Carmel Guidebook: Sea-renity
Sightseeing
Must-see because it's so close, but parking is a pain so go early. Even when you go and there is a "parking lot full" at the front gate, you may be able to pay and drive through the park to the various parking lots further in, and you may find parking along the hiking trails.
309 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1Must-see because it's so close, but parking is a pain so go early. Even when you go and there is a "parking lot full" at the front gate, you may be able to pay and drive through the park to the various parking lots further in, and you may find parking along the hiking trails.
Must see if you have time, and don't get dizzy with windy streets. People drive pretty fast, so if you want to sight see, pull over at the lookout points. There are great restaurants and the 2 state parks are amazing.
332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Big Sur
Must see if you have time, and don't get dizzy with windy streets. People drive pretty fast, so if you want to sight see, pull over at the lookout points. There are great restaurants and the 2 state parks are amazing.
17-Mile Drive
17 Mile DriveMonterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowFood scene
We loved this restaurant and have been going for the past 18 years. But, recently they have been rising prices more and more, so this may be a bit over priced. Amazing wine menu though...
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casanova
5th AvenueWe loved this restaurant and have been going for the past 18 years. But, recently they have been rising prices more and more, so this may be a bit over priced. Amazing wine menu though...
Great place to have lunch after a walk on Ocean Beach. They have indoor and outdoor dining options. We have tried their burger, sandwiches, sand dabs, and sauvignon blanc.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Portabella
Ocean AvenueGreat place to have lunch after a walk on Ocean Beach. They have indoor and outdoor dining options. We have tried their burger, sandwiches, sand dabs, and sauvignon blanc.
Charming little restaurant, with indoor and outdoor dining. Great pastas.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Il Tegamino
Charming little restaurant, with indoor and outdoor dining. Great pastas.
Just a cute little place to get fudge, and all kinds of candy from around the world.
Cottage of Sweets
Ocean AvenueJust a cute little place to get fudge, and all kinds of candy from around the world.
Literally the most amazing place to taste and buy cheese from around the world. Make sure to be prepared to wait in long queue.
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Cheese Shop
Junipero StreetLiterally the most amazing place to taste and buy cheese from around the world. Make sure to be prepared to wait in long queue.
Conveniences
Safeway
815 Canyon Del Rey BlvdCVS
6 The CrossroadsCostco Wholesale
801 Tioga AveConsejos para la ciudad
Antes de que te vayas
Many restaurants you need to make reservations
Make reservations for dining ahead of time.
Qué debes empacar
Swim suits, water toys, personal toiletries
We have beach towels and beach chairs, but bring your own beach toys and tent if you want to hang out.
Viajar con niños
Carmel Point Beach NOT for swimming
The surf can be strong, so do not swim here. Go to Ocean Beach if you like to play in the water, or go to the River.