Weekend Getaway in the Bay Area｜Carmel-by-the-Sea 🏰

Carmel-by-the-Sea is one of the must-visit spots along California’s Highway 1, just over an hour’s drive from the Bay Area—perfect for a weekend escape! The whole town feels like something out of a fairy tale 🏡✨. With its coastal views, sunny beaches, and rolling waves, it’s a dreamy destination. Lush greenery covers the rooftops, and vibrant flowers bloom along walls and windowsills. The streets are filled with artistic boutiques, galleries, and chocolate shops that are super Instagram-worthy! 🍫 Cottage Of Sweets: A charming candy store offering handmade chocolates with a variety of fillings. You can pick your favorites—even the ones I chose randomly weren’t overly sweet, just rich and aromatic! 🍝 Casanova Restaurant: An Italian eatery with nearly 50 years of history, decorated in a rustic Italian style. Rumor has it they even have a table where Van Gogh once sat! 🌿 PortaBella: A popular restaurant in the heart of town, with a green vine-covered roof and a beautiful courtyard that makes you feel like you’re dining at Little Red Riding Hood’s house. Their seafood pasta is amazing—perfect for sharing between two without feeling too heavy. 🧁 The Tuck Box: This adorable fairy-tale cottage is an iconic Carmel landmark. After playing on the beach, enjoying a brunch here is pure bliss. #Highway1 #BayAreaLife #BayAreaGetaway #WeekendInTheBayArea #CarmelByTheSea #CaliforniaLife #CaliforniaTravel #WeekendInCalifornia #SFWeekend #DayTripsFromSF