Southeast Carmel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Forest Theater Guild which includes a garden and theatre scenes

Popular places to visit

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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
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Carmel Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
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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 Valley Ranch Golf Course
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Carmel Mission Basilica

5/5(1 review)

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
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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
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Bixby Bridge

4.5/5(12 reviews)

This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Bixby Bridge

Activities

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Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

NZ$81
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
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Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

NZ$225
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
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Monterey State Historic Park and Fisherman’s Wharf: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

NZ$13
Per adult
Monterey State Historic Park and Fisherman’s Wharf: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

NZ$97
Per adult
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
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Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

NZ$13
Per adult
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
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Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

NZ$161
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
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Our pick of the best Southeast Carmel Hotel Deals

Stargazer Inn and Suites
Stargazer Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is NZ$193 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$193
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,271 reviews)
"Family of 3 with a 2 year old. Location, pool/hot tub and spacious room made it a good stay for us. Pretty dated building and rooms but had what we needed for our stay."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Stargazer Inn and Suites
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is NZ$418 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
NZ$418
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,967 reviews)
"Nice and updated facilities. Convenient location. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
The price is NZ$388 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$388
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,287 reviews)
"Good place and clean."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Carmel Mission Inn
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is NZ$352 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
NZ$352
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,361 reviews)
"Beautiful Flowers, Trees, Shrubs, Gardens."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is NZ$608 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$608
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,327 reviews)
"We like the hotel , very good service, food . Thank you!"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
The price is NZ$378 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$378
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,346 reviews)
Great weekend stay
"The hotel was great. Staff was friendly and service to rooms was prompt. The spa was great. Property was clean and well kept. I will stay again when I’m in Monterey"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Carmel

Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
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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.

Hatton Fields
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Northeast Carmel

4/5(3 area reviews)

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

Northeast Carmel
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

5/5(1 area review)

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

Northwest Carmel
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Mission Fields

While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.

Mission Fields
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring a house, a fountain and skyline

Carmel Point

If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carmel Point

Southeast Carmel Travel Guide

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