Carmel Valley Things to Do

This festival brings the past of the Monterey Peninsula to life. Re-enactors portray events in the area's history, from the first settlers through independence and statehood. In keeping with the event's date falling so close to... more

Here is an intelligent solution to the dilemma of how to wine-taste while navigating curvy mountain road: just make one stop. Make it in downtown Monterey, where there is nary a deer in sight. Spend the whole day. At this place... more

If there is a pre-eminent golfing event on the Monterey Peninsula, this might be the one. Golfing's finest players team up with celebrities from Hollywood and beyond for a tournament where the scenery is breathtaking and the go... more

This gallery showcases the hardwood furnishings of a true legend in the Carmel area. The artist's extensive portfolio includes cabinets, desks, tables and a wide variety of other furnishings. Known for quality work, he uses onl... more

Here you will find watercolors and oil paintings by a number of contemporary European artists, from Nora Buzek to Anatoli Belokoni to Jacobus Bass to Hugo Helder. There is a wide variety of material here. If your preference is... more

With nearly four decades of experience and an inventory of more than 700 hundred pieces, this renowned gallery consistently attracts some of the most discriminating collectors from around the globe. The inventory here is unbeat... more

With all the vintage auto memorabilia hanging on the walls of this place, you will think you are back on a racetrack in 1910. Dine on the heated patio, which has a great view of the valley, or have an indoor feast. The place so... more

This winery's Monterey Zinfandel and Chardonnay have both won several silver and bronze medals in recent competitions. The family-owned operation has been in existence since 1925, and the tasting room in Cannery Row attracts ma... more

 Real Travelers who've been here

Ethereal Wanderer said

… for me. Around 8pm, we moved to The Brit (The Britannia Arms Pub) down the road. One thing I like about… continue reading »

This British-style pub is small enough for an intimate date and large enough to provide a great time over a few drinks with a group of friends old or new. The truly British decor of the place gives it an authentic feel. The res... more