Family Things to Do & Attractions in Carmel Valley CA -- Kid Friendly Fun!

Andrew Molera State Park

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AVERAGE RATING

3.0

1+ reviews

Yahoo! Travel

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1+ reviews

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LOCATION: Big Sur, California (14.6 miles from Carmel Valley)

How can you not be in awe of the beauty of the California coastline? Big Sur is amazing, and camping here lets you soak up all of it. The campground isn't overrun with cars or RVs, just people... more on Tripadvisor

The park itself is pleasant, but be aware that the level of animal activity... more on Tripadvisor

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Asilomar State Beach

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84%

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LOCATION: Pacific Grove, California (15.1 miles from Carmel Valley)

One of my favorite beaches. I stolled through the other day and forgot how close it is to Spanish... more on Yelp

UNBELIEVABLE. Crisp, clean water; breaking waves; gorgeous beach. Asilomar State Beach... more on Yelp

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Dennis the Menace Park

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81%

FAMILY VACATION

AVERAGE RATING

5.0

20+ reviews

Yelp

5

20+ reviews

LOCATION: Monterey, California (11.8 miles from Carmel Valley)

I grew up in Monterey and this park is incredible. Back in the early eighties it was really cool and today they have totally renovated it (in 2004 I... more on Tripadvisor

I grew up running around this playground. Definitely one of the best of its kind.... more on Yelp

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The Farm

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81%

FAMILY VACATION

picnic tables

LOCATION: Seaside, California (11.5 miles from Carmel Valley)

OVERVIEW: The Farm is a unique agricultural showcase. It consists of an agricultural education center, demonstration farm, produce stand... The Farm

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

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81%

FAMILY VACATION

AVERAGE RATING

4.5

555+ reviews

Yelp	4	447+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel	5	42+ reviews

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LOCATION: Monterey, California (13.4 miles from Carmel Valley)

It's big, it's beautiful, it's fun, it's horribly expensive.... more on Epinions

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THE BEST aquarium in the world - Join as a member and get a tax deduction... more on Yahoo

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Marina State Beach

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81%

FAMILY VACATION

picnic tables, restrooms

LOCATION: Marina, California (14.7 miles from Carmel Valley)

This beach is located near Monterey Bay in the small city of Marina... it's nice... more on Yelp

if you want a whole lot of beach and only... more on Yelp

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Monterey Lanes

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FAMILY VACATION

AVERAGE RATING

4.0

4+ reviews

Yelp

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4+ reviews

LOCATION: Monterey, California (10.8 miles from Carmel Valley)

We had a great time here tonight. As expected, the crowd was on the younger side,... more on Yelp

I go here almost daily, but I've only been bowling for real twice or 3 times. I'm... more on Yelp

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Monterey Sports Center

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81%

FAMILY VACATION

LOCATION: Monterey, California (12.2 miles from Carmel Valley)

OVERVIEW: Two Indoor Pools, 112 Ft. Water Slide, Kids Zone (babysitting service), Cardio Fitness Center, Weight... monterey.org

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Monterey State Beach

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80%

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AVERAGE RATING

4.5

2+ reviews

Yelp

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2+ reviews

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LOCATION: Monterey, California (12.3 miles from Carmel Valley)

Aka Del Monte Beach. A long sandy beach that stretches from Seaside to Monterey.... more on Yelp

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Ventana Wildlife Society

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79%

FAMILY VACATION

LOCATION: Monterey, California (11.3 miles from Carmel Valley)

OVERVIEW: Beginning in 1986, Ventana Wildlife Society released bald eagles into Big Sur, California, completely restoring our national symbol to the region. Since 1992, our Research and Education Center a... Ventana Wildlife Society