Things to Do in Carmel, CA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Carmel, California, features the top 183 nearby activities — including 86 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Carmel, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 41 things to do within the city of Carmel, CA , followed by 142 popular activities in nearby cities, including Monterey, Salinas, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Big Sur, Marina and Watsonville
  • Our list of the best things to do in Carmel, California, features the top 183 nearby activities — including 86 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Carmel, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 41 things to do within the city of Carmel, CA , followed by 142 popular activities in nearby cities, including Monterey, Salinas, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Big Sur, Marina and Watsonville
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28.7 Miles
74% 133 votes
Beaches 1305 E Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 MoreLess Info
Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz is a sandy beach that permits dogs as long as they are kept on leashes. The beach is patrolled by life guards, and features fire rings and rest rooms.
28.7 Miles
94% 71 votes
Winery/Vineyard 328 A Ingalls Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 MoreLess Info
Featuring handcrafted wines from Santa Cruz, Napa Valley, and other California vineyards, MJA Vineyards Westside Tasting Room provides a palate-pleasing experience for its guests. Patrons can also join the wine clubs and enjoy other special MJA events.
28.7 Miles
91% 11 votes
Boat Rentals 1400 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
A boating and fishing outfitter, Capitola Boat & Bait offers boat rentals, kayak rentals, and paddle board rentals. The shop also sells an array of fishing equipment, apparel, and paraphernalia.
28.7 Miles
60% 5 votes
Bay 161-177 Seacliff Dr E, Aptos, CA 95003 MoreLess Info
A scenic seaside park overlooking Monterey Bay, SeaCliff Mini Park offers wildlife viewing, birding, and beach activities. Visitors can also see the SS Palo Alto tanker, or fish or crab from the pier.
28.8 Miles
81% 736 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA MoreLess Info
There are lots of shops, restaurants and the Sea Lions at the end of the pier. Rent a boat or go on boat rides from Santa Cruz Wharf
28.8 Miles
69% 118 votes
Bowling 115 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 MoreLess Info
Broadwalk Bowl offers a four week learn to bowl program, bowling leagues, and open bowling. The facility also offers parties for all age groups, a bar, and karaoke or a live band five nights a week.
28.8 Miles
84% 338 votes
Beaches Capitola, CA MoreLess Info
At the Capitola City Beach, guests will have the opportunity to go swimming, surfing, and kite flying. Guests who are interested in playing volleyball or going shopping may also enjoy what this site has to offer.
28.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Food Tours 207 Esplinade, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
A walking tour, Capitola Food Tour covers an array of interesting sites and eateries. This includes historical landmarks along with stops at a sushi restaurant, tea room and seaside grille.
28.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Paddleboarding 1500 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Hosted at Capitola beach, Stand Up Paddle Capitola provides group and private lessons for stand up paddleboard activities. It also offers group tours of the surrounding Santa Cruz cove and Monterey Bay region.
28.9 Miles
96% 1836 votes
Walking Trails Santa Cruz, CA MoreLess Info
Located in Santa Cruz, California, West Cliff Drive is a popular hiking spot that offers beautiful views of the rocky beach and pounding surf below. Walking, biking and in-line skating are all permitted on West Cliff Drive.
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