Guidebook for Pebble Beach and Carmel
Sightseeing
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Walking and biking distance from us... The coastal portion of 17 mile drive is the most beautiful drive in the world! The #1 most photographed tree- the Lone Cypress, is perched on a rugged cliff above the ocean off of this scenic route. Note: Early mornings are typically less crowded with tourists.
39 locals recommend
17 Mile Dr
17 Mile DriveWalking and biking distance from us... The coastal portion of 17 mile drive is the most beautiful drive in the world! The #1 most photographed tree- the Lone Cypress, is perched on a rugged cliff above the ocean off of this scenic route. Note: Early mornings are typically less crowded with tourists.
Carmel Mission
3080 Rio RdBeautiful historic mission!
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1The most beautiful park in California
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowThe best aquarium in the US
Carmel Beach
One of the most beautiful beaches in California, also pet friendly
Big Sur
45 min South
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
84 Fishermans WharfMonterey Bay Kayaks - Elkhorn Slough
2390 CA-1Ventana Big Sur
48123 CA-1Popular hotel, spa and dining option in Big Sur
Cottage of Sweets
Ocean AvenueCandy shop
Tuck Box
One of the oldest Comstock properties in Carmel
Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation
26304 Ocean View AveButterfly House
Lone Cypress
The Crocker Cypress Grove
Fanshell Beach
Drinks & Nightlife
Best rooftop bar/ patio in Carmel... Great for wine and appetizers around fire pits
68 locals recommend
Vesuvio Restaurant
Junipero StreetBest rooftop bar/ patio in Carmel... Great for wine and appetizers around fire pits
Historic bar and restaurant at Pebble Beach Lodge and Country Club.... Even if yo don't want to spend big bucks to eat here, it's a must stop for a pint! Plus, it's a 20-30 minute beautiful walk if you don't feel up to driving.
8 locals recommend
The Tap Room
233 University AveHistoric bar and restaurant at Pebble Beach Lodge and Country Club.... Even if yo don't want to spend big bucks to eat here, it's a must stop for a pint! Plus, it's a 20-30 minute beautiful walk if you don't feel up to driving.
Beautiful French chateau inspired property with live music and dancing on the outdoor patio.
32 locals recommend
Folktale Winery & Vineyards
8940 Carmel Valley RdBeautiful French chateau inspired property with live music and dancing on the outdoor patio.
Yeast of Eden
Best brewery in Monterey County and great food!
Great food, great cocktails and late night live music. This is one of the oldest bars in Carmel and one of the few places open after 10pm.
Barmel Supper Club
Great food, great cocktails and late night live music. This is one of the oldest bars in Carmel and one of the few places open after 10pm.
Brophy's Tavern
4th AvenueSmall and quaint sports pub
Small and quaint with great bar and seafood, small menu.
17 locals recommend
A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar
San Carlos StreetSmall and quaint with great bar and seafood, small menu.
Food Scene
Popular breakfast spot in Carmel... Be prepared to wait for a table during peak hours...
27 locals recommend
Katy's Place
Mission StreetPopular breakfast spot in Carmel... Be prepared to wait for a table during peak hours...
Forge in the Forest
5th AvenueDog friendly restaurant
Great outdoor dining and views of the famous Carmel sheep :)
59 locals recommend
Mission Ranch Restaurant
26270 Dolores StGreat outdoor dining and views of the famous Carmel sheep :)
Probably the most popular restaurant for tourists in town. Good food, generous wine pour, great service and the chef and staff usually come out each night several times to sing and play music for the patrons. Greek-Italian. Reservations highly recommended or be prepared to wait for a table during peak times.
67 locals recommend
Dametra Cafe
Lincoln StreetProbably the most popular restaurant for tourists in town. Good food, generous wine pour, great service and the chef and staff usually come out each night several times to sing and play music for the patrons. Greek-Italian. Reservations highly recommended or be prepared to wait for a table during peak times.
La Bicyclette Restaurant
7th AvenueRomantic decor, great pizza!
Gorgeous landmark property co-owned by the legendary Doris Day, Carmel's original pet friendly boutique hotel, restaurant and bar with a fabulous outdoor patio for dining or cocktails. We especially love brunch here, and they typically have really good live music as well.
14 locals recommend
Cypress Inn
Gorgeous landmark property co-owned by the legendary Doris Day, Carmel's original pet friendly boutique hotel, restaurant and bar with a fabulous outdoor patio for dining or cocktails. We especially love brunch here, and they typically have really good live music as well.
Grasings
6th AvenueUpscale seafood restaurant with very charming, romantic decor.
Casanova
5th AvenueVery charming and romantic pet friendly restaurant.
Stop here for lunch if you rent e-bikes from Mad Dogs. You can dine waterfront on the famous 18th hole.
36 locals recommend
The Bench
1700 17 Mile DrStop here for lunch if you rent e-bikes from Mad Dogs. You can dine waterfront on the famous 18th hole.
El bistro by the sea
New breakfast/brunch spot in Carmel
Mission Bistro
Very nice owner and great food.
Carmel Belle
Ocean AvenueGreta coffee and breakfast as well as soups and sandwiches
Best Chinese for over 30 years- family owned and operated. Not a fancy restaurant but amazing food at great prices.
21 locals recommend
Tommy's Wok
Best Chinese for over 30 years- family owned and operated. Not a fancy restaurant but amazing food at great prices.
Foray
Upscale dining
Stationæry
San Carlos StreetPopular with the locals- breakfast, lunch, dinner
Toro Sushi
Popular sushi place
Seafood restaurant with award winning lobster and artichoke bisque. Larger menu. Food is good, not amazing.
Flaherty's Seafood Grill and Oyster Bar
San Carlos StreetSeafood restaurant with award winning lobster and artichoke bisque. Larger menu. Food is good, not amazing.
A pet friendly restaurant in Doris Day’s famous Cypress Inn Hotel. Pet owners- this is a must stop when in Carmel. Be sure to check out Yappy Hour Thursday- Sunday from 6-9 in the lounge. Pet friendly live music and cocktails.
Terry's Lounge
7th AvenueA pet friendly restaurant in Doris Day’s famous Cypress Inn Hotel. Pet owners- this is a must stop when in Carmel. Be sure to check out Yappy Hour Thursday- Sunday from 6-9 in the lounge. Pet friendly live music and cocktails.
Dametra Cafe
Lincoln StreetPopular Greek/Mediterranean with visitors- live music during dinner.
Rise + Roam
7th AvenueBakery
Chez Noir
Michelin Star Upscale
Anton & Michel Restaurant
7th AvenueNice restaurant
We have never eaten here but it seems popular with many visitors
16 locals recommend
Flying Fish Grill
7th AvenueWe have never eaten here but it seems popular with many visitors
Carmel Bakery
Ocean AvenueCoffee and pastries
Hay’s Place
Pebble Beach dining with great views and Mexican, close to our home!
Food and drinks in Pebble Beach overlooking the gold course, see bagpipe player nightly.
8 locals recommend
STICKS
2700 17 Mile DriveFood and drinks in Pebble Beach overlooking the gold course, see bagpipe player nightly.
Pèppoli at Pebble Beach
2700 17 Mile DrUpscale Italian in Pebble Beach
Seventh & Dolores
Dolores StreetUpscale steakhouse and cocktail bar
Little Napoli
Dolores StreetItalian- same menu as Vesuvio
Baja Cantina & Grill
7166 Carmel Valley RdEntertainment & Activities
A Scottish guy in a kilt plays bagpipes each night on the beach as the sun goes down.... Several nice restaurants and bars on site as well...and frequently they have great live music!
35 locals recommend
The Inn at Spanish Bay
2700 17 Mile DrA Scottish guy in a kilt plays bagpipes each night on the beach as the sun goes down.... Several nice restaurants and bars on site as well...and frequently they have great live music!
Pebble Beach Golf Links
1700 17 Mile DrSpyglass Hill Golf Course
3206 Stevenson DrPoppy Hills Golf Course
3200 Lopez RdThe Inn at Spanish Bay
2700 17 Mile DrParks & Nature
10 minute drive from us... You can park on the street and walk in or drive in for a fee... Great hiking trails, some of the most beautiful vistas in the world... You can get up close and personal with seals and other wildlife.... This is a must see while you are here!
309 locals recommend
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-110 minute drive from us... You can park on the street and walk in or drive in for a fee... Great hiking trails, some of the most beautiful vistas in the world... You can get up close and personal with seals and other wildlife.... This is a must see while you are here!
The 25 mile drive from Carmel to Big Sur is one of the most beautiful drives in the world.... Big Sur has amazing hiking and camping sites that people come from all over the world to enjoy...
332 locals recommend
Big Sur
The 25 mile drive from Carmel to Big Sur is one of the most beautiful drives in the world.... Big Sur has amazing hiking and camping sites that people come from all over the world to enjoy...
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowAmazing aquarium!
Pet friendly beach with powder white sand and amazing sunsets... One of the most beautiful beaches in the world!
142 locals recommend
Carmel City Beach
Pet friendly beach with powder white sand and amazing sunsets... One of the most beautiful beaches in the world!
Best way to enjoy this is by e-bike. Save 20 percent on daily rentals at Mad Dogs & Englishmen. They are pet friendly too.
17 Mile Drive Tour
Best way to enjoy this is by e-bike. Save 20 percent on daily rentals at Mad Dogs & Englishmen. They are pet friendly too.
Arts & Culture
Sunset Center
San Carlos StreetGreat venue for music and performances in the heart of Carmel
Essentials
Safeway
815 Canyon Del Rey BlvdThis is our favorite grocery store in the area.
Trader Joe's
1170 Forest AveGrocery store
Whole Foods Market
800 Del Monte CenterConvenient little grocery store in Carmel, but be prepared to pay higher prices compared to the local chain grocery stores in the area.
9 locals recommend
Nielsen Brothers Market
San Carlos StreetConvenient little grocery store in Carmel, but be prepared to pay higher prices compared to the local chain grocery stores in the area.
The Home Depot
Fire wood
Bruno's Market & Deli
Junipero Street