Carmel Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Sunset Center
Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.
Activities
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Our pick of the best Carmel Highlands Hotel Deals
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Loved our stay, beautiful location with amazing view
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
Tracy and Kyle went above & beyond.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The staff were friendly, and the rooms were clean and nice. It's located in the Old Town, making it great for a walk.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
The Monterey Hotel
The hotel was great the beds were comfortable and it was close to the venue and Monterey bay aquarium. Plenty of Restraunts in walking distance from hotel. Mostly peaceful after 11. Just don’t go when they have there marathon you will here noise all night long.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The menu variety was terrible. The good was good but not much to choose from. The staff was very friendly. The room was kept very clean. Refrigerator was too small. The shower head was not adjustable to different spray patterns. WiFi was slow.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Property with a stunning view of the golf course. Great amenities, such as the spa and pool area were extremely clean and enjoyable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Highlands
Carmel Riviera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carmel Riviera and surrounding area, you can visit China Cove and Hidden 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.
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 isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Carmel Highlands Travel Guide
- Gibson Beach
- Monterey Bay
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- Monterey Convention Center
- Presidio of Monterey
- Los Padres National Forest
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Del Monte Beach
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch
- Bixby Bridge
What kind of hotels are in Carmel Highlands?
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