Carmel Activities

Garland Ranch Regional Park

Several hikes of varying lengths. Most start within walking distance from our recommended hotels.

Folktale Winery & Vineyards

Wine tasting, brunch, and lunch are available. It's a 9-minute drive from most hotels. It's a gorgeous winery. Try to book a reservation if you can!

Wine Tasting (walking distance)

The Wine House - Several casual tasting rooms and restaurants are located here, so ping pong from one to the next and relax on their shared patio. https://www.thewinehousecv.com/ Pelio Estate - Sip wine amongst the olive trees in their stunning patio. https://www.pelioestatewines.com/tasting Holman Ranch Tasting Room - Sip the wine served at our wedding! This is Holman Ranch's tasting room, so it shouldn't be mistaken for the wedding's location! It's also the best option for delicious wine. https://www.holmanranch.com/tasting-room

Earthbound Farm Stand

It's a quiant organic produce and flower mart serving coffee, breakfast, and lunch. Great spot to check out for a few minutes or grab a bite! It's a 13-minute drive from most hotels.

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Other things to do in the surrounding area

Carmel-by-the-Sea is a 20-minute drive away. It has a charming downtown known for its art galleries and beautiful northern California-style beach. 17-Mile Drive is a 25-minute drive away. It's a scenic driving route or a long walk on the beach that follows the coastline along a beautiful golf course. It ends with a stately country club, the perfect spot to eat and take in the ocean views. Monterey is a 30-minute drive away and is known for the Monterey Bay Aquarium and its active waterfront with shops, harbor seals, and lots to see. There is also Big Sur with its stunning and rugged coastline, but it's about an hour away.