A visitor's guide written by locals. Insider tips on the best restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Carmel, California.
How do Sponge Bob Square Pants and Disney’s Sleeping Beauty fit into Carmel’s fine art scene? Visit Todd White and Eyvind Earle’s elegantly animated galleries to see for yourself, and check out these 7 fun facts and tips for infusing your artistic exploration with even more fun.
Todd White
Galerie Rue Royale
Ocean Avenue
cross street: Lincoln & Dolores
Carmel-by-the-sea, CA... 
Are travel itineraries and obligations stressing you out? Carmel’s spiritual sanctuaries, centers and gardens will bring you back to your happy place. Get started with these great spots, which run the gamut from alternative to secular, or set aside a schedule-free afternoon and find your own little oases.
The Secret Garden and Pilgrim’s Way Bookstore
The Secret's Out, Get Your Zen... 
Don’t be fooled by the sassy signage and colorful piles of rough-hewn soaps — Lush is seriously committed to high-quality, environmentally friendly products, and have the devoted legion of fans to prove it.
Back in Lush’s birthplace, The U.K, their package-free Soaps, Solid Shampoos, and uniquely fragranced Bath Bombs are constantly improved upon and innovated, but not without first... 
Carmel Plaza is packed with swanky shops, cafes, an outstanding cheese shop, and an award winning restaurant. You might say it’s unmissable, except that time after time, Peninsula residents and visitors manage to speed right by its discreet, slightly obscured location. It’s perched off to the left atop downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea, at the juncture of Ocean Avenue and Mission. This... 
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