Los Angeles Trip Overview
Hook your smartphone up to your vehicle and listen to a tour guide while you drive!
Follow the suggested route along the Pacific Coast Highway and discover one of the most scenic drives in the world! Start anywhere along the route between Los Angeles or San Diego. The tour experience is the same in either direction.
Learn about cities and towns nestled along the coast including Oceanside, Carlsbad, Long Beach, Dana Point, San Onofre & more! We’ll point out must-see sights like the Sunset Beach and Torrey Pines. Hear about Louis Zamperini, Crystal Cove State Park and the RMS Queen Mary.
With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive, using an easy to navigate live GPS map. No data is used during the tour.
This audio guide will keep your group entertained & engaged along the way. Each point of interest also has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Los Angeles, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Los Angeles, California, United States
Hook your smartphone up to your vehicle and listen to a tour guide while you drive!
Follow the suggested route along the Pacific Coast Highway and discover one of the most scenic drives in the world! Start anywhere along the route between Los Angeles or San Diego. The tour experience is the same in either direction.
Learn about cities and towns nestled along the coast including Oceanside, Carlsbad, Long Beach, Dana Point, San Onofre & more! We’ll point out must-see sights like the Sunset Beach and Torrey Pines. Hear about Louis Zamperini, Crystal Cove State Park and the RMS Queen Mary.
With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive, using an easy to navigate live GPS map. No data is used during the tour.
This audio guide will keep your group entertained & engaged along the way. Each point of interest also has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Airport Boulevard, Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
As you are passing by the Los Angeles International Airport, we’ll tell you a bit about it and why it’s called LAX. Feel free to stop at as many attractions, as long as you like, along the tour as there are no time constraints.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: El Segundo, El Segundo, California
We’ll tell you how El Segundo got it’s name and the main industries located here.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, California
We’ll tell you an interesting story behind the name Manhattan Beach.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Redondo Beach, Redondo Beach, California
Redondo Beach has a rather notorious past! We’ll tell you why.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Torrance, Torrance, California
Hear how Torrance was, and still is, the perfect location for a Japanese automobile maker’s North American Headquarters!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Zamperini Way, Torrance, CA 90505, USA
Louis Zamperini. We’ll tell you a quick version of his incredible perseverance and resilience.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA, USA
Here we’ll tell you a bit about the area history and what the area is now famous for.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Pedro, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Legend has it that the Native Americans blessed the land of Palos Verdes, making it the most beautiful place on Earth.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Port of Long Beach, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
RMS QUEEN MARY, a retired British oceanliner that sailed on the North Atlantic. We’ll tell you how she came to be here.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Long Beach, Long Beach, California
For those that thought Long Beach was just a beach, well, it’s much more than that. We’ll tell you why.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Long Beach, CA, USA
We’ll you a bit about the history of Long Beach and it’s original inhabitants.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: California State University Long Beach, 1250 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840-0004
Hear about some of the famous alumni who called this university their own.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Seal Beach, Seal Beach, California
We’ll tell you how Seal Beach was once a gambling destination!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge, 800 Seal Beach Blvd, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5607
There are four different habitats within the refuge, supporting a variety of species. We’ll tell you a little about them.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Sunset Beach, Huntington Beach, CA 92649, USA
A “quintessential Southern California beach town”! Need we say more?
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, Entrance at Warner Ave. and PCH (opposite Bolsa Chica State Beach), Huntington Beach, CA 92648
The path to the protection of this reserve is long and varied! We’ll give a shortened version.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, California
We’ll tell you why Huntington Beach is called “Surf City”.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Santa Catalina Island, California 90704, USA
Hear why Santa Catalina Island was so popular with pirates!
Stop At: J2JR+9X Newport Beach, CA, USA
Huntington Beach and oil, and tourists, and politics. We’ll give you a bit of the lowdown.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Newport Beach, Newport Beach, California
Welcome to the seaside city of Newport Beach! Although it’s now known mostly for it’s sandy beaches and ocean fun, it once supported a large number of
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: J44F+8G Newport Beach, CA, USA
One of Newport Beach’s most popular tourist attractions is the Balboa Peninsula. Originally, Balboa Island was little more than a mudflat surrounded by swampland…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Crystal Cove State Park, 8471 Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
As you drive along the incredible coastline, you’ll see some signs for Crystal Cove State Park. It all started back in 1874 when land owner and founder…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Laguna Beach, Laguna Beach, California
Welcome to the beautiful seaside resort city of Laguna Beach.As you can imagine, the scenic beauty of the isolated coastline and hills was very attractive to, well, pretty much everyone. It was…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Laguna Beach Pirate Tower, Victoria Drive, Laguna Beach, CA
Battered by the unending cycle of tides, a lonely stone turret called “Pirate Tower” stands sixty feet tall and is surrounded by sandstone cliffs. It’s one of…
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, 28373 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-1355
It’s an important regional wildlife preserve, and is home to a number of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails. It also features some interesting geological…
Stop At: G6CQ+8H Laguna Beach, CA, USA
ALISO & WOODS CANYONS. If you’ve managed to peel your eyes off the ocean, you’ve probably noticed some higher elevation to the east. That’s where the Aliso and Wood Canyon Wilderness Park lies.The wilderness park …
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: South Laguna, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
Welcome to the famous south-Laguna Beach. This is pretty close to the half-way point of the tour, so if you want to take a break, it’s the perfect spot to stretch your legs and explore.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Monarch Beach, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
We’re about to drive through the coastal neighbourhood of Monarch Beach.Luxury and affluence are found in abundance here, with the average price of a home…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Dana Point, Dana Point, California
Welcome to Dana Point, the dolphin-and-whale capital of the world! There are more dolphins per square mile in these glistening waters than…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: F85V+7X San Clemente, CA, USA
CAPILANO BIGHT. So you’re driving parallel to the Capilano Bight. You’d also see that the coastline has a slight curve, like a bowl-shaped arc. Not quite as deep,,
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Clemente, San Clemente, California
Welcome to San Clemente! “The Spanish Village by the Sea”.As you pass by, you may see…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Onofre, San Onofre, California
If you take a look to the ocean, you’ll catch a glimpse of San Onofre State Beach. Well, if you’re travelling north, you’ll see some factories first and a nuclear power plant (more on that later)…
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Las Flores View Point on the El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA
If you’re heading south towards San Diego, in a minute-or-so you’ll see signs for Vista Point. This is a nice lookout and a great spot to stop for some rest..
Stop At: Historic Las Flores Adobe at Camp Pendleton, California, USA
Las Flores Estancia was first officially established here as one of 21 Spanish built Mission outposts in 1823…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Camp Pendleton Hospital, Camp Pendleton Main Gate, 20250 Vandegrift Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92058, USA
If you take a look inland, you’ll soon see a big hospital, the Naval hospital at Camp Pendleton. The hospital is the tip of the iceberg, as Camp Pendleton covers a large swath of land to the northeast…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Aliso Creek Rest Area, I-5, San Diego, CA, USA
In a few moments you’ll see signs for the Aliso Creek Rest area. There’s one on either side of the highway to service both north and southbound traffic. This isn’t just any rest-stop though…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Oceanside, Oceanside, California
Funny enough, folklore tells us that Oceanside really just named itself! Originally, when the area was made up of ranches, people would say…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Carlsbad, Carlsbad, California
Carlsbad has a huge area called “The Flower Fields”, a gorgeous tourist attraction that blooms in…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center, 1580 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008-4689
Depending on your direction of travel, you either just went over a bridge, or will in the next couple minutes. That bridge traverses the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Funny enough, Agua Hedionda is Spanish for….
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Batiquitos Lagoon, Batiquitos Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The lagoon we have here, Batiquitos, is a natural one. There’s even evidence of people using it as far back as 8,000 years….
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Encinitas, Encinitas, California
Welcome to Encinitas, another beautiful beach city, although it’s actually named for it’s trees! When Gaspar de Portola led a Spanish expedition-through here…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, 2710 Manchester Ave, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Encinitas, CA 92007-2204
In a few moments, if you look inland, you’ll notice you are entering a low-lying wetland area. This is the San Elijo Lagoon…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cardiff State Beach, Encinitas, CA
Now, if you look to the ocean, you may be able to see Cardiff State Beach, which is great for swimming, beachcombing and exploring..
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: San Diego County, CA, USA
San Diego County, as you may have noticed, is huge! It spans 4,526 square miles and is filled with…
Stop At: Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, 12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, San Diego, CA 92037
You’re currently passing through one of San Diego’s treasures, Torrey Pines. 1,750 acres devoted to the conservation of wildlife, waterfowl and…
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: University City, San Diego, CA, USA
Despite the name, University City is actually a neighbourhood, not a city. It’s still a major employer though, specifically in the corporate, bio-tech and technological industries…
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Bruce’s Beach, 270 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-6435
Small local park known for its role in African-American history, as well as its scenic views.
Pass By: Hermosa Beach Pier, 1 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-3731
Long-standing pier with ocean views, public restrooms & many food & drink options nearby.
Pass By: Redondo Beach Pier, 121 W Torrance Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277-3615
Landmark pier known for scenic oceanfront dining, shopping & nightlife, plus music & festivals.
Pass By: Torrance State Beach, 387 Paseo de La Playa Via Rivera, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Amazing Beach.
Pass By: Torrance County Beach, Torrance, CA 90277, USA
289 Paseo De La Playa, Torrance, CA 90505, United States
Pass By: South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274-2515
Former landfill transformed into a botanical garden with themed areas, a koi pond & a peaceful vibe.
Pass By: Ken Malloy Regional Park, 25820 Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90710-3528
Lakeside park offering nature trails, picnic spots with BBQs, lighted sports fields & a playground.
Pass By: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802-8126
Pacific Ocean dwellers on display at this large aquarium with touch tanks & behind-the-scenes tours.
Pass By: Long Beach City Beach, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA
Long Beach, CA 90803, United States
Pass By: Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
A beachfront state park with fire rings & RV campsites, featuring sunbathing, surfing & volleyball.
Pass By: Newport Beach Pier, Newport Beach, CA
Scenic pier popular for fishing & ocean views, convenient to beach & nearby shops & restaurants.
Pass By: Castaways Park, Newport Beach, CA
Paved paths along the water here offer sweeping views of the bay & the ocean, plus parking.
Pass By: Balboa Pier, 50 Main Street, Newport Beach, CA 92661
Built in 1906, this pier offers a retro-themed diner & is popular for fishing & watching the sunset.
Pass By: Corona Del Mar State Beach, near the intersection of Iris Street and Ocean Boulevard, Corona del Mar, Newport Beach, CA
Scenic natural area & popular swimming/surfing area featuring a sandy beach framed by cliffs.
Pass By: Crystal Cove State Park Tunnel, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
Laguna Beach, CA 92651, United States
Pass By: El Moro Canyon Trail, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
8471 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, United States
Pass By: Crescent Bay Beach, Circle Way, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Scenic inlet with golden sand, rocky cliffs & tide pools, plus parking, restrooms & showers.
Pass By: Treasure Island Beach, 7 Montage Way, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-4220
Wesley Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, United States
Pass By: 1,000 Steps Beach, 31972 Pacific Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Steep stairs lead to this public beach popular for surfing, sunbathing & volleyball.
Pass By: Dana Point Caves, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
34558 Scenic Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629, United States
Pass By: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
Park area & beach has campsites in the southern end; volleyball, picnics & surfing up north.
Pass By: Capistrano Beach Park, 35005 Beach Rd, Dana Point, CA 92624-1705
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Sandy venue with beach volleyball, a basketball court & facilities; fire rings allowed, but no dogs.
Pass By: T-Street Beach, 339 W Paseo De Cristobal, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Tall palm trees line this sandy beach & popular surfing destination with a long pier.
Pass By: Las Flores View Point, California, USA
8G78+PV Agra, California, United States
Pass By: Harbor Beach, Harbor Drive, Oceanside, CA
N Pacific St, Oceanside, CA 92054, United States
Pass By: Oceanside Pier, 928 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054-2136
Originally built in 1888, this wooden 596-m. pier is the 6th version & offers a 1950s-style diner.
Pass By: South Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad Blvd. and Hwy 101, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Scenic beach known for swimming, surfing, diving, fishing & picnicking, plus a cliffside campground.
Pass By: San Elijo State Beach, 2050 South Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Encinitas, CA 92007
2-mile stretch of sand with large campgrounds popular for swimming, surfing, snorkeling & picnics.
Pass By: Annie’s Canyon Trail, 450 Solana Hills Dr, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Rugged wilderness hiking paths in an ecological reserve with sweeping ocean & lagoon views.
Pass By: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way Scripps Institute, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
Interactive tide pools & exhibitions for all things under the sea in an oceanside building.
Pass By: Tecolote Canyon Park Visitor Information, 5180 Tecolote Rd, San Diego, CA 92110-1500
This park running along the coast & up to the mouth of Tecolote Canyon includes a visitors center.
Pass By: SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Drive, San Diego, CA 92109
Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more.
Pass By: USS Midway Museum, 910 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101-5811
Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier.
Pass By: La Jolla Cove, 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037-3600
Popular with divers, this quaint beach houses permanent lifeguard stations, picnic tables & showers.
Pass By: San Diego Zoo, 2929 Zoo Drive Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
Zoo features giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus a safari park for tours & a conservation society.
Pass By: Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial, 6905 La Jolla Scenic Drive South, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
Massive cross monument honoring American veterans, with plaques telling their stories.
Pass By: Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101-1660
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city’s renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more.
Pass By: La Jolla Shores Park, 8300 Camino del Oro, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
2-block space steps away from the sand & waves offers grassy area & playgrounds.
Pass By: Children’s Pool, 850 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037-4254
Protected sandy cove home to many adult harbor seals & their pups, open for swimming in summer.
Pass By: Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, 1253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd Rum Runner Point, San Diego, CA 92107-4015
Natural cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean offer views of the coast & the occasional cliff diver.
