5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Nice town to visit and relax
Carmel, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Carmel
Where to stay in Carmel
Golden Rectangle
5/5(186 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
While Southeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Mission Basilica are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northwest Carmel
4.5/5(159 area reviews)
While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Northeast Carmel
4.5/5(192 area reviews)
Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza.
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
The Quail Lodge
8205 VALLEY GREENS DRIVE, Carmel, CA
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
La Playa Hotel
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
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Carmel Dolores Cottages
2 Dolores St, Carmel, CA
Stay at this cottage in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel Beach are located ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
4.5/5(1,826 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carmel Beach during your travels in Carmel? Take in the entertainment venues and sunsets in the area.
Carmel Plaza
4/5(13 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
4.5/5(16 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Mission Basilica
4.5/5(169 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Carmel Mission Basilica during your trip to Carmel. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.
Bixby Bridge
4.5/5(527 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Carmel with a visit to Bixby Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Monastery Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
$55
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
$1,260
per adult
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
$159
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
$35
per traveler
Reviews of Carmel
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
love carmel, i go every year
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Most of Carmel was closed due to the virus. I enjoyed the quiet walks, interesting architecture, beautiful beach and friendly locals.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Carmel is quaint, walkable and friendly. The shops are fun to walk in with something always fun to buy.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Clean air, quiet. Perfect spot to get away to read a book, walk/jog the beach.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I have always enjoyed Carmel, from a honeymoon in 1960 to last week.
- Carmel Beach
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Carmel Plaza
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Bixby Bridge
- Monastery Beach
- Garrapata State Park
- Folktale Winery and Vineyards
- Carmel River State Beach
- Sunset Center
- China Cove
- Point Sur State Historic Park
- The Barnyard
- Point Sur Lighthouse
- Garrapata Beach
- Big Sur Discovery Center
- Tor House
- Gibson Beach
- Gravity Garden
- Forest Theater Guild
- Palo Corona Regional Park
- Galante Vineyards
- The Carmel Business Association
- Blair Estate Tasting Room
- Golden Bough Playhouse
- Smallsea