Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
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.
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 Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Room 504 has an incredible view
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hotel Carmel
Another delightful stat at Hotel Carmel. The perfect walkable location to enjoy downtown Carmel.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
All of the staff is friendly and helpful. The hotel is close to everything downtown. Will definitely recommend and come back! Thank you!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Stilwell Hotel
Very modern clean and nice hotel. Great location you can walk anywhere in downtown. Nice pizza menu at night
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hofsas House Hotel
Dated decor. Location was very convenient to shops and restaurants. Price was good compared to other hotels.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Beautiful hotel. Welcoming, friendly staff. Clean rooms. Convenient location. We look forward to coming back.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Carmel
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade 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.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Del Monte Shopping Center.
Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
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