Carmel Point Travel Guide
Carmel
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Popular places to visit
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.
Tor House
Be inspired by this fairytale stone cottage on the dramatic Carmel Big Sur coastline, built by one of America’s legendary poets.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
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.
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.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Top hotels in Carmel Point
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Very nice and clean.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Staff is friendly and very helpful. Perfect place for families, especially with little ones.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
All very good, very clean and very friendly people.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Always enjoy our stays here. Great location, walking distance to downtown, restaurants and the wharf. Rooms are clean and comfortable, always a good nights sleep in the plush beds. Friendly staff welcoming you every stay! Kids love the pool.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Point
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Carmel Meadows
Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, but Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Sunset Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
