Best Carmel By The Sea Day Trips & Things to Do

This California city on the Monterey Peninsula has a mile of white sand beaches, acres of lush forests and picture-perfect European architecture. Carmel-by-the-Sea was settled in 1902 and has been home to many talented artists including actor Clint Eastwood, author Beverly Cleary, actress and singer Doris Day, actress Phyllis Diller, actress Joan Fontaine, author James Ellroy, artist Esther Rose and novelist Jack London. It also has a vibrant arts scene and is a very dog-friendly destination.