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The charming seaside village of Carmel-By-The-Sea was once a haven for artists, which is evidenced by the nearly 90 art galleries throughout the village You'll also find over 50 inns, 60 restaurants and hundreds of unique boutiques and shops.
Carmel Heritage preserves the heritage of Carmel and operates the Welcome center at the Murphy House on 6th & Lincoln.
Mission Carlos Borromeo del Rio Carmelo, casually known as the Carmel Mission, was built in 1770 by Father Serra and used as his headquarters until his death in 1784. Tour Robinson Jeffer's Tor House and Hawk Tower, home of this outstanding American poet.
Carmel Walks Enchanting walks through Carmel's Secret Pathways, Courtyards, Gardens & Fairytale Cottages.
A visit to Carmel would not be complete without tours of some of the areas exceptional art galleries.
Point Sur Lighthouse established in1889 is located at Point Sur State Historic Park. It is the only complete light station in California (all original buildings are still intact), and an ongoing restoration project is underway. Open weekends and Wednesdays. Perfect place to enjoy the outdoors of the California Coast, Point Lobos State Park offers great hiking trails, scenic beaches and coves, and spectacular views of Carmel Bay and the Big Sur Coast. Delightful Baroque music in comfortable Carmel is the setting for the Carmel Bach Festival held each year in July and August. Enjoy the Carmel Performing Arts Festival, a 3-week world-class extravaganza in Carmel.
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