Downtown Carmel, CA
Carmel
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Plaza
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 Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
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
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Sunset Center
Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.
Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Good location Very basic breakfast
Reviewed on 2025/11/16
Normandy Inn
Charming, well maintained, friendly staff, good value in a town famous for outrageous prices.
Reviewed on 2025/11/18
Pine Inn
Older hotel, in good condition. Walking distance to bars, restaurants, and the ocean.
Reviewed on 2025/11/20
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The staff member who checked us in early was so kind to my children and wanted us to have a great time. Our room was very nice and bright! The hotel is so close to the warf and lots of food. It made it very easy with kids not having to get in and out of a car.
Reviewed on 2025/11/18
The Monterey Hotel
Clean. Good location. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Great room with beautiful view of the Monterey Bay! Nothing beats falling asleep to the seals barking :)
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Carmel
Northwest Carmel
While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Carmel
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.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown Carmel, CA
- Carmel Plaza
- Galante Vineyards
- The Carmel Business Association
- Monterey Bay
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Los Padres National Forest
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Del Monte Beach
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
