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Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Overview

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour will explore Historic Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. This 60-minute tour is designed to keep you on the move while walking at a reasonably slow pace, and still see all of the main sites. You can pause the tour at any time to get a bite to eat or a refreshing drink to quench your thirst.

This tour will cover about 15 square blocks of the downtown Carmel to give you a “lay of the land”. You'll explore some of Carmel’s quaint courtyards and passageways and walk by a number of wine rooms, art galleries, restaurants and hotels. You'll also learn about Carmel’s founding fathers, distinctive architecture and storied past and provides numerous photo opportunities. The tour begins and ends at the Carmel Plaza. En route, you'll pass two public restrooms and four ATM’s.

So start your tour with the app, put your phone in your pocket, and let us direct you on this adventure of downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea.

City: Monterey & Carmel

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $7.99

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $7.99

Make a reservation

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What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS

Lifetime access to this tour in English

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Carmel Plaza

The tour begins at the Ocean Avenue entrance to the Carmel Plaza. On this one-hour tour you'll pass many of Carmel-by-the-Sea's popular stores, restaurants, wine rooms and art galleries.

Devendorf Park

The tour takes you through the Devendorf Park where you'll discover how the park got it's name.

Carmel Art Association

The tour passes the Carmel Art Association and sculpture garden.

The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden

The tour passes the Pilgrim's Way Book Store and Secret Garden. If you have the time its worth exploring.

Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Gallery

The tour passes Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio. You'll discover more about the internationally acclaimed figurative sculptor known for producing large sculptures including life-size characters.

First Murphy House

The tour passes a small museum run by the Carmel Heritage Society. It's in the First Murphy House. It's open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12pm until 3pm.

Dawson Cole Fine Art

The tour passes the Dawson Cole Fine Art Gallery which specializes in Contemporary and Modern sculptures. It's a spectacular gallery well worth a visit if you have the time.

Weston Gallery

The tour passes the Weston Gallery that is owned by master photographer Edward Weston's grandson. They exhibit a wonderful collection of photographs by Weston and another legendary local, Ansel Adams.

Harrison Memorial Library

The tour passes the Harrison Memorial Library where you'll discover who it's named after.

Church of The Wayfarer

While you pass by the church you'll discover it's origins.

Tuck Box

The tour passes the fairytale-like tea room where if you have the time you can pose for a picture or two, or even enquire about having a cup of tea.

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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (11)

MauraFletcher_F

Oct 2022

we found this to be slow and it felt like a marketing plug for the shops and restaurants mentioned along the way

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Hi Maura We're sorry that you didn't enjoy the content. Most people seem to like it and on VoiceMap it has an average of 4.5 stars. Have you tried our Fairy Tale Houses tour? It's also in Carmel by the Sea and might be more to your liking.

Gail S

Apr 2022

The audio tour was informative about Carmel some history which is beneficial to a newcomer. It was enjoyable to find some of the secret passageways and secret gardens throughout the community. It highlighted some long time restaurants and some of the top wine tasting rooms. Unfortunately it did not tell me that I’ve gone too far or that I need to turn around when I was off track. I walk two blocks without any redirection so that was a little disappointing. I have been attempting to finish the one hour audio tour for two days. It’s nice that I will have it for longevity and the information for my journal. I would only recommend the audio to redirect you if you’re off the path. 100

bethbS382LI

Oct 2021

Interesting info. Not intuitive to use/start. Had trouble getting the correct recordings to play. Lasted closer to 2 hrs, not 1. Beautiful city!