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Monument Valley – Highway 163 Scenic Drive, Monument Valley

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Monument Valley – Highway 163 Scenic Drive reviews

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  • We came to get the iconic view of the monuments and the road that was from Forrest Gump. There were tons of people and we had to fight through Instagram photo shoots to get our spot but we eventually....  more
    We came to get the iconic view of the monuments and the road that was from Forrest Gump. There were tons of people and we had to fight through Instagram photo shoots to get our spot but we eventually....  more »
  • Great scenery ... the Old West Best color and lighting is early in the morning for photographs ... less traffic heading north too 
    Great scenery ... the Old West Best color and lighting is early in the morning for photographs ... less traffic heading north too  more »
  • The road is pretty when you get close enough to see Monument Valley. We took a picture in the middle of the road and it turned out ok. You can see the buttes from the road. The road was a bit busy... 
    The road is pretty when you get close enough to see Monument Valley. We took a picture in the middle of the road and it turned out ok. You can see the buttes from the road. The road was a bit busy...  more »
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  • Perhaps the most beautiful and iconic national park in all of the US. Visiting it revives the most beautiful images of old western movies. A must to see. The complete tour of the park takes two hours and thirty minutes. It can also be done easily with a sedan, provided that it did not rain the day before (he recommended Grape 4x4, however, it is safer). Personally I chose a guided tour with a Navajo guide: he not only showed us everything but also explained the various names given to the mountains: a beautiful experience. We highly recommend it to everyone.
  • Its a very beautiful place. You can enter the park and drive to the valley overlook and there is 17 miles long of one-way loop with all these unique structure. You can find some amazing shapes. We drove over the place and completed loop within 2 hour but there are few places that you need to go on walks.There was museums with lots of handmade tribal things which is worth visiting. We visited in the month of march so weather was good. As it would be harsh and hot during summer.
  • Put this place on your bucket list! The views are incredible to the human eye! You can drive down in the valley with your car or take a tour with a Navajo guide. If you can afford a tour then I would suggest that. You go down in a truck and they will take you to the best places in the valley. And you don't have to worry about your car getting damaged or dirty. Some of the road is very bumpy. There are also 2 lodges to stay in at the entrance. The view hotel and Gouldings lodge. Both are very nice! The view is overlooking the Valley! Pretty cool! Little pricey though.
  • Unforgettable experience!! Was lucky enough it wasn't as packed as I thought it would be no traffic at the entrance paid $8 as I was by myself. Visitor center and gift shop was open mask required inside. Took the valley drive and higher clearance vehicle recommended but its up to you there were few sedans/passenger cars doing just fine. They also have tours available
  • We were told that this was not a “must see”, and that we could see what we needed from the main road. So glad we explored further, as this was one of our favorite stops on our western trip. This attraction is part of the Navaho Nation and is not a National Park. The cost is reasonable per person. The visitor center has lots of native made pots, jewelry, and more. There is a nice balcony to take panoramic pictures from. The restaurant is a little pricy but good, and with a nice view of the park. We drove through the path around the rock formations. If you have a low car, it would be tricky. There are people selling local crafts and horseback riding options. Highly recommend!

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