Carmel By the Sea

Visiting the town of Carmel can be an exciting one-day getaway. Located in the Monterey County, Carmel by the Sea is known for its fairy tale homes and the white sands beach. The town is set in a European setting and has an English vibe to it. This one-square mile village starts off at Le Petit Pali on the Ocean Ave and can be a vibrant path for a stroll. If you are a coffee person, make some time to stop by the Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company, along the way.

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co.

This gourmet shop has been in town for over 25 years and is a reputed landmark coffee shop in Carmel. Coffee here is made with fine organic Arabica beans and drinks are handcrafted by expert baristas. Getting some hot chocolate is never a bad idea too!

Well, your sweet tooth might pull you into the “Cottage of Sweets”. This is a chocolaty store indeed. You will find all sorts of chocolate - white, milk and dark chocolate here. This store is usually very busy with many choco-thusiasts flocking in.

With Italian places out numbering the other cuisines, Carmel boasts of many fine dining restaurants and can be perfect for an evening dinner. ‘Little Napoli’ is totally a fun place. The ambience is great, and the restaurant serves some refreshing cocktails and mocktails.

Located in the heart of Carmel by the Sea is yet another restaurant draped in Italian elegance. A cozy and lit ambience is perfect for some yum for the tum! Stop by Porta Bella on the Ocean Ave between Lincoln and Monte Verde.

As you walk to the Carmel Beach, you will find many beautifully decorated homes on the way. Well, admiring these is totally okay!

Although there have been so many sunsets already, sunset at the beach is special in its own way. The Carmel beach is a happening white sands beach with cool views and a fresh ocean breeze. The tiny town of Carmel is never too small for a visit. The town is perfect for a weekend getaway and is surely a tourist attraction!