Carmel-by-the-Sea: Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of the Village
Features
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1 hour
- Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
- App & Tour Download
- Smartphone (bring your own)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Explore Carmel-by-the-Sea, a coastal village known for its storybook cottages, hidden courtyards, and artistic heritage, on a self-guided audio tour that plays automatically as you walk. Starting in the village center, you’ll follow a walkable route through charming streets, tucked-away passageways, and local landmarks.
Along the way, visit places like...
- Duration 1 Hour
- Private Tour
- 1
First Murphy House
View the historic First Murphy House as you learn about how Michael J. Murphy influenced the town of Carmel by the Sea.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 2
Harrison Memorial Library
Stop and view the library as you learn more about Carmel's history. You'll hear about the efforts of some of Carmel's early residents to grow and expand its first library.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
Lincoln Street
Learn about some of the secret courtyards and passageways that Carmel is known for as you step inside the courtyard behind the Pine Inn.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
Ct of Golden Bough
Treat yourself to something sweet at the Cottage of Sweets as you learn about the Court of the Golden Bough Theater and its somewhat ironic history!
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 5
7th Avenue
Step back in time as you learn about Carmel's historic Cypress Inn, famed for welcoming not only Hollywood legends, but also furry companions!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 6
El Paseo
Stop and view this beautiful example of Carmel’s Spanish Colonial Revival style architecture. Built in the 1920's, it features some unique details that we point out along the tour.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 7
Tuck Box
Another one of Carmel's historic buildings built by Hugh W. Comstock, the Tuck Box exemplifies Carmel’s Storybook architectural style.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 8
Ocean Avenue
Learn about Carmel's oldest bakery and first retail store and consider popping inside to try one of their delicious pretzels or cannoli! Or just grab a coffee to enjoy on the rest of the walk.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 9
The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden
Pop your head into Carmel’s last remaining bookstore as you learn about the store's passionate owners. Don't forget to check out the hidden passageway and secret garden!
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 10
Carmel Art Association
The Carmel Art Association is the oldest gallery in Carmel, and the cooperative is one of the oldest in America. Learn about its members over the years, including one very famous artist!
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 11
The House of Hansel & Gretel
Sugar and spice and everything nice... that's what these Carmel cottages are made of! Keep an eye out for the Hansel & Gretel Houses, built by Hugh Comstock as a "doll house" for his wife - a fairytale come true!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 12
Mission Street
Grab a selfie in front of this iconic mural by artist Marie-Clare Treseder Gorham.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
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