- 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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Designed by the famous golf architect, Alister MacKenzie, Pasatiempo Golf Club is a popular golf club with a very entertaining and equally challenging course. They also have a bar called Hollins House which offers some stunning views of the Monterey Bay.
32.3 Miles
Cowell's Beach is good for surfers and windsurfers. It may not be the cleanest beach in the area.
32.4 Miles
Big Sur Station is an information center which provides helpful tips to the visitors. The rangers are experienced, well-informed and friendly. They take your preferences into account when providing suggestions which are useful when exploring the scenic beauty of Big Sur.
32.4 Miles
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Mystery Spot
465 Mystery Spot Road off Branciforte Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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The Santa Cruz Mystery Spot is a unique attraction that seems to defy the laws of physics, including gravity and liquid motion. The Mystery Spot is open throughout the year and is a wonderful destination for all ages.
32.4 Miles
Visitors of the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park will be able to go hiking, jogging, and biking. Additionally, the site offers picnic areas, barbeque pits, and access to a trail camp site.
32.7 Miles
The Pietra Santa Winery is not only known for its delicious wines, it's also known for its incredible setting in a historical estate founded in the 1850s. Guests can take a tour of the winery and enjoy a relaxing tasting.
32.7 Miles
Featuring a redwood forest, Mount Madonna County Park is situated on 3,688 acres and offers nature trails for hiking and horse riding, an archery range, picnic areas and an amphitheater. There are also campsites and places for RV camping.
33.8 Miles
Located in California's beautiful San Benito County are the Cetani Vineyards. The vineyards offer wine tastings by appointment in their on site tasting room and feature varietals such as a merlot, cabernet and red blends.
34.4 Miles
Based in Santa Cruz, California, Roaring Camp Railroads offers a variety of railroad tours, exhibits and activities. It is famous for its magnificent Chanukah and Christmas displays. Tours during holiday season sell out quickly, and advance reservations are highly recommended.
34.6 Miles
Opened in 2010, ARC Airsoft is an airsoft park featuring a number of facilities and amenities for its players to enjoy. Tactical training, public game sessions, and field rentals are among the amenities available.