12 Best Things to Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Carmel-by-the-Sea feels like a fairy tale, with its enchanting streets, hidden passageways, secret courtyards, and whimsical cottages that seem straight out of a storybook. It’s a delightful place to explore.

All Things To Do

Free
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Meet local artists during the Carmel Art Walk

#12 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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1 to 2 hours
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$15 for adults; $8 for children 7-17
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Carmel Mission

#11 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

3080 Rio Rd.
Less than 1 hour
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Free
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Admire fairy-tale-like architecture along the Historic Walking Tour

#10 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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1 to 2 hours
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$65 for adults; $50 for seniors and kids 5 and older
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Monterey Bay Aquarium

#9 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

886 Cannery Row
2 hours to Half Day
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$12.25 per vehicle
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17-Mile Drive

#8 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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1 to 2 hours
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Free
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Garrapata State Park

#7 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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2 hours to Half Day
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Free
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Shop and dine along Ocean Avenue

#6 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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Less than 1 hour
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From $30 per person
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Sample local wines in downtown tasting rooms

#5 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Mission 3SE, 5th Ave.
2 hours to Half Day
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Free
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Take a walk or drive along Scenic Road

#4 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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Less than 1 hour
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Free
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Carmel River State Beach

#3 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

26478 Carmelo St.
1 to 2 hours
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$10 per vehicle
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Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

#2 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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2 hours to Half Day
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Free
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Carmel Beach

#1 in Best Things To Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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