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Carmel by the Sea, California! Let's see one of the prettiest parts of the west coast!
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items 25 things inspired by Carmel by the Sea, California! This is one of the prettiest parts of California. If you've never been, it is assuredly worth the time to get there. Very dog friendly, very beautiful. The whole area is an artist's dream.
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Rest Here, Eat Here, Shop Here!
Flowers and Foliage
The gorgeous plants that you will see! Everything seems to grow very well in Carmel! The constant sea breeze and humidity make for ideal growing conditions.
Giant Sequoia. Look around. Gorgeous huge trees are all over the area. You can even plant one if you live in the right climate!
Giant Sequoia | Tree Seed Grow Kit | The Jonsteen Company
You will see moss roses EVERYWHERE. Tumbling out of hanging baskets. Ground cover. Window boxes. They're so pretty that the variety of colors goes with every house design and color scheme.
Moss Rose Plants
Containers filled with succulent plants are all over the place. They're easy to care for and look great.
Succulent Plants in Indoor Plants(1000+)
Wild Sage Plants live in a lot of window boxes and windowsills. They look great, and if someone cooks, this is a great plant to have around.
Sage Plants in Herb Plants(5)
Mint plants are everywhere. Some are even in planters in front of shops, where they make a nice smelling storefront.
Mint Plants in Herb Plants(15)
Car stuff
Major Car Shows and Auctions happens here and in the area once a year. People come from all over the world to enjoy seeing, buying and selling some rare car metal.
Monterey Car Show is always the best way to see you lose and personal some of the most elite cars in the world.
Monterey Car Week 2025 | See Monterey County, CA
If you're there for Concours D' Elegance, you will see some of the most expensive and exclusive cars in the world. Bring home some artwork from your visit!
Concours D Elegance, an elegant display of wealth
Bright, beautiful vintage inspired posters of Carmel by the Sea remind you of your special time there.
Carmel-by-the-Sea Poster
Rest Here, Eat Here, Shop Here!
The Comfort Inn in Carmel is pretty comfortable. Just a little walk to the shops and the restaurants.
Top 10 Hotels in Carmel, CA
Know before you book that homes in Carmel by the Sea don't have house numbers. Everyone collects their mail at the post office. So get great directions to the house before you get there.
Carmel Vacation Rentals, California: house rentals & more
It is always cool in Carmel. At night it can be downright cold. Prepare and have some warm layers ready!
Carmel Sweatshirt
Wanna take a jog in the fog with your music playing? These hoodies will help eliminate road noise.
Carmel Hoodie
You have to go see the sock shop! It is really cool and they have a great selection, too!
Sockshop Carmel ~ Carmel-by-the-Sea Shopping
Go see the Lone Cypress! Just down the road from Carmel, it is gorgeous. When I saw it the first time, I was moved.
Lone Cypress Overlook Trail, California - 22 Reviews, Map
Get a pretzel at the bakery. Get the fresh squeezed orange juice at the same place. You'll thank me.
THE BEST 10 Pretzels near CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, CA
Get to the Cottage of Sweets and buy all the stuff that looks good. Take pictures. Get the yummy stuff. Some of it, you literally won't see anywhere else in the US.
About | Cottage of Sweets | United States
Pilgrim's Way Bookstore and secret Garden is one of the nicest shops in the United States. Plants. Books.. metaphysical stuff. Gift cards that are very unique and beautiful. I have a Namaste Santa card I got from there that I liked so well I framed i...
Pilgrims Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden
Have a cup of cocoa, tea, or coffee in one of these mugs that reminds you of Carmel. They're durable and memorable.
Carmel Mug
Carmel by the Sea is home to a lot of Sea Otters that occasionally like to come up on the beach and hang out. I have had the pleasure of photographing them and seeing my photos on the front page of the Carmel newspaper. If you want to see them all th...
Sea Otters
You HAVE to read the Pine Cone when you're in town! How else will you know what's going on, and when there are new restaurants opening up? Plus, it's full of small town politics and gossip!
The Carmel Pine Cone
If you're in good shape, a bike to see all of Carmel by the Sea can be super fun. Rent an electric one to help get up and down those sneaky hills, though!
Carmel E-Bike Rentals | Best Bike Tours & Rentals Monterey California
Cozy pajamas and nightgowns with ruffles make you feel extra comfortable and special. The shop is absolutely beautiful, too!
Ruffle Me To Sleep: Robes and Sleepwear
Carmel by the Sea artwork! Going through all my photos, I couldn't decide what I wanted and what to delete. So. I printed off a ton and used them as postcards. Now I have prints and I LOVE them.
Carmel Painting
Canvas Tote, perfect for the beach, vintage design. It's so cute!
Carmel Bag
Your dog will LOVE the Carmel Dog Shop. I never knew some of this stuff existed. Treats for the pooch, cool collars and leashes, adorable snacks that look like people, there is so much to see. Obviously, dog friendly!
Welcome to Carmel Dog Shop
Please. Go visit Carmel Mission. Even if you're not Catholic. It's beautiful. It is a Spanish Mission. You'll never forget it.
Carmel Mission | Carmel Mission
If you're coming to visit Carmel by the Sea, and don't want to park on the street, there is a public parking lot, which is easier than feeding the meter all day long.
Carmel public Parking Lot