for a leisurely stop.

Drive through the famed 17 17-mile drive, admiring the luxurious Spanish Bay and the rugged beauty of Point Joe and China Rock. The tranquility of Seal Rock Creek Beach and the panoramic views from Fanshell Overlook are next. At Cypress Point Lookout, witness breathtaking coastal vistas before exploring the unique Crocker Cypress Grove.

Witness the iconic Lone Cypress, a solitary tree that has become a symbol of resilience. Pescadero Point offers more dramatic coastal views, leading you to the famous Pebble Beach. The tour then takes you into the heart of Big Sur, starting with Carmel by the Sea’s quaint charm.

Explore the natural beauty of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and the stunning Pacific Coast Highway. Garrapata State Park, Bixby Creek Bridge, and Point Sur State Historic Park showcase the rugged California coastline. Discover the beauty of Andrew Molera State Park, Pfeiffer Canyon Bridge, and Pfeiffer Beach.
Marvel at the views from Grimes Point and Seal Beach Scenic Overlooks, and witness the magical McWay Falls. Drive over Big Creek Bridge and explore Limekiln State Park. Pitkins Curve Bridge leads you to the serene Jade Cove and Nathaniel Owens Memorial Redwood Grove.

The tour takes you further to Ragged Point, Piedras Blancas Light Station, and Elephant Seal Vista Point, where wildlife abounds. Your journey culminates at Hearst Castle, a monument of historic opulence, before concluding at Morro Bay, a coastal city known for its natural beauty and charming atmosphere. This self-guided tour offers a comprehensive experience of California’s coastal wonders, blending history, nature, and breathtaking landscapes.

HIGHLIGHTS

Dive into marine wonders at Monterey Bay Aquarium
Breathe in scenic vistas at Pfeiffer Beach and Overlooks
Discover opulence at the majestic Hearst Castle
Experience the serene beauty of Asilomar State Beach
Journey through the luxurious landscapes of Pebble Beach

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