Golden Rectangle Travel 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 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.

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

Golden Bough Playhouse
You can make plans for a show at Golden Bough Playhouse on your trip to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
Galante Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Galante Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its golf courses.
Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room during your travels to Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its golf courses.
Activities

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

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 Golden Rectangle Hotel Deals

Pine Inn
Staff, location
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

La Playa Hotel
Fantastic!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Carmel Beach Hotel
Spotless and quiet room. But the breakfast is not included as I thought it was.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

L Auberge Carmel
Nice service, comfortable room
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Normandy Inn
Good customer service
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Clean room, great distance from everything. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Rectangle

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.

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.

Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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