Trudy’s guidebook
Food scene
Quintessential Carmel eatery - full of charm and great food.
59 locals recommend
La Bicyclette Restaurant
7th AvenueQuintessential Carmel eatery - full of charm and great food.
Beautiful historic building with outdoor garden seating.
Great place for coffee, soup, salad, unique bakery items.
10 locals recommend
Alta Bakery and Cafe
502 Munras AveBeautiful historic building with outdoor garden seating.
Great place for coffee, soup, salad, unique bakery items.
Charming rustic Carmel Valley icon with beautiful outdoor garden seating and great wine.
54 locals recommend
Corkscrew Cafe
55 W Carmel Valley RdCharming rustic Carmel Valley icon with beautiful outdoor garden seating and great wine.
Hikes
Considered the greatest meeting of land and sea in the world.
Great place to go hiking and explore coastal trails.
309 locals recommend
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1Considered the greatest meeting of land and sea in the world.
Great place to go hiking and explore coastal trails.
Hike up to Inspiration Point for incredible views of Carmel Bay, Carmel and Pebble Beach.
9 locals recommend
Palo Corona Regional Park
California 1Hike up to Inspiration Point for incredible views of Carmel Bay, Carmel and Pebble Beach.
Beautiful ocean views along the coast and in the mountains of Big Sur.
45 locals recommend
Garrapata State Park
34500 CA-1Beautiful ocean views along the coast and in the mountains of Big Sur.
Variety of coastal hiking trails, both flat and easy or hilly and strenuous choices.
A Big Sur treasure.
40 locals recommend
Andrew Molera State Park
45500 CA-1Variety of coastal hiking trails, both flat and easy or hilly and strenuous choices.
A Big Sur treasure.
Wineries
Great outdoor winery vibe perfect for relaxing in Carmel Valley.
32 locals recommend
Folktale Winery & Vineyards
8940 Carmel Valley RdGreat outdoor winery vibe perfect for relaxing in Carmel Valley.
Joyce Wine Company
1 E Carmel Valley RdFun outdoor area to enjoy fine wine.