Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carmel, CA

  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Carmel, California, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Scenic Drives and Bars.
  • From Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach to Carmel Beach City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carmel and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monterey, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Big Sur.
  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Carmel, California, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Scenic Drives and Bars.
  • From Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach to Carmel Beach City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carmel and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monterey, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Big Sur.
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American wagyu beef burgers, veggie burgers, and turkey burgers with toppings such as smoked bacon or crispy onions
0.5 Miles
100% 8 votes
Art Gallery San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA 93923 MoreLess Info
Jones & Terwilliger Galleries is one of two galleries in the area run by this group. They feature works from local artists.
0.1 Miles
100% 8 votes
Art Gallery At the corner of Seventh Avenue and San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA MoreLess Info
A block from Ocean Avenue, the Nancy Dodds gallery hosts the works of many of Northern California's plein air artists. An interesting stop among the shops and galleries of the area.
2.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Specialty Shops the Doud Arcade, Carmel, CA MoreLess Info
The Carmel Hat Company houses an impressive collection of hats which are unique, stylish and highly affordable. Being in business for many years, the shop offers a variety of hats ranging from vintage designs and hand knit caps to more recent styles.
1.3 Miles
80% 15 votes
Specialty Museums 3618 The Barnyard, Carmel, CA 93923 MoreLess Info
Smallsea: A Metropolis in Miniature is a dollhouse collection of Diane and Howard Birnberg who built the structures and collected all miniatures and dolls. Artists and dealers from all over the world have helped in making this miniature city come to life.
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100% 1 votes
Art Gallery San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA 93921 MoreLess Info
Trotter Galleries is a collection of art galleries in Carmel. Studios feature local painters and photographers.
1.5 Miles
78% 9 votes
Malls 211 The Crossroads, Carmel, CA 93923 MoreLess Info
Crossroads Shopping village is more than just a shopping center– it has restaurants, an animal hospital, and coffee houses as well. A major consumer outlet in Carmel.
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100% 1 votes
Art Gallery Ocean Avenue and Mission Street, Carmel, CA 93921 MoreLess Info
Mark Reuben gallery features over 3000 historic photos. Major topics are sporting and historical events.
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100% 1 votes
Bars Dolores & 5th, Carmel, CA 93921 MoreLess Info
Red Lion Tavern is a rustic tavern serving authentic German food. Their baked pretzels are not to be missed.
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- 2 votes
Art Gallery Dolores Street, Carmel, CA MoreLess Info
For vintage jewelry, Silver Feather Trading Company is worth a stop. They offer high quality new and vintage jewelry.
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Art Gallery Ocean Avenue, Carmel, CA MoreLess Info
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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