Carmelite Monastery: A Serene Retreat by the Sea

Getting There

• Walking

  If you're starting from the center of Carmel-by-the-Sea, head southeast on Ocean Avenue towards San Carlos Street. Continue straight for about 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with Highway 1 (CA-1). Cross at the crosswalk to get to the other side of the highway. Once across, turn left to head north along the highway for approximately 0.3 miles. The Carmelite Monastery will be on your right at 27601 CA-1. Look for the entrance with a sign indicating the monastery.

• Biking

  From the center of Carmel-by-the-Sea, start on Ocean Avenue and ride southeast until you reach San Carlos Street. Continue on Ocean Avenue for about 0.5 miles. When you reach the intersection with Highway 1 (CA-1), use the bike lane to cross to the other side. Turn left on Highway 1 and ride north for about 0.3 miles. The Carmelite Monastery will be on your right side at 27601 CA-1. Keep an eye out for the entrance, which is marked.

• Public Transit (Bus)

  To get to the Carmelite Monastery using public transit, head to the nearest bus stop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Take the Monterey-Salinas Transit Bus Line 1 towards Monterey. Get off at the stop nearest to the intersection with Highway 1 (CA-1). After disembarking, walk north along Highway 1 for about 0.3 miles until you reach the Carmelite Monastery at 27601 CA-1. Be sure to check the bus schedule for accurate timing.