Joyce T.
6/23/2025
Beautiful bookstore with secret garden. Lots of great books and nice stuffs for souvenirs. Love the secret garden setup.
Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore & Secret Garden
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6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore & Secret Garden in Carmel-by-the-Sea is a charming local bookstore that offers a carefully curated selection of fiction and nonfiction books by local authors, alongside unique gift offerings and event programming. Nestled on Dolores Street, this community hub invites visitors to explore its vibrant literary landscape while enjoying engaging events like sound immersions, tarot readings, and wellness discussions.
In addition to its extensive collection of books, including popular titles such as "The Honey Bus" and "The Henna Artist," the bookstore also showcases captivating coffee table books that celebrate the beauty of Carmel and its surroundings. With a focus on fostering community connections, Pilgrim's Way serves as a welcoming space for book lovers and those seeking inspiration in a serene garden setting.
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4.581 reviews
Kathleen Y.
6/18/2025
Nothing makes me happier than visiting a local bookstore, and this one was no exception. Nestled among the quaint shops of downtown Carmel, you find Pilgrim's Way, the cutest little bookstore,...
Jie G.
8/8/2024
Absolutely love this place because of its plants and gardens! Maybe I'm biased but I think this is a perfect peaceful setting for a bookstore. Walking down that narrow alley with beautiful decors...
Susie Q.
5/27/2024
This place is so tucked away and quaint. Although it has some fiction and other books, it's really more of a new age store. Lots of books for witchcraft, occult, Wicca, divination, crystals,...
Suzette C.
12/8/2023
There are art galleries everywhere as you explore Carmel, but there is only one Secret Garden. Remember to check open hours (10:30 am- 5:00 pm.) On a previous visit we assumed they opened later...
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