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Storybook Cottage - Comstock Fairy Tale House Santa Fe Street Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

By VoiceMap
6.2 out of 10
Price is $8 per adult
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Features
  • 1h
  • 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 hour1h1h
  • Opening hours: Mon 12:00am-11:59pm
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$7.99 x 1 Adult$7.99
Total
Price is $7.99

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLifetime access to Fairy Tale Houses of Carmel-by-the-Sea tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedVoiceMap Application
  • What's includedWhat's includedOffline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSmartphone
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood/Drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTickets 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 transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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 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.
Devendorf Park (Pass by)
The tour ends near Devendorf Park.

Location

Activity location

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

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

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