Drive a 2-Hour Talking Car Tour in Monterey
Ride a 2-seater talking car to see Monterey’s coast and landmarks
Duration
2 Hours
Ideal For
Up to 2 people
Includes
Helmets, full tank of gas
Highlights
Drive a two-seater, open-top scooter car and follow a talking car guide through Monterey’s coastal sights. Cruise past historic streets and shoreline viewpoints, with time for photo stops.
- Drive through historic downtown Monterey
- See harbor views near Fisherman’s Wharf
- Ride past Cannery Row and Lover's Point
- Explore Pacific Grove and Lake El Estero
- Visit the monarch butterfly sanctuary
- Soak in the beach at Asilomar State Beach
What's Included
- Helmet
- Full tank of gas
Things to know
Each car fits up to 2 guests. Drivers must be 18+ and total weight per car is limited to 400 lbs.
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable; cannot be rescheduled. May be cancelled due to severe weather; if the operator cancels, you can reschedule (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.
FAQs
Drivers must be at least 18 years old.
Each car fits up to 2 guests.
Yes. Total weight per car is limited to 400 lbs.
Meeting details
791 Foam St, Monterey, CA
More about the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
The Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary in Pacific Grove is one of the most enchanting natural stops you can fold into a Monterey adventure, and the 2-Hour Talking Car Tour brings it within easy reach. Tucked into a quiet grove of towering eucalyptus and Monterey pine, the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary is famous for the thousands of orange and black monarchs that cluster on the branches each winter, transforming the trees into living, fluttering tapestries. Pacific Grove has earned its nickname Butterfly Town USA precisely because of this seasonal spectacle, and the sanctuary sits just a short drive from Cannery Row, Lovers Point, and the rugged coastline that defines this stretch of the Central California shore.
On the talking car tour, you follow a GPS-guided audio route at your own pace, which means you can linger at the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary as long as you like before continuing on to other Monterey highlights. The narration sets the scene as you approach, sharing the story of the monarchs' remarkable migration and the role Pacific Grove plays in protecting them. Once you park and step onto the shaded path, the noise of the road falls away and you are surrounded by the soft rustle of eucalyptus leaves, dappled sunlight, and, in season, the gentle motion of butterflies overhead. It is a hushed, almost reverent contrast to the lively waterfront stops elsewhere on the route.
This stop is perfect for families with curious kids, nature lovers, photographers, and couples looking for a quiet, memorable moment away from the busier tourist spots. Because the talking car tour lets you set your own rhythm, you can take your time at the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary without feeling rushed by a group schedule, then continue on to the aquarium, 17-Mile Drive, or downtown Monterey whenever you are ready. For anyone hoping to see a side of Monterey that feels both magical and deeply local, the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary is an unforgettable highlight of the journey.
