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. <p data-pm-slice="1 1
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. <p data-pm-slice="1 1
Did you know that after George Merrick founded the City of Coral Gables 100 years ago, he planned 14 international-themed villages for Coral Gables, but only seven were built? You will be amazed at the architectural styles from around the world that exist right here in our own backyard. <p data-pm-slice="1 1
Begin the new year with a healthy bike ride around Coral Gables with stops that highlight healthy spaces and ways to be your best self in 2026. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
Built in under a year, the iconic Biltmore Hotel opened its doors in January 1926 and has since experienced a fascinating journey through changing uses, near-bankruptcy, and even the threat of demolition. In the 1980s, the City of Coral Gables lovingly restored the landmark to the grandeur we admire today. Join us for a special...
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 Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Presented in partnership with the City of Coral Gables. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
Drive or pedal to the University of Miami where our tour guide, Elvis Fuentes, Director of the Coral Gables Museum, will take us on a walk around the scenic UM campus to tour many of the art pieces on display. Meeting point is at the Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134....
Celebrate Women's History Month with a bike tour that features notable residents from the founding of Coral Gables to the present day. The tour will be led by one of our local Great Women. Meeting point is at the Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134. For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events
Celebrate the magnificent Flame Tree with the whole family on this tour of our best Royal Poincianas in full flower. Presented with the Tropical Flowering Tree Society as part of the annual Royal Poinciana Fiesta festival.Meeting point is at the Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134.For more information and reservations: https://bikewalkcoralgables.org/events