Carmel-by-the-Sea’s Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
from $7.99
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.
30 minutes
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed…
Itinerary
- 1Stop
The tour takes place in Carmel by the Sea.
- 2Fairy Tale Cottages of Hugh Comstock
The tour explores Hugh Comstock's Fairy-Tale Cottages.
- 3Stop
The tour starts outside The Getaway where you'll be introduced to the VoiceMap app, the tour creator and the tour.
- 4Stop
It's the perfect place to stop and grab lunch or a snack if you feel so inclined. They make great sandwiches.
- 5Ocean Avenue
The tour goes past a section of Carmel's Ocean Avenue
- 6Carmel Plaza
Nestled in the heart of downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel Plaza is home to one-of-a-kind fashion finds and specialty national brands, distinctive restaurants, gourmet shops, wine tasting rooms, salons and more in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting.
- 7Devendorf Park
The tour ends near Devendorf Park.
What's included
- Lifetime access to Fairy Tale Houses of Carmel-by-the-Sea tour
- VoiceMap Application
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Not included
- Smartphone
- Transportation
- Food/Drink
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
