Get real. 17 mile drive is nothing more than another cash sink hole where tourists are bilked out of a few more dollars. Monterey on the whole is overrated and honestly unless you are going to play golf or live out there 17-mile is a joke. Head to SC or up into the redwoods or head south and enjoy big sur.

I don't know how people can rave about the views. We took Hwy 1 north to Carmel from Hearst Castle. Now THAT was breathtaking. And free! We picnicked on the way north as well; free beaches. So the 17-mile drive was a huge disappointment. Even if there was no charge I wouldn't recommend it. There is so much better scenery ...

This was a great value! You can load up the car for under 10 bucks and go on a great scenic tour. You stop at Pebble Beach along the way. Dont be in a rush if you do this, just enjoy the ride.

for $9.25 you can buy a nice lunch and drive on big sur for free for a better view of the ocean. If you want to see big houses, drive down Los altos, Atherton. I was totally disappointed and bored, even the restrooms were hard to find.

I LOVED this area of California when my family last went. Monterey and Carmel were beautiful, and getting to see the Basilica is something unexpected anymore. The coast was breathtaking, and it didn't look like something air-brushed out of a magazine-it was real. 17 mile drive was also fantastic! I don't know why people put it down. So you ...

The drive is nice enough. However, I am puzzled why they charge for it. You get better scenery north of San Francisco on the coast.

The trip was unplanned but It was really beautiful. The beaches, crystal sand, million dollar homes, relaxing atmosphere and the breath taking views were spectacular. I don't know why people are complianing about 9.00 entrance fees. A whole day well spent, filled with fun and laughter with my family at this beautiful beach was priceless.

This was an amazing few hours. I started the 17 mile drive close to 5pm, hoping to time the sunset. The first part is not too scenic, however once you drop down onto beach road it's breath taking. The sun was low in the sky, the waves were crashing on the rocks. People were surfing and walking on the beach and it was so peaceful.

I ...

I go to 17miledrive without planning ahead, but this is the most valuable place in my north cal trip! words cant explain, you must go to see it!