- The list below includes 112 free or cheap things to do in or near Big Sur, California, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Hiking Trails, Beaches and Camping Site.
- From Big Sur Tours & More to Point Sur State Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Big Sur and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Monterey, Seaside and Pacific Grove.
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Located right off Highway 1, Monastery Beach is a popular scenic attraction. Shaped like a half-moon, it is a great place for a day long picnic but visitors are advised to stay out of the water. The sand here is coarser as compared to other beaches.
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Rieser Fine Art is an art gallery located in Carmel, California. They host both early California art as well as contemporary art and they have an up to date inventory online you can check out.
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Hansen Gallery is an art gallery that displays the work of a small number of artists from the whole country. They showcase also experimental work and new piece of artwork of young artists.
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Red Lion Tavern is a rustic tavern serving authentic German food. Their baked pretzels are not to be missed.
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Ocean Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921
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California's Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach is the perfect destination for sunbathing, swimming, collecting shells, flying kites, boogie boarding, kayaking and snorkeling. The beach is also a frequent stopping spot for pelicans and other aquatic birds.
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Carmel Beach City Park is a one mile stretch of white sand beach that is a popular destination for sunbathers, dog-walkers, and general beachgoers. The beach offers beautiful sunset views.
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Linde Fine Art Gallery at Carmel showcases modern abstract artworks by a variety of artists. Linde B. Martin, the curator, is an award-winning artist herself and personally selects the paintings to place in her gallery. Some artworks are also available for purchase.
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For vintage jewelry, Silver Feather Trading Company is worth a stop. They offer high quality new and vintage jewelry.
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Jones & Terwilliger Galleries is one of two galleries in the area run by this group. They feature works from local artists.
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Trotter Galleries is a collection of art galleries in Carmel. Studios feature local painters and photographers.