Carmel Woods Travel Guide
Carmel
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Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
Point Sur Lighthouse
Spot sea life and admire the breathtaking coastal scenery of the Big Sur region from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse.
Things to do
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
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Carmel Woods
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Super Breakfast spot in the hotel , Only thing I could comment on is the toilet seat needed tightening . Very minor inconvenience . Staff was always helpful if you needed anything ."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Great location to see the sites in Monterey"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"Parking bad"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"Excellent service. Very helpful front desk and other staffs"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Breakfast preorder room service arrived packed nicely however the napkin and utensils were missing which was disappointing."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Coffee not satisfactory . A bit pricey, parking ok"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Woods
High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Jack's Peak
If you're spending some time in Jack's Peak, Munras Avenue and Jacks Peak County Park 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 visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
