Este campo de juego famoso en Monterey se encuentra en el Parque El Estero. El parque abrió sus puertas por primera vez en 1956 pero desde entonces fue renovado varias veces, la última en 2005. Nombrado como el famoso personaje de Hank Ketchum, el parque cuenta con un espacio para pequeños y grandes toboganes y juegos pensados para niños más grandes. El parque ofrece diversión para niños de todas las edades, especialmente con el laberinto con torre de avistamiento, el muro de escalada, el puente colgante y la estatua de Dennis.
La Catedral de San Carlos, también conocida como la Capilla Real del Presidio, fue construida en 1770. Al ser la iglesia católica más vieja en funcionamiento y el primer edificio de piedra de todo California, la importancia del edificio en la historia local es innegable. La bellísima arquitectura de la catedral los dejará boquiabiertos, y no podrán sacarle los ojos de encima a los toques españoles y moriscos.
The Coast Guard Pier is one of the go-to spots for locals and tourists during summer afternoons and weekends. Close to beach parks and other local attractions, the wharf is a major recreational spot for those who wish to indulge in water sports. On a sunny day, you can see sea lions and sea otters lazing around on the rocks.
Tucked away amidst sprawling farms in the vast countryside, Pierce Ranch Vineyards is where some of the city's finest wines come to life. Spanning a massive 30 acres (12.14 hectares) of vineyards and farmland, everything that goes into the wine is grown on-site, which helps maintain consistency in flavor and texture. Regular tours of the vineyard offer a glimpse of what it takes to produce a fine batch of wine. Visitors can witness the various stages of production, from the picking of fruits, to the barreling and ageing process.
Esta hermosa playa estatal es el sitio perfecto para pasar una tarde divertida en familia y al sol. La variedad de actividades no tiene fin: podrán nadar, pescar, construir castillos de arena, volar cometas, pasear en kayac y mucho más. Vengan preparados para el frío; la neblina se esparce con rapidez, así que no olviden traer una capa extra de ropa.
Esta es una de las tantas atracciones de esta bella ciudad. Podrán recorrer varias casas de época y edificios de adobe que datan del siglo XIX. Todas las casas fueron restauradas a su gloria original y están decoradas con antigüedades verdaderas. Además de casas, podrán recorrer bellísimos jardines de esculturas; vengan a experimentar de primera mano el encanto regional y europeo colonial. La entrada al parque es libre y gratuita; visiten el sitio web para más información sobre eventos SHP especiales, como el Festival de Historia Viviente de Monterey.
Cross the threshold of this renowned gallery and you will find a vast array of paintings and limited edition prints by such artists as Randall Sexton, Jane Mason Burke, Stephen McMillan, Gail Packer, Leslie Toms, Carolyn Lord, Teresa Onada, Chirs Newhard, Kipp Stewart, and much, much more. Step through the French doors and browse for a while, or chat with the friendly staff who will be glad to answer any questions. It is truly an outstanding collection.
This internationally renowned gallery specializes in Early Californian and American paintings dating from 1880 through 1945. It also represents several estates. The gallery has produced several exceptional publications through the years and is always on the hunt for quality impressionist and modernist paintings from the aforementioned time period. Artists represented include Maurice Braun, Guy Rose, William Wendt, Edgar Payne, Granville Redmond and John Gamble. It is a must-see for any art lover while visiting the Carmel area.
Whether it be sports, history, or landscape pictures, this gallery has something for everyone, including hundreds of collectibles. More than 3,000 photographs comprise the inventory, which was put together from various auctions and archives from around the world. Everything to showcase art is here, and a variety of frames are available for whatever photo you decide to buy. The staff members are top-notch experts in their fields, and this is a truly unequaled gallery experience.
The organization's motto is "Be Dazzled," and you will. For decades, world-class chamber music ensembles have graced stages as part of one of their many programs. Past performers have included the Mozart Piano Quartet, the Takacs String Quartet and Quartetto Gelato. The selections range from early baroque to contemporary and all are performed with virtuoso skill and passion. Lodging/dining packages are available in conjunction with some of the area's most charming hotels. Additionally, the organization hosts competitions and sponsors an education program, touching many classical music fans, and making it a true mainstay of the Monterey chamber music community. See website for event calendar, programs and more.
The historic building that houses the Golden Bough Theatre was occupied by the Carmel Arts and Crafts Club for nearly 100 years. It continues its legacy as a center for creativity as a performance site for the Pacific Repertory Theatre. The Circle Theatre, a round stage venue, is located just below the Golden Bough playhouse.
Located a few miles from Monterey, Castroville is a town in the Monterey County of California. Named after its founder, Juan Bautista Castro, this town calls itself the ‘Artichoke Center of the World’. Considering that it supplies about 75 percent of the artichokes in the country, one would think the town has earned its pride, and it celebrates this pride in the annual Castroville Artichoke Festival. Of course, the town also has other things to offer besides its bounty of artichokes, being one of the oldest towns in the county. Do pay a visit and discover for yourself the charm of Castroville.