Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.
Ascend to the summit of the legendary Pikes Peak on this self-guided driving tour up one of America’s most iconic mountain roads. On this winding road to the top of the mountain, visitors are treated to soaring vistas, unique ecosystems, and historical remnants of the mountain’s past. Along the way, hear stories of gold miners, ancient Ute paths, and the death-defying Race to the Clouds. This alpine drive is a true Colorado classic that can’t be missed.
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
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, and 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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
What To Expect
Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
. This iconic road will take us up toward the summit of a 14,000-foot mountain that has captured Colorado’s imagination for decades. Along the way, we’ll have plenty of opportunities for great mountain views, as well as a couple of hiking trails for more advanced hikers. Note: The tour is over 18 miles long, with more than 29 audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Cascade
Travelers have been stopping at this spot since 1890! This observation site was once a stop along the cog railway line. We’ll get to the railway’s history a little later in the tour, but back in 1890 this ride allowed tourists to enjoy the view and adjust to the high altitude.
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Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
What‘s Included
Text transcripts of audio narration & Self-paced format (start/pause/resume anytime)
Pre-recorded audio commentary (downloadable or streamable)
This is a GPS-powered, self-guided audio tour that works through an app
Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)
This tour is NOT a ticket to any attraction or site
Suggested walking/driving itinerary with stop-by-stop directions
Offline GPS-enabled route map
NO in-person guide or physical equipment (bring your own device & headphones)
Entrance fees, in-person guide, headphones, transport, parking, food,Wi-Fi or cellular data, rentals
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible!
Connie C,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our 2nd Colorado audio tour we purchased, downloaded, and listened to during our June, 2026 RV vacation. It was very educational, easy to understand and relate to, and affordable.
Well worth the drive to...
Marvin M,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth the drive to the top and this self-guided tour made it even better. Saves you money on tours.
Helpful but glitchy
slaurich1,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was interesting, but when each section started, the narrator would talk for 10 secs., it would stop and then restart. It did that for each section.
Pikes Peak
Denise C,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Have someone else drive you! Admire the views as you go and make sure you dress warm. Take lots of pictures and make sure you watch the short movie in the look out center
good audio tour of the drive up Pikes Peak
jfd,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very good audio tour with information along the way including the history of the road and the local gold and silver rush. Be sure to download it before your trip.
Highly recommend
caro5478125689,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We purchased the ticket online to skip the wait at the visitor center, which saved a lot of time! The Pikes Peak Highway Driving Tour was exactly what we needed—just an audio guide, so we could enjoy the drive at our own pace without any pressure. The views were incredible, and the tour provided great information about the area. Highly recommend it for anyone wanting a relaxed and informative experience!
The ticket price included...
celestedettle,Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The ticket price included a car load of friends for admission into the park for $16.99. At the entrance to Pikes Peak we were required to pay again, they had never heard of Viator. We paid $34.00 to enter the park. I’ve requested a refund hopefully it will be honored.
Not tickets to the place you are visiting.
Michele D,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00I thought this was tickets. It wasn’t. I got to the booth, and they are like, you need to buy. You need to really put boldly, this won’t get you in the park. I guess a few others had the same experience. Basically I wasted $16.99, and got nothing.
Helpful and Informative
Kikibelletravels,Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed this audio tour as we drove to the top of Pikes Peak. It was helpful and informative. The history of Pikes Peak was interesting.
Family Friendly Sightseeing
ronap388,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The pace was perfect, and we learned about the topography as well as the history of Pike's Peak. There was all the time we needed to pause along the way. Very enjoyable!
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