One of our favorite bakeries! They have amazing pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Roughly a 6-minute drive from downtown Carmel.

The oldest business in the area, established in 1899. Right in the heart of downtown Carmel!

A European bistro with amazing pizza! In downtown Carmel.

A great spot for lunch or dinner overlooking the Big Sur coast! It is further south than Carmel, roughly a 50-minute drive, but definitely recommended if you choose to venture down into Big Sur.

British style sweet shop on the main street in downtown Carmel!

This beach is within walking distance of downtown. It has a nice walking path alongside it, and you'll be sure to see some pups playing in the waves!

A beautiful nature preserve located around 8 minutes away from Carmel. A great spot to walk and experience nature while being close to the city.

An iconic Big Sur landmark! About an hour's drive down south.

Walking trail leading to the stunning view of the waterfall on the beach. Near Pfeiffer Beach and about a 15-minute drive from Nepenthe!

Has been ranked the number one public aquarium multiple times! Features penguins, otters, sea turtles, a giant pacific octopus, and many, many fish. Located in Monterey, roughly a 20-minute drive from Carmel.

Downtown Carmel has many beautiful art galleries you can peruse while shopping.

Serves local wines and California-inspired dishes. Live music every Friday and Sunday.