Join our tour guide Mayor Vince Lago as we explore the historic area where the Bahamian settlers resided who were crucial in the creation of Coral Gables 100 years ago. Held during Black History month, learn about the history of the Bahamian immigrants in the MacFarlane Homestead Historic District, the beginnings of the neighborhood and...
Join us for the most popular bike tour of the year: a centennial ride to Matheson Hammock Park and picnic at the historic pavilion. This tour leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center (405 University Dr, Coral Gables). Presented in partnership with the City of Coral Gables and Dade Heritage Trust. For more information and...
The University of Miami's Coral Gables Campus is a treasure trove of architecture, history, and natural beauty. In celebration of the centennial anniversary of UM charter, we will visit the best of the old and new and look ahead into the future. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
Join our tour guide, former Mayor Don Slesnick, on this leisurely walk to celebrate the 100-year history of the downtown hub of Coral Gables where some of the iconic historical buildings still exist. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
We will celebrate the birthday of our city’s founder, George Merrick by touring the city’s birthplace and namesake as part of the city’s centennial celebration. Our ride will highlight the Merrick family history in Coral Gables. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
Satisfy your thirst for adventure on a cool ride led by Commissioner Rhonda Anderson around some of Coral Gables’ most beautiful liquid assets. We will see the waterway and other important water features including the historic Venetian Pool and the majestic De Soto Fountain. Presented in partnership with the City of Coral Gables. This tour...
Enjoy a leisurely ride down some of Gables’ shadiest streets, many of which are lined by trees planted by George Merrick 100 years ago! On this tour, guided by a local expert, you will learn about the lush treescape that makes Coral Gables the “City Beautiful”. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
Our tour guide, former City Commissioner Ralph Cabrera, will take us to see the grand entrances that were part of George Merrick’s masterplan 100 years ago to impress City visitors. Visit those magnificent gateways and learn some fun facts about local history and architecture, including the political connections Merrick had to the construction of the...
Phineas Paist (1873-1937) was the supervising architect for the Coral Gables Corporation during the founding of the City 100-years ago. His buildings include City Hall, the Venetian Pool, the Colonnade Building, and the San Sebastian Apartment Hotel. His work is part of the glue that holds the image of Coral Gables together. For more information...
Many of the City’s most beautiful and historic homes date back to Coral Gables’ founding 100-years ago. Join us as we bike along the City’s beautiful tree-lined residential streets to visit these historic gems. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
