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A traditional half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a stone pathway. 2
A quaint cottage with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants. 3
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A house with a red-tiled roof, a stone chimney, and a white garage door. 5
By VoiceMap Audio Tours

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6.4 out of 10
Price is €7 per adult
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Features

  • 1h 20m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Are you looking for a way to see Carmel’s famous Comstock Cottages without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.

    • See 11 fairytale cottages, and find out about architect Hugh Comstock, who married a dollmaker here in the 1920s
    • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse who co-authored a book about Carmel's historic homes
    • Do it all in 40 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
    • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
    • Use the virtual tour option at home

    Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

    The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

    Please note that this is a hilly walk.

Activity location

  • Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
    • Ocean Avenue
    • 93921, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
    • Ocean Avenue
    • 93921, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States

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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 20 minutes1h 20m
    1h 20m
  • Opening hours: Mon 00:00-23:59
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€7.16 x 1 Adult€7.16
Total
Price is €7.16

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lifetime access to Fairy Tale Houses of Carmel-by-the-Sea tour
  • Inclusions
    VoiceMap Application
  • Inclusions
    Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Exclusions
    Smartphone
  • Exclusions
    Transport
  • Exclusions
    Food/Drink
  • Exclusions
    Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Carmel-by-the-Sea (Pass by)

The tour takes place in Carmel by the Sea.

Fairy Tale Cottages of Hugh Comstock (Pass by)

The tour explores Hugh Comstock's Fairy-Tale Cottages.

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave (Pass by)

The tour starts outside The Getaway where you'll be introduced to the VoiceMap app, the tour creator and the tour.

Bruno's Market & Deli (Pass by)

It's the perfect place to stop and grab lunch or a snack if you feel so inclined. They make great sandwiches.

Ocean Avenue (Pass by)

The tour goes past a section of Carmel's Ocean Avenue

Carmel Plaza (Pass by)

Nestled in the heart of city centre Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel Plaza is home to one-of-a-kind fashion finds and speciality national brands, distinctive restaurants, gourmet shops, wine tasting rooms, salons and more in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting.

Devendorf Park (Pass by)

The tour ends near Devendorf Park.

Location

Activity location

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    Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
    • Ocean Avenue
    • 93921, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
    • Ocean Avenue
    • 93921, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States

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