Mission Fields 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.
Garrapata State Park
Enjoy a trip to Garrapata State Park and popular activities such as golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.
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.
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.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Mission Fields
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
The room was very clean and the staff is great, very responsive to all my questions. The location is also good and it’s lovely to look out your window and see lots of greenery. Only negative is the shabbiness of the bathroom and a few pieces of furniture. The bathrooms are greatly in need of an ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The room appeared clean at first glance but we started to notice things along the way. In general, it’s good practice to sanitize the surfaces and the bathroom, and wash any dishes. There was hair in the tub and on the sink. The dishes had appeared to be used and not washed. One of the comforters ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Very well maintained property. Gracious staff. Amazing location.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Overall if was a very good stay. Front desk person was not nice, second girl, first was very nice. Watch internet site because the picture does not match the view. Managers helped us get the room that we wanted but since resort was full we had to wait a day. Hotel staff is a little clueless about ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Everything was good.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Carmel Bay View Inn
Menu is fresh and nice staff.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mission Fields
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.