Things To Do

-Carmel Village wine tasting (Jen's favorite is Cowgirl Winery)
-Coastal drive to Big Sur on Highway 1
-Lunch at Nepenthe for stunning views
-Lunch at Lucia Lodge for more stunning views
-Glen Oaks for upscale cabins in Big Sur among the redwoods
-Drinks at chic and relaxing Bernardus Lodge
-Upscale brunch or breakfast at the Hyatt Highlands, Carmel-by-the-Sea. This hotel is worth a visit just to take in the views from the lobby.
-Pfeiffer Beach for gorgeous purple sand beach and Pfeiffer Beach trail
-Garrapata trails and the Valley of the Lillies (You will likely see this at our wedding ceremony or at rehearsal)
-Folktale winery for dinner or wine tasting
-Point Lobos State Natural reserve
-Big Sur Bakery and Roadhouse Inn for lunch in Big Sur
-Carmel Village for quaint shops and restaurants
-Big Sur glamping at Treebones resort (Yurts overlooking the Big Sur coast!)
-Night hot springs at Esalen Instiute. Unforgettable. Highly recommended!