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Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between San Francisco & Monterey

Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between San Francisco & Monterey

Overview

Connect your smartphone to your vehicle's stereo and listen to a tour guide while you drive between San Francisco & Monterey!

Follow the suggested route along the Pacific Coast Highway, one of the most scenic drives in the world! Start anywhere along the route between Monterey & San Francisco. Tour experience is the same in either direction.

Tour highlights include El Granada, Half Moon Bay, San Gregorio, Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, Shark Fin Cove & more. We'll point out must-see sights, state parks, and tourist attractions and give a historical overview of the area and its original inhabitants.

With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and explore. Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive. No data is used during the tour.

This audio guide will keep your group entertained and engaged! Many points of interest also have a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights.

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City: Monterey & Carmel

Thu 24 Jul

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Starting at $11.99

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Thu 24 Jul

Starting at $11.99

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What's Included

No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour

Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle

Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours app

No signal required or data used during tour

Good mobile or WiFi connection needed for the initial download

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

San Francisco

Today, San Fran, as it’s colloquially known, stands as a hallmark of cultural diversity, technological innovation, and iconic landmarks.

Montara

Montara, home to Montara State Beach, offers stunning views of cliffs that drop precipitously into the Pacific Ocean, creating a dramatic backdrop for all sorts of outdoor activities.

Moss Beach

Moss Beach is particularly known a protected area where tide pools are rich with marine life like starfish and anemones.

Montara Point Lighthouse

An historic lighthouse that has been guiding mariners since 1875 and now serves as a ... we'll tell you what.

El Granada

You’ll pass by the coastal town of El Granada, known for its unique concentric-circular street layout and hear about the Pillar Point breakwater and it's gigantic waves called.... we'll tell you all about them!

Half Moon Bay

Hear about Half-Moon Bay's historic and quite "interesting" beginnings and it's a narrative of daring spirits and natural splendors that shape it today.

San Gregorio

You'll hear about San Gregorio, a booming town in the 1850's, and San Gregorio State Beach, renowned for its cleanliness.

Pescadero

You'll hear about Pescadero, Spanish for "Fishmonger," a small town dating back to the 19th century now a mix of farming, tourism and ranching.

Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve

Hear about how the Pescadero Marsh is vital habitat for a number of species, both migratory and native.

Ano Nuevo State Reserve

As you cruise along scenic Highway 1, you'll hear about the stunning biodiversity and rich history of Año Nuevo State Park. The park’s main attraction is it’s .... we'll be sure to let you know.

Davenport

So what’s there to do in Davenport? Well, you could go to jail… seriously! Hear how....

Shark Fin Cove

So if you’re into photography, or impressing your social media followers with epic views, we’ve got something special .. Shark Fin Cove!

Wilder Ranch State Park

The park proudly hosts a collection of historic buildings, including an elegant Victorian home from 1897 and water-powered machine shop, echoing tales from a bygone era, breathing life into the rich history of the late 19th century.

Natural Bridges State Beach

This 65-acre marvel stands as a testament to the relentless artistry of nature. Hear why.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz's historic Boardwalk is a meeting point of nostalgia and modern excitement along the breathtaking Monterey Bay. It's been operating since 1907, and has two roller coasters that are National Historic Landmarks!

Santa Cruz

Nestled on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz is a city full of eclectic-culture, scenic beaches, and cutting-edge technology. You'll hear some of its history and how it fares today.

Aptos

The fascinating town you'll be driving through, Aptos, is actually made up of several charming villages.

Watsonville

Hear about the city of Watsonville, where the 'Ohlone nation' of Indigenous Californians first inhabited the land.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

This 7-mile-long tidal slough and estuary is a jewel in California's natural landscape.... we'll tell you why.

Castroville

A small town with a big reputation!

Salinas

If you're a salad lover, you're going to want to listen up.

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

So it might surprise you to find that just a few miles off the coast lies an underwater chasm as big as the 'Grand Canyon'!