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Monterey and Carmel - Trips & Activities - Carmel
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Carmel Mission

Father Serra's favorite

3080 Rio Road
Monterey and Carmel, CA 93923
United States
+1 831 624 3600 / +1 831 624 1271

Also known as Mission Carmel Basilica and more formally, as Mission San Carlos Borromeo del Rio Carmelo, this was the second of the nine missions founded by Father Junipero Serra. The area was originally chosen for its agricultural possibilities in 1771, but the temperate climate and exquisite landscape soon made it Father Serra's favorite. Indeed, he is buried, as per his wishes, in front of the church's main altar. The building, which fell into ruins in the 19th century and has since been completely restored, exhibits classic Mission-style, fortress-like architecture, with thick, bougainvillea-covered adobe walls and a central courtyard. A Moorish-style bell tower contains nine bells and is open to the public. Though some may find the climb up the steep staircase taxing, the views from that vantage point are magnificent.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Carmel Walks

Two-hour guided tour At the corner of Lincoln Street and Ocean Avenue
Courtyard of The Pine Inn
Monterey and Carmel, CA 93921
United States
+1 831 642 2700 This inexpensive and spectacular two-hour guided tour takes you through all the hot spots, back streets and secret pathways of this unique town. See places haunted by famous authors and artists. See historical buildings and many off-the-beaten-track places. The tour has been raved about in many, many media outlets including Bay Area Back Roads and USA Today. Definitely not a thing to miss, this is a perfect way to familiarize yourself with Carmel. No credit cards are accepted.

Review © 2007, Wcities