Carmel
Explore many different architectural styles while riding throughout the town of Carmel-By-The-Sea.
Carmel
Explore many different architectural styles while riding throughout the town of Carmel-By-The-Sea.
Devendorf Park
(Pass by)
The park is Carmel's central gathering place for outdoor events. A great place to have a little picnic or get away from downtown and enjoy the quaint koi pond nestled in the corner of the park.
The Valentine
This bronze sculpture figure by George Wayne Lundeen is called The Valentine. It was installed in the First Murphy Park in 1994.This is a great place to stop for a picture while some in the group use the restroom before we head along the beachfront.
Golden Bough Playhouse
The Golden Bough Playhouse is a historic two-story theatre in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California on Monte Verde St., between 8th and 9th Avenues
Admission Not Included
Fairy Tale Cottages of Hugh Comstock
Passing by the historic cottages in Carmel, in one block we see 6 of these cute fairy tale cottages built by local architect Hugh Comstock. For true lovers of this style, we can climb another steep hill to see 5 more.
Cottage of Sweets
The Cottage of Sweets has been Carmel's Candy Shop Since 1959. For the best tasting treats on the West Coast head here.
The House of Hansel & Gretel
(Pass by)
The Hansel and Gretel houses in Carmel are not open to the public but are private residences. They are located between 5th and 6th Avenues on the east side of Torres St.
Village of Fae
Very cute little fairy tale houses nestled among the trees add to the charm of Carmel.
First Murphy House
The first Murphy House in Carmel, California is a historic Craftsman style home built in the early 1900s. It features a low-pitched gable roof, wide eaves, and exposed rafters, as well as a cozy and comfortable interior with hardwood floors, fireplace mantels, and built-in cabinets. The house is located in a quiet neighborhood a short walk from downtown Carmel and is a beloved landmark in the community. The house is currently being used as the location for the Carmel Heritage Society.
Pine Inn
(Pass by)
Carmel's First Ever Hotel, Blending Historic Splendor & Modern Comfort.The hotel was built in 1889 in the style of an elegant country inn, with wood from the old Tivoli Opera House in San Francisco. Sixteen years later, as the town developed and grew, it was time for a big move. The Hotel Carmelo was on its way to a new home, four blocks down Ocean towards the beach. The North wing was dismantled and the main building was rolled along pine logs down the rugged dirt road. Within a year, the hotel was refitted and enlarged with a stable and a sun room looking out to the sea. With the help of M.J. Murphy, a local contractor, the hotel was reborn as the Pine Inn.
Carmel Beach Boardwalk
Passing by the beautiful Carmel beach, be sure to take lots of photos!
Carmel Beach
At the foot of Ocean Avenue, Carmel Beach is a beautiful white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. One of the most iconic spots on California's Central Coast and is rated "One of America's Top Beach Towns.
Clinton Walker House - Frank Lloyd Wright
(Pass by)
Mrs. Clinton Walker House, also known as Cabin on the Rocks, is located on Carmel Point in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. It has the appearance of a ship with a bow cutting through the waves. The house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1948 and completed in 1951 for Mrs. Clinton Della Walker of Pebble Beach. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. The house, an example of Wright's organic architecture, is built on granite boulders, uses the local Carmel-stone, and has a roof the color of the sea that is shaped to resemble the bow of a ship. It is the only Frank Lloyd Wright house that overlooks the ocean. Mrs. Clinton Walker told Wright she wanted a house “as durable as the rocks and as transparent as the waves." The house has a view of the Carmel Bay and Pebble Beach.
Butterfly House
(Pass by)
Butterfly House, is a Mid-century modern house located on Carmel Point in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Due to its unique wing-shaped roof, this building is commonly referred to as the Butterfly House. The house was designed and built by architect Francis W. Wynkoop. Featured in Architectural Digest Magazine, this is arguably one of the most expensive homes in Carmel, hitting the real-estate market in 2022 for $40 million.
Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation
(Pass by)
The Tor House and climb Hawk Tour are reminiscent of ancient Irish stone towers. The English style cottage garden is rich in color, texture and fragrance. Experience the atmosphere that inspired some of America's finest poetry.
Mara Beach Carmel
On Carmel Bay, the mile-long beach features a bird sanctuary in a lagoon (just before the Carmel River empties into the sea) featuring a wide variety of waterfowl and song birds, and provides for scenic panoramic views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a federal marine protected area and Point Lobos on of our most iconic parks.
Scenic Road Walkway
The most beautiful and iconic one way road in Carmel with jaw dropping ocean views.
Carmel River State Beach
An enclave for wildlife right at the mouth of our Carmel River where it meets the sea.
Lincoln Green Inn
This stunning inn is known for its beautiful gardens. The inn itself is surrounded by picturesque homes.
Mission Ranch Restaurant
The historic Mission Ranch sits on 22 acres with spectacular views of Point Lobos, Carmel River Beach and the Pacific Ocean. Once one of the first dairies in California, the rich history of this 1800’s ranch was preserved and restored by former Carmel Mayor, Clint Eastwood.
Carmel Mission
Includes stop at the beautiful and historic Carmel Mission. The crown jewel of the California Missions. We stop at the gate to the courtyard where you can get a great picture of this historic landmark....one of California's oldest existing structures. Your guide will share some informational stories from its early history while you take in the beautiful building and grounds.
Admission Not Included
Mad Dogs & Englishmen Bike Shop Carmel, CA
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