Carmel River State Beach

Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic
Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic

Popular places to visit

Tor House

Tor House

Be inspired by this fairytale stone cottage on the dramatic Carmel Big Sur coastline, built by one of America’s legendary poets.

Tor House
Carmel Mission Basilica showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements

Carmel Mission Basilica

5/5(3 reviews)

This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Carmel Mission Basilica
Monastery Beach

Monastery Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Monastery Beach
Sunset Center featuring interior views and theatre scenes

Sunset Center

Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.

Sunset Center
The Barnyard

The Barnyard

2/5(1 review)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Barnyard during your stay in Carmel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.

The Barnyard
Forest Theater Guild

Forest Theater Guild

Enjoy a classic play or film beneath the pine trees and stars at this century-old outdoor theater in historic seaside Carmel.

Forest Theater Guild

Top Hotel Deals

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel Mission Inn
La Playa Hotel
La Playa Hotel
4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA
La Playa Hotel
Carmel Beach Hotel
Carmel Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave, Carmel, CA
Carmel Beach Hotel
Villa Mara Carmel
Villa Mara Carmel
4 out of 5
2408 Bay View Ave, Carmel, CA
Villa Mara Carmel
Carmel River Inn
Carmel River Inn
3 out of 5
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel River Inn
3867 Dolce Tempo - Quiet Carmel Point, Walk to the Beach, Light-Filled Home!
3867 Dolce Tempo - Quiet Carmel Point, Walk to the Beach, Light-Filled Home!
Carmel, California
3867 Dolce Tempo - Quiet Carmel Point, Walk to the Beach, Light-Filled Home!
Stunning views, Walk to Ocean Ave Carmel-By-The-Sea, Private, Gated grounds
Stunning views, Walk to Ocean Ave Carmel-By-The-Sea, Private, Gated grounds
Carmel, CA
Stunning views, Walk to Ocean Ave Carmel-By-The-Sea, Private, Gated grounds
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!
Pine Inn
Pine Inn
3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde, Carmel, CA
Pine Inn
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