Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Is Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour worth booking?
Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour is a 5-hour experience in Yellowstone National Park, United States, from $21 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 270 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (270)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $21 per person
Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! Experience the raw power and beauty of nature at Yellowstone National Park. This enormous volcanic caldera has captured the American imagination for decad
What you get
About this experience
Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! Experience the raw power and beauty of nature at Yellowstone National Park. This enormous volcanic caldera has captured the American imagination for decades thanks to its explosive geysers, prismatic hot springs, and astonishing waterfalls. Home to some of the only wild bison and wolves on the continent, this park can’t be missed. The tour can begin at any of the park’s entrances. Due to poor signal in the park, download BEFORE arrival & use OFFLINE MODE. Note road closures on park website. 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. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
What's included
Included
- 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.
- Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Not included
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
What you'll see and do
This tour of Yellowstone features multiple entrances to accommodate travelers entering from any direction. Get ready to experience one of the most incredible landscapes in North America, featuring stunning volcanic features like geysers and hot springs, majestic wildlife from bison to gray wolves, and more natural beauty than you can capture with any camera. Note: The tour is over 150+ miles long, with more than 140+ audio stories, and takes about 4-6 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
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Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is a nearly 3,500-sq.-mile wilderness recreation area atop a volcanic hot spot. Mostly in Wyoming, the park also spreads into parts of Montana and Idaho. Yellowstone features dramatic canyons, alpine rivers, lush forests, hot springs, and gushing geysers, including its most famous, Old Faithful.
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If entering via the South Entrance, you'll pass the Grant Visitor Center, a great place to make a pit stop before continuing onto the Grand Loop which circles the whole park.
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West Thumb Geyser Basin
First in this section of the park is the West Thumb Geyser Basin, one of Yellowstone's largest geyser basins which features some truly remarkable geothermal features.
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Shoshone Lake
Your route takes you next past Shoshone Lake, a lovely secluded little patch of wilderness with a great hiking trail to boot.
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Up next is Isa Lake, which sits directly on the Continental Divide. In a way, this lake marks the backbone of the country!
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Old Faithful
Old Faithful, up next, is one of Yellowstone's most famous attractions for a reason. This huge geyser is so reliable it was once referred to as "eternity's timepiece"!
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Up next is Morning Glory, a deep hot spring pool which has, unfortunately, been severely damaged by tourists over the years. However, it's still a sight to behold.
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Firehole River
You've heard of hot tubs, but how about a hot river? That's exactly what you'll find at Firehole River, a river naturally heated by a nearby hot spring.
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Grand Prismatic Spring
Then you'll be able to park and see Grand Prismatic up close. It's a staggeringly huge hot spring with rings of shocking color encircling it. This is one of Yellowstone's can't-miss attractions!
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Fountain Paint Pot
Next up is the Fountain Paint Pot, a wonderfully colorful mud pot which is constantly burbling and rearranging itself thanks to the volcanic power underneath it.
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West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
You'll see the West Entrance Visitor Information Center if entering the park via the town of West Yellowstone.
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As you drive past the picturesque Gibbon River, you'll hear about its importance to the Shoshone tribe, as well as how they used the park's natural obsidian deposits in the past.
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Gibbon Falls
After that you'll find Gibbon Falls, one of the park's most easily accessible waterfalls. Unlike many falls, which require long hikes down rocky trails, this one can be seen from the road!
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Artists Paintpots
Your route takes you next to the Artist's Paint Pots, another set of colorful mud pots featuring a boardwalk which takes you past not only the paint pots, but also a bunch of small geysers as well. This is a must-see spot.
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Norris Geyser Basin
The next geyser basin you'll reach is the Norris Geyser Basin, the oldest, hottest geyser basin in Yellowstone, with temperatures measured up to 459 degrees below the surface!
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Swan Lake Flats
Up next are the Swan Lake Flats. These aren't just a great place to spot wildlife, they're also the birthplace of one of Yellowstone's eight wolf packs!
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Mammoth Hot Springs
After that, you'll see Mammoth Hot Springs, one of Yellowstone's most picturesque features. But these terraced hot springs aren't just perfect for photos--they're also a huge draw for the local elk population!
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Boiling River
If entering from the north entrance, you'll pass another heated river called the Boiling River. Don't worry about the name, though--it's actually quite a pleasant temperature!
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Roosevelt Arch
The Roosevelt Arch is a rusticated triumphal arch at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park in Gardiner, Montana, United States. Constructed under the supervision of the US Army at Fort Yellowstone, its cornerstone was laid down by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1903.
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Albright Visitor Center and Museum
The Albright Visitor Center is up next for those entering from the north, and it's a great place for anyone to stop for snacks or a restroom break.
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Undine Falls
Up next are the Undine Falls, a 60-foot waterfall named after fairies from German folklore.
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Wraith Falls
Just across from Undine Falls is a trailhead leading to the 80-foot Wraith Falls, another of Yellowstone's nearly 350 waterfalls!
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Next, you'll pass through Tower Junction, home to the Roosevelt Lodge where, despite the name, no Roosevelt ever camped. But that doesn't make it any less of a fantastic camping spot!
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Lamar Valley
As you drive, you'll pass Lamar Valley next. This valley is the best place in Yellowstone to spot the park's iconic wildlife. You'll almost definitely see bison here, and might even get lucky and catch sight of some elusive wolves!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
Start near the West Thumb Information Center on your right, with the parking lot behind you. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Information Center. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
Start just outside the Old Faithful Visitor Center, with the Old Faithful Geyser sign ahead on your left. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
Start just past the Northeast Entrance Station of Yellowstone. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the entrance station, so staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
Start near the Conoco Gas Station, just before the Gardiner Bridge. The Gas Station on your right, lodges and cottages on your left. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
Start on East Entrance Road just before reaching Yellowstone’s entrance if coming from Cody. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
Start near the West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center, with Eagle's Store and a Mobil gas station on your left. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically—check your email/text for setup details.
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
Start on Highway 191 just before reaching Lewis Lake. This is the suggested starting point if coming from Jackson. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses, so staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Start near the West Thumb Information Center on your right, with the parking lot behind you. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Information Center. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Ends at
Start just outside the Old Faithful Visitor Center, with the Old Faithful Geyser sign ahead on your left. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Ends at
Start just past the Northeast Entrance Station of Yellowstone. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the entrance station, so staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Ends at
Start near the Conoco Gas Station, just before the Gardiner Bridge. The Gas Station on your right, lodges and cottages on your left. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Ends at
Start on East Entrance Road just before reaching Yellowstone’s entrance if coming from Cody. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Ends at
Start near the West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center, with Eagle's Store and a Mobil gas station on your left. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the nearby businesses. The audio starts automatically—check your email/text for setup details.
Ends at
Start on Highway 191 just before reaching Lewis Lake. This is the suggested starting point if coming from Jackson. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses, so staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Travel with Action
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour covers all five Yellowstone entrances and allows you to travel either clockwise or counterclockwise.
- Download the app and tour before arriving, as cell service is limited throughout the park.
- Check current road conditions, entrance access, and seasonal closures before beginning the tour.
- During winter, most park roads are closed to regular vehicles. Only the road between the North and Northeast Entrances remains open year-round, weather permitting. Select the winter tour for the appropriate route and instructions.
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 267 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
267 verified traveler reviews for Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Traveling with a pup
Last minute change of plans resulted in bringing our dog. Cancelled our full day escorted tour and purchased this and so happy. Self paced. Stop and enjoy what and when you want. Good insights and love the gps aspect to the guide. Highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Linda, thank you for using my Yellowstone GPS driving tour. I’m glad it adapted well to your last-minute plans and let you explore at your pace with your pup. I’m happy you enjoyed the guidance, insights, and freedom to stop anywhere. For more parks, check out my US West National Parks Audio Tour Bundle, including Crater Lake, Mesa Verde, Saguaro, Death Valley, Olympic, Sequoia, and more. Happy exploring!
via Viator
great way to tour on your car at your own rate!
I love these audio options….the only downside was my phone charger did not work in the rental car and we quickly used up my battery so couldn’t finish the tour! But what we had was great!!
Response from the operator: Hi there, thank you for taking my Yellowstone National Park GPS driving audio tour. I’m so glad you enjoyed exploring at your own pace from the car and that the portion you completed was great. I’m sorry your phone battery ran out before you could finish, but my tour is valid forever, so you can pick it back up and continue anytime on a future visit. For more parks, my US West National Parks Audio Tour Bundle covers Crater Lake, Mesa Verde, Saguaro, Death Valley, Olympic, Sequoia, and more. Happy exploring!
via Tripadvisor
Download when you have...
Download when you have good WiFi I never even got to use the audio your waste of time and money I would like my money bsck
Response from the operator: Logan, I’m sorry you were unable to use the Yellowstone audio tour. I always recommend downloading the app and completing the tour content on strong Wi-Fi before entering a national park, as mobile service can be limited. Once downloaded, the tour works offline. Your tour is valid forever, so you can still use it on your next visit. Please get in touch with me with your booking details; I’m available daily from 9 to 6 EST and can also provide a replacement tour.
via Viator
Fun easy tour of Yellowstone!
Helpful, interesting narration. It was great to have confirmation about the path we were on and I loved how it stopped when we stopped. It also let us know once when we strayed from the route which saved us time and sanity! It was easy to use which is a BIG plus too!
Response from the operator: John, thank you for taking my GPS driving audio tour of Yellowstone National Park. I’m so glad the narration was helpful and interesting, and that the GPS guidance gave you confidence on the route. I’m happy the tour paused when you stopped and even helped catch a wrong turn, making the experience easier and more enjoyable. For more parks, consider my US West National Parks Audio Tour Bundle, featuring Crater Lake, Mesa Verde, Saguaro, Death Valley, Olympic, Sequoia, and more. Happy exploring!
via Viator
It was chock full of fun...
It was chock full of fun facts and good stories. We really enjoyed being able to tour the park at our own speed.
Response from the operator: Denise, thank you for taking my Yellowstone GPS driving audio tour. I’m so glad you enjoyed the fun facts, stories, and the flexibility to explore the park at your own speed. For more parks, consider my US West National Parks Audio Tour Bundle, featuring Crater Lake, Mesa Verde, Saguaro, Death Valley, Olympic, Sequoia, and more. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $21 to $25
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 95
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Yellowstone National Park.
How much does Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour cost?
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Prices start at $21 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Yellowstone National Park usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Yellowstone National Park is not rushed.
Is Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 270 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Yellowstone National Park, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?
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Around 95 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Yellowstone National Park can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Yellowstone National Park and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Yellowstone National Park within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Yellowstone National Park?
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Yellowstone tours run geyser basins and Grand Prismatic, Lamar Valley wolf and bison watching at dawn, photography workshops and winter snowcoach trips. Distances inside the park are enormous, so itinerary honesty matters more than anything else. On Outty we rank every Yellowstone National Park experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour, Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful, Lake Yellowstone Half Day Kayak Tours Past Geothermal Features. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Yellowstone National Park?
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May to September, plus December to March for snowcoach tours. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Yellowstone National Park?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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