Carmel-by-the-Sea Things to Do

 9 Reviews  This generally overlooked stop on 17 Mile I found interesting. It details how these trees, the Monterey Cypress, were almost wiped out by man (along with 95% of all other animals and life in... 

 8 Reviews  Just north of Carmel is the world-famous 17 Mile Drive. There is a $9.50 entrance fee at the entry gate, but it is well worth the price. Motorcycles are not allowed, probably because of the noise... 

 12 Reviews  Carmel Beach is surrounded by a Monterrey Pine Forest & twisted Cypress trees crown the pristine beach. Walk, play, frolic on the beach and sink your toes in the soft white sand. Its crystal blue... 

 6 Reviews  The Mission at Carmel was founded by Father Junípero Serra in 1770 as the second of Spain's California missions. The original church here was built of adobe and was replaced with the current structure... 

 4 Reviews  Point Lobos State Reserve enjoys a spectacular location on the California coast in Carmel. Trails traverse the coastline and its nearby surroundings. Migrating whales can sometimes be seen offshore by... 

 2 Reviews  A shortish drive south of Carmel, along Highway 1, and you will find yourself in the Big Sur region. Big Sur is home to State Parks filled with redwood forests, stunning coastal scenery, secluded... 

 3 Reviews  San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission, 1771, is the site of The Carmel Mission Basilica and National Shrine of Blessed Junipero Serra, who founded the California Missions and is buried in the Church.... 

 2 Reviews  Monterey Bay Aquarium is considered one of the best in the nation, and I would have to say that is true. Located right in the heart of the tourist area, it is easy to get to, easy to find parking... 

 1 Review  Besides the famous beaches and parks in Carmel--including Carmel Beach, Carmel River State Beach, Monastery Beach, and Point Lobos State Reserve--Carmel boasts a number of other small city parks that... 

 1 Review  Garland Ranch Regional Park is located just a short drive up Carmel Valley Road, and is a great place to get away from civilization for a while. This park has easy to difficult trails that go from... 

 1 Review  In 2007 the Carmel Art Festival is in its 14th year. I visited on the busy Saturday when the "Sculpture in the Park" at Devendorf Park along Ocean Ave was impressive, and Mission Street was closed off... 

 1 Review  Somebody told me this is called “The poor man’s Pebble.” As in it’s less expensive to play than neighboring Pebble Beach. There’s NOTHING poor about Spyglass. Ok, it’s $150.00 cheaper than Pebble, but... 

 1 Review  Mission Carmel was founded by Father Junipero Serra in 1770, the second in the California chain. Mission Carmel was the headquarters of the Mission chain from until he died in 1803. The Carmel Mission... 

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 SONG Says:  Located just next door to the Hyatt Carmel Highlands Inn is the Senator's Cottage. It is part of the TicklePink Inn complex, with the Cottage being the last... 

 cnango Says:  Drive along the coastline away from the broad whites sand beach and you will discover some beautiful rocky points. It is not only scenic but fun to climb on the... 

 lynnehamman Says:  The Carmel Mission was founded in 1771 by Father Junipero Serra. The first mission church in California to be built from stone, this beautiful old church does... 

 trvlrtom Says:  For the most extensive view of the area, visit Jacks Peak, located in a county park just minutes from downtown. From the top - which is easy to reach from the...