Things to Do with Kids in Carmel, CA

  • TripBuzz found 132 things to do with kids in or near Carmel, California, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monterey, Salinas, Pacific Grove and Seaside.
  • From Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach to Carmel Beach City Park, the Carmel area offers 75 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Scenic Drives, Hiking Trails and Theaters.
  • Carmel technically is named Carmel-by-the-Sea due to its position on the Monterey Peninsula which provides a number of sandy beaches on the Pacific coast. The small seaside town is a popular getaway for those wanting to escape the bustling metropolis of San Francisco that is 120 miles north. Early founders of the town were also strongly dedicated to the arts, resulting in a lively arts and performance culture.
  • TripBuzz found 132 things to do with kids in or near Carmel, California, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monterey, Salinas, Pacific Grove and Seaside.
  • From Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach to Carmel Beach City Park, the Carmel area offers 75 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Scenic Drives, Hiking Trails and Theaters.
  • Carmel technically is named Carmel-by-the-Sea due to its position on the Monterey Peninsula which provides a number of sandy beaches on the Pacific coast. The small seaside town is a popular getaway for those wanting to escape the bustling metropolis of San Francisco that is 120 miles north. Early founders of the town were also strongly dedicated to the arts, resulting in a lively arts and performance culture.
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American wagyu beef burgers, veggie burgers, and turkey burgers with toppings such as smoked bacon or crispy onions
0.4 Miles
99% 251 votes
Scenic Drives Scenic Road, Carmel, CA MoreLess Info
Scenic Road Walkway is a collection of paths along the coast. Good repeat value, as you can take a different route each time.
0.3 Miles
96% 49 votes
Cultural Centers San Carlos Street and Ninth Avenue, Carmel, CA MoreLess Info
The Sunset Cultural Center is considered to be the premier arts facility for the Monterey Peninsula. Musical concerts are frequently held as are ballet performances, theatrical plays, and musical theater shows.
2.6 Miles
88% 7536 votes
Scenic Drives Seventeen Mile Drive, Carmel, CA MoreLess Info
The Seventeen Mile Drive is a scenic auto route that passes through Pebble Beach. It affords views of the water and coastline so breathtaking that both tourists and locals make it a point to drive on it as often as possible.
6.8 Miles
98% 42 votes
Hiking Trails Hwy 1, Carmel, CA 93923 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of 2,939-acres, Garrapata State Park provides a large variety of scenic natural views for visitors to take in. The picturesque trails, vegetation, and views of the Pacific Ocean are enjoyed by hikers, joggers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
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.
0.3 Miles
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Theaters Casanova St., between 8th & 9th Avenues, Carmel, CA 93921 MoreLess Info
The Circle Theater of the Golden Bough was recently renovated and now has 300 seats in its modern theater. The company presents local plays.
3.3 Miles
86% 22 votes
Historic Sites 525 Polk Street, Monterey, CA 93940 MoreLess Info
Part of a collection of historic buildings, the Cooper-Molera Adobe offers you the opportunity to explore and learn about the Cooper family who lived there. The museum store also sells replicas of old-fashioned items.
3.3 Miles
96% 194 votes
Beaches Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Garrapata beach is a quiet beach on the coast of Monterey. Dogs are welcome.
3.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Walking Trails Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Partington Point is a cape in Monterey County, California.It's a dirt road that leads westward to an obvious fork. The right fork leads to a tiny rock-strewn beach at Partington Creek's mouth.
3.3 Miles
100% 12 votes
Historic Homes Monterey State Historic Park, Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Part of a collection of historic buildings, Stevenson House is where Robert Louis Stevenson penned some of his most famous works. Here you can view a collection of memorabilia dedicated to his life.
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