A Carmel Weekend With Kids
People tend to associate Carmel with chic boutiques and galleries, not with toy stores and toddlers, but Carmel can be the perfect place to take the kids for the weekend if you just know where to go.
Located a mere 4 miles down Carmel Valley Road, Earthbound Farm stand is a true hidden gem and the perfect place to stock up on delicious and healthy snacks for the weekend. Grab great organic kid-ready treats like apple slices, oatmeal cookies, peeled baby carrots and fresh-squeezed juices. Kids will love the homemade ice cream an... More >
Located a mere 4 miles down Carmel Valley Road, Earthbound Farm stand is a true hidden gem and the perfect place to stock up on delicious and healthy snacks for the weekend. Grab great organic kid-ready treats like apple slices, oatmeal cookies, peeled baby carrots and fresh-squeezed juices. Kids will love the homemade ice cream and the special childrens garden filled with butterflies and kid-friendly fauna.
Located just south of Carmel, this beautiful state park has trails suited for every level of hiker, from flat, meandering coastal trails to steep hillside with stunning views. Youre sure to see a rich abundance of wildlife in your trip, from playful seals and otters to shy deer and curious ground squirrels. The tide pools at Weston bea... More >
Located just south of Carmel, this beautiful state park has trails suited for every level of hiker, from flat, meandering coastal trails to steep hillside with stunning views. Youre sure to see a rich abundance of wildlife in your trip, from playful seals and otters to shy deer and curious ground squirrels. The tide pools at Weston beach are brimming with strange sea life, and China Cove offers calm waters to splash in.
Kids will love the homemade ice cream and the special childrens garden filled with butterflies and kid-friendly fauna.
Leave your socks and shoes in the car you won't need them! The soft sand that tickles your toes is also perfect for building sand castles, and on windy days the sky is filled with colorful kites. Carmel is a very pet-friendly beach, so you can even bring the pooch along for a family day at the beach.
It is possible to combine a luxurious getaway and a family vacation.
The Mission Ranch combines the charm and amenities of a bed and breakfast inn with sensibilities of a four star hotel. With several unique accommodations to choose from, you can tailor your reservation to the room that will suit your family best. The Mission Ranch Re... More >
It is possible to combine a luxurious getaway and a family vacation.
The Mission Ranch combines the charm and amenities of a bed and breakfast inn with sensibilities of a four star hotel. With several unique accommodations to choose from, you can tailor your reservation to the room that will suit your family best. The Mission Ranch Restaurant not only offers great food, but amazing sunset views past the sheep paddock and down to the sparkling Pacific Ocean.
Located in downtown Carmel, Thinker Toys offers educational toys that both kids and parents will love. Youll find great games and puzzles, art supplies and science experiments to enjoy as a family. Buy a kite and take it for a spin down on Carmel Beach! Best of all is the large-scale miniature mechanized Ferris Wheel in the shop wi... More >
Located in downtown Carmel, Thinker Toys offers educational toys that both kids and parents will love. Youll find great games and puzzles, art supplies and science experiments to enjoy as a family. Buy a kite and take it for a spin down on Carmel Beach! Best of all is the large-scale miniature mechanized Ferris Wheel in the shop window that will mesmerize toddlers.
| Buy a kite and take it for a spin down on Carmel Beach! |
This classic Carmel sweet shop is housed in a storybook cottage and filled with treats from by-gone eras and far away places. Parents can purchase the same types of candies they once saved their allowance for, and kids can discover Swedish gummies, Italian hard candies, and Swiss chocolates. Be sure to sample some of the handmade fudge!
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This classic Carmel sweet shop is housed in a storybook cottage and filled with treats from by-gone eras and far away places. Parents can purchase the same types of candies they once saved their allowance for, and kids can discover Swedish gummies, Italian hard candies, and Swiss chocolates. Be sure to sample some of the handmade fudge!
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