Places to Go, People to See
Driving
Carmel is arguably one of the most beautiful places along the coast. We also highly recommend driving old 17 mile drive, or to Big Sur for fun once you get here. Insert your address here to find the best route:
Flying
Closest Airports:
Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) - 15 minute drive
San Jose International Airport (SJC) - 1 hr (probably the best most affordable option)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO): 2 hr Drive
Hiking
The California coast from Monterey to Big Sur offers some of the most beautiful hikes in the world. You can make the scenic drive to Big Sur or you can walk the beach trail and start in downtown carmel!
Wine Tasting
There are many fun wineries in Carmel Valley. We highly recommend visiting them for lunch, tasting, or some of them even have live music at night! Here are a few recommendations:
Folktale Winery
Bernardus
Holman Ranch
Joullian Vineyards
Golfing
Pebble Beach and Carmel are well known for golfing. Although I do not know much about it, my father, the legend, Dan Costa sure does. We highly recommend taking advantage of the beautiful courses. Some recommended from Dan Costa himself are:
Pebble Beach Golf Links
The Links at Spanish Bay
Spyglass Hill Golf Course
Del Monte Golf Course
Black Horse Golf Course
Bayonet Golf Course
Pacific Grove