Carmel-by-the-Sea Walking Tour
Carmel-by-the-Sea, United States
Why Walk Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a one-square-mile village that feels lifted from a European fairy tale — there are no street addresses, no chain restaurants, and no streetlights. Founded as an artists' colony, the town still has more art galleries per capita than almost anywhere in the country. Clint Eastwood served as mayor. The white sand beach and the nearby Carmel Mission are major draws.
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Must-See Stops in Carmel-by-the-Sea
- •Ocean Avenue — the tree-lined main street leading down to Carmel Beach, lined with galleries and boutiques
- •Carmel Beach — a stunning crescent of white sand framed by Monterey cypress trees
- •Carmel Mission — the 1770 mission founded by Father Serra, one of the most beautiful in California
- •Fairy-tale cottages — whimsical 1920s houses designed by Hugh Comstock, scattered throughout the village
Hidden Gems in Carmel-by-the-Sea
- •Tor House — the stone house and tower built by hand by poet Robinson Jeffers on the Carmel coast
- •Point Lobos State Reserve — the crown jewel of California state parks, just south of town
Walking Tip
Park and walk — the village is one square mile. Houses have no street numbers, so use landmarks and cross-streets. The beach sunset is one of the best on the California coast.
Best Time to Visit
September through November for warm weather and clear skies. Summer mornings are often foggy. Spring brings wildflowers on the headlands.
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