Get your discount tickets for the Muir Woods Self-Guided GPS Driving and Walking Audio Tour, save up to 9% !
Overview
This is not an admission ticket to Muir Woods. Hike among towering redwoods with this self-guided driving/walking tour of Muir Woods National Monument. This tour begins on the road to Muir Woods, featuring scenic views of Mount Tamalpais and Redwood Canyon. Then, hike a breathtaking trail through these ancient trees. Discover the origins of the national monument along the way, as well as legends of the Miwok and secrets of the forest foliage. This easy 2-mile hike is the best way to experience this incredible park. (NOTE: Be sure to make a parking reservation in advance.) After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, & enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Meeting and Pickup
Start at 258 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941. Continue west on Shoreline Highway (Route 1) toward Muir Woods, following the route shown in the app. You may also join at any point along the tour route. Suggested start only; no affiliation with nearby businesses, and their staff cannot assist.
Language Offered
English-AUDIO
English-WRITTEN
Itinerary
1. Muir Woods National Monument
2. A peaceful redwood grove filled with towering ancient trees and a quiet, almost cathedral-like atmosphere. This scenic stop offers breathtaking forest views and a memorable moment among some of Muir Woods’ most iconic redwoods.
3. A beautiful grove surrounded by lush greenery, massive redwoods, and calm forest scenery. With its shaded trails and peaceful setting, Bohemian Grove is a lovely stop for photos and a quiet walk beneath the trees.
4. Redwood Creek Trailhead
5. A scenic trail that offers a slightly higher view of the redwood forest and lush canyon below. With peaceful shade, fresh forest air, and beautiful tree-lined paths, Hillside Trail is a great choice for a quieter walk.
6. A lush forest trail that climbs through redwoods, ferns, and peaceful woodland scenery. With its quiet atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings, Ben Johnson Trail is a memorable option for visitors looking for a more adventurous hike.
7. Dipsea Trail
8. Canopy View Trail
9. A quiet, lush trail surrounded by ferns, redwoods, and peaceful creekside scenery. With its soft forest atmosphere and fresh greenery, Fern Creek Trail feels like a hidden gem within the woods.
10. Muir Beach
11. Muir Woods Visitor Center
Inclusion
Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
Exclusion
No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Parking fees
Entrance fees
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE BOOKING: This is an audio tour only. It does NOT include a parking pass, shuttle ticket, or park entrance fee. Muir Woods requires every vehicle and shuttle rider to book a separate reservation in advance at NPS Website. There is no cell service or WiFi at the park, so this must be done before you arrive — not on-site.
Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
For walking portions, we recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing others nearby.
Reviews
3.2
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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