Off the Beaten Path in Carmel-by-the-Sea: A Self-Guided Tour

This self-guided walking audio tour explores off-the-beaten-path areas of Carmel-by-the-Sea. You will walk through Carmel’s quiet and charming northwest side of town, which is home to artist Mary Aust

This self-guided walking audio tour explores off-the-beaten-path areas of Carmel-by-the-Sea. You will walk through Carmel’s quiet and charming northwest side of town, which is home to artist Mary Austin’s Rose Cottage. Discover the hidden Jane Powers Walkway, named after an early Carmelite artist, and hear her fascinating story. You will visit Carmel’s historic Pine Inn where you might decide to visit the bar for a cocktail or a snack. There will be the opportunity to see First Murphy House, a museum of early Carmel history. Operating hours are Tuesday – Thursday 12pm to 3pm. Then the tour takes you to the north end of Carmel Beach where you will see the gorgeous Pebble Beach Golf Links. The tour passes by the early homes of Robinson and Una Jeffers where you will hear the story of this famous Carmel couple. The tour is ready whenever you are. It plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone’s GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which works offline.

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Location: Monterey & Carmel

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Q&A

Q: Is this self-guided tour appropriate for kids, or would it be boring for them?

A: It really depends on your kids! If they enjoy exploring and listening to stories about history and art, they might find it fun. The walking isn’t too strenuous, and there are some visually interesting areas. However, if they prefer more interactive experiences, it might not hold their attention.

Q: How long does the tour usually take? Can you stop and take breaks?

A: The tour's duration varies depending on how much you stop to explore. It can take around 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Since it's self-guided, you can pause the audio whenever you want to soak in the views or grab a drink at Pine Inn!

Q: Do you think it's worth trying in the off-season? What's the weather like?

A: Definitely! The charm of Carmel is still there during the off-season. Just be prepared for cooler weather and possibly some fog. Dress in layers, and check the forecast. If it’s rainy, you might want to reschedule, but otherwise, it can be quite cozy!

Discussions

Thinking about the self-guided tour in Carmel-by-the-Sea, worth it?

Hey everyone! I'm considering gifting the self-guided tour in Carmel. I noticed it includes some interesting spots like the Pine Inn and the First Murphy House. How's the audio quality? I'm hoping it’ll be engaging enough. Also, is the app user-friendly? I want to make sure my gift isn't too complicated to use!

Anyone else love the Carmel self-guided walking tour?

I just finished the Off the Beaten Path tour in Carmel, and wow! The hidden gems and stories about the artists were delightful. The Jane Powers Walkway was beautiful. Spent a good hour just soaking it all in! Perfect for a nice day out, but also nice to do whenever. Anyone else tried it? What was your favorite part?