Carmel Point Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Activities
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Our pick of the best Carmel Point Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Room was clean, warm, staff was helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Nice front desk
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
This hotel is absolutely beautiful! Lobby , hallways , restaurants are all amazing. Great location.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hotel is clean and staff were amazing
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Service was great!
Reviewed on 5 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.
Carmel Point Travel Guide
- Tor House
- Monterey Bay
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Asilomar State Beach
- Lovers Point
- Monterey Convention Center
- Presidio of Monterey
- Del Monte Beach
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Los Padres National Forest
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Bixby Bridge
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
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