Jaime & Justin
Things To Do
Ocean Avenue
This is the center of town and has lots of cute shops, galleries, an old fashioned candy shoppe, and lots of great places to grab a quite bite (personal favorites of ours are Dametra Cafe and Katy's Place). As you shop, check out some of the dozens of wine tasting rooms within feet of each other. The parents of the bride love Scheid Vineyards, plus Jaime and Justin love Carmel Road, Wrath, and Dawn's Dream Winery. Just make sure you make the shuttle at 2:15 :)
The Cheese Shop
No purchase necessary, try cheese to your heart's content. This is a regular stop for us, and you can even swing by right before the shuttle picks you up in downtown Carmel.
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
A beautiful and short coastal hike not far from downtown Carmel By the Sea.
Carmel Beach
This was the first place we went to celebrate our engagement! We will be spending time here on the Sunday after the wedding (arriving at 11 am) to catch up with loved ones. Look for the yellow parasol with our names on it!
17 Mile Drive
A great item to check off your bucket list if you've never been to the central coast!
McWay Falls
If you're hoping to live out your "Big Little Lies" fantasy, this is the spot! This day trip may be too risky to do on the day of the wedding, but if you're looking to extend your trip we are not that far from world famous Bigsby Bridge into Big Sur!
Monterey Bay Aquarium
This is one of our all time favorite aquariums because...otters! A great place to take the kids and pick up some touristy knick knacks on Cannery Row.
Places to stop on the way to Carmel!
If you're driving the scenic and beautiful California 1 highway in either direction, we recommend a quick pit stop at Arcangeli Grocery in Pescadero for the world's most delicious artichoke bread (it's worth the line!), or head to Swanton's farm to pick your own strawberries. If you're feeling ambitious, you can kayak along Elkhorn Slough and see tons of sea life up close. There are countless farm stands along the side of the road to pick up local artisan treats, too!