Bahamian History Tour
Feb
16
10:00 AM10:00

Bahamian History Tour

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 the stories the original buildings tell.

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Bike & BBQ - A Cycle Day Event
Mar
16
10:00 AM10:00

Bike & BBQ - A Cycle Day Event

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.

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UM Centennial Tour (1925)
Apr
27
10:00 AM10:00

UM Centennial Tour (1925)

**Moved to the 4th Sunday due to Easter conflict**

The University of Miami's Coral Gables Campus is a treasure trove of architecture, history, and natural beauty. In celebration the centennial anniversary of UM charter, we will visit the best of the old and new and look ahead into the future.

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George Merrick’s Fountains, Waterways and Parks – A Cycle Day Event
Jul
20
10:00 AM10:00

George Merrick’s Fountains, Waterways and Parks – A Cycle Day Event

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 leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center

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George Merrick’s Entrances
Sep
21
10:00 AM10:00

George Merrick’s Entrances

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 Tamiami Trail.

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Historic Buildings of Phineas Paist
Oct
19
10:00 AM10:00

Historic Buildings of Phineas Paist

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.

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George Merrick’s Villages
Dec
21
10:00 AM10:00

George Merrick’s Villages

Did you know that after George Merrick founded th 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.

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Trek to Girl Scouts Camp Mahachee on Old Cutler Road
Nov
17
10:00 AM10:00

Trek to Girl Scouts Camp Mahachee on Old Cutler Road

We will take advantage of cooler weather to take this long ride to Camp Mahachee, a Girl Scout Camp in beautiful hammock near Matheson Hammock and Fairchild Garden. Our guide will take us a tour of the property and share the history and the plans for wonderful property.

This is a long ride and is recommended for riders ages 10-years and older and for riders that can maintain a minimum speed of 10 mph

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Pinewood Cemetery
Oct
20
10:00 AM10:00

Pinewood Cemetery

Join us as we take a ghoulish tour through the Pinewood cemetery, the oldest cemetery south of the Miami River and the final resting place of many of Dade County’s earliest pioneer settlers. This spooky cemetery features original tombstones and unmarked graves from early Florida pioneer times amidst a beautiful pine rock land habitat.  Zombie attire encouraged!

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Tour of Parks/Gables Cycle Day
Sep
15
10:00 AM10:00

Tour of Parks/Gables Cycle Day

The founders of Coral Gables knew that people want safe, beautiful places where residents and visitors could be outside, play, and get close to nature. Come with us to visit some of the oldest and newest public parks in the City.

Bike Walk Coral Gables presents this tour in partnership with the City of Coral Gables, and support from No Boundaries Sports and the Dade Heritage Trust.

** This tour leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center (405 University Dr)  **

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Cool Canopies
Jul
21
10:00 AM10:00

Cool Canopies

Enjoy a leisurely ride down some of Gables’ shadiest streets!  On this tour, guided by a local expert, you will learn about the lush treescape that makes Coral Gables the “City Beautiful”.  We will still be able to enjoy the Royal Poincianas in full bloom! Qué bonitas!

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Bike and BBQ - Gables Cycle Day
Apr
21
10:00 AM10:00

Bike and BBQ - Gables Cycle Day

Gear up and join the City of Coral Gables and Bike Walk Coral Gables for the return of the annual Bike & BBQ. This 11-mile tour starts at the War Memorial Youth Center and ends with a BBQ-style picnic at Matheson Hammock Park. Enjoy live music with our favorite musician Bob Bonnen, lawn games and refreshments, then join our optional safe ride back to the Youth Center.

This ride is in partnership with the City of Coral Gables, Dade Heritage Trust and No Boundaries Sport, who will be available on site to inspect participant's bikes. Advanced registration is recommended. A goodie bag will be provided to all participants with advanced ticket purchases.

This is a long ride and is recommended for riders ages 10-years and older and for riders that can maintain a minimum speed of 10 mph

  • This tour leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center (405 University Dr) *

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Living with Water
Mar
17
10:00 AM10:00

Living with Water

South Florida is vulnerable to storm surges, king tides, and potential sea level rise, and Coral  Gables is preparing for the time when we may see more water more often. Our tour guides will lead us to see some of the most vulnerable locations in Coral Gables, where we will learn how we can manage flooding from tides, storms, and other water events in the future.

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The Villages
Jan
21
10:00 AM10:00

The Villages

Did you know that City of Coral Gables Founder George Merrick planned 14 internationalthemed 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.

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Nov
19
10:00 AM10:00

Discover Coconut Grove

Coconut Grove is one of Miami’s oldest neighborhoods and is a diverse mix of old and new.

This tour visits historic sites, tree-lined streets and bayfront parks for a complete look at one of Miami’s most desirable areas.

Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.

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Oct
15
10:00 AM10:00

Coral Gables Confidential

GABLES BIKE TOUR - GABLES CONFIDENTIAL FEATURING TOUR GUIDE
CORAL GABLES POLICE CHIEF ED HUDAK

Beneath the surface of the City Beautiful are examples of human nature that are not so attractive.

Bad behavior abounds on this tour of some of our notable naughty neighbors. It's a spooky season special event.

Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.

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Tour of Parks  (Gables Cycle Day)
Sep
17
10:00 AM10:00

Tour of Parks (Gables Cycle Day)

On this tour we will be traveling into space. Open space. The founders of Coral Gables knew that people want safe, beautiful places to be outside and to get close to nature. Come with us to visit some of the oldest and newest spaces in the City. No rocket required. 

Bike Walk Coral Gables presents this tour in partnership with the City Of Coral Gables

*** This tour starts and ends at the Youth Center. ***

You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.

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The Historic Buildings of Phineas Paist
Aug
20
10:00 AM10:00

The Historic Buildings of Phineas Paist

Phineas Paist (1873-1937) was the supervising architect for the Coral Gables Corporation. 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. Presented in partnership with the Dade Heritage Trust and the Coral Gables Museum.. 

You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.

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Living with Water
Jul
16
10:00 AM10:00

Living with Water

The National Weather Service has extended the extreme heat advisory through Sunday, so we are cancelling this tour. If you purchased tickets, contact the museum for a refund.

Coral Gables Museum, coralgablesmuseum.org, (305) 603-8067

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT SUNDAY...

 * WHAT...Heat index values up to 110.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast, southern and southwest Florida.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

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Royal Poinciana Festival
Jun
11
10:00 AM10:00

Royal Poinciana Festival

Celebrate the magnificent Flame Tree 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. Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.

You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.

This event has been moved up from June 18th.

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Montgomery Botanical Center
May
21
10:00 AM10:00

Montgomery Botanical Center

The Montgomery Botanical Center (MBC) is a research center and lush garden of international palms and cycads located right here in Coral Gables. Bring your family and come see the full Monty.

This tour starts, and is entirely within the Montgomery Botanical Center property, 11901 Old Cutler Road. *** (Kid-friendly)***

You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.

 
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Bike & BBQ
Apr
16
10:00 AM10:00

Bike & BBQ

Gear up and join the City of Coral Gables and Bike Walk Coral Gables for the return of the annual Bike & BBQ. This 11-mile tour starts at the War Memorial Youth Center and ends with a BBQ-style picnic at Matheson Hammock Park. Enjoy live music with our favorite musician Bob Bonnen, lawn games and refreshments, then join our optional safe ride back to the Youth Center.

This ride is in partnership with Dade Heritage Trust and No Boundaries Sport, who will be available on site to inspect participant's bikes. Advanced registration is recommended. A goodie bag will be provided to all participants with advanced ticket purchases.

This is a long ride and is recommended for riders ages 10-years and older and for riders that can maintain a minimum speed of 10 mph.

You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.

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Art In The City - Rescheduled by popular demand
Mar
19
10:00 AM10:00

Art In The City - Rescheduled by popular demand

Want to see public art up close and learn about its origin?

Prepare to be Inspired on this tour with your tour guide, Catherine Cathers, the City’s Arts & Culture Specialist

This bike tour will visit some of the many great art pieces that are displayed throughout the city and are part of the Coral Gables' renowned Art in Public Places program. 

This tour is presented by Bike Walk Coral Gables, the Coral Gables Museum and the City of Coral Gables.

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Capture Coral Gables
Feb
19
10:00 AM10:00

Capture Coral Gables

Capture Coral Gables is the Coral Gables Museum's annual photo contest for local photographers who focus on the city and its inhabitants as inspiration and subject matter. This tour will visit scenic sites to help you shoot an entry for this year's competition. 

Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.

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Healthy Start
Jan
15
10:00 AM10:00

Healthy Start

Join us for this fun and educational ride dedicated to starting the New Year with healthy habits - exercising, and reconnecting with nature! Our tour guide from the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center will teach you how to stretch and warmup so that your year can be active and healthy.

 

Presented by Bike Walk Coral Gables and the Coral Gables Museum. 

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The Villages
Dec
18
10:00 AM10:00

The Villages

Did you know that City Founder George Merrick 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.

On this ten-mile ride, you will visit the Chinese, Italian, Dutch South African,

French City, French Country, French Normandy, and Florida Pioneer Villages of Coral Gables.

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The Pinewood Cemetery
Oct
16
10:00 AM10:00

The Pinewood Cemetery

Want to go on one of our spookier rides?

Join us as we take a ghoulish tour through the Pinewood cemetery, the oldest cemetery south of the Miami River and the final resting place of many of Dade County’s earliest pioneer settlers.

This spooky cemetery features original tombstones and unmarked graves from early Florida pioneer times amidst a beautiful pine rock land habitat.

Zombie attire encouraged!

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Sep
18
10:00 AM10:00

Miami River Greenway

The Miami River is an important corridor for wildlife, freight, pleasure

boats, and people on bicycles. This tour will start in downtown Miami

at the Dade Heritage Trust (190 SE 12th Terrace, Miami, FL 33131).

This tour does not start at the Coral Gables museum

Presented with Dade Heritage Trust

To register for this special event, click here:  Exploring the Miami River Greenway Bike Tour – Dade Heritage Trust

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Aug
21
10:00 AM10:00

Hot Stuff! Old and New Fire Stations

Bring the whole family for a kid-friendly* bike ride for a behind-the scenes tour of Coral Gables Fire Stations

Feelin’ hot, hot, hot? This tour of Coral Gables’ Fire Stations will sizzle!

Did you know the Museum was Coral Gables Police and Fire Station back in the day?

We’ll start off with a Museum building tour, then head to the newer stations where we will be

treated to behind-the-scenes tours by the Coral Gables Fire Department.

* Children must be able to ride 6 miles on two wheels (no training wheels)

Children under 16 must wear a helmet

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Jul
17
10:00 AM10:00

Cool Canopies

Coral Gables is an international city, and that includes our trees. Take

a comfortable ride to see how our greenest residents are saving

water, fighting climate change and making our streets beautiful. We

speak for the trees. Presented with Dade Heritage Trust.

$10; $5 for Museum and Bike Walk Coral Gables members and children under 12.

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Jun
19
10:00 AM10:00

What's New at the U?

The University of Miami's Coral Gables Campus is a treasure trove of architecture, history and natural beauty. This tour will visit the best of the past, present, and future at the home of the Canes.

Presented by Bike Walk Coral Gables in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum.

$10; $5 for Museum and Bike Walk Coral Gables members and children under 12.

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