Carmel Point, CA
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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 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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
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.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Carmel Point Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Just general ambience and facility was nice!
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Cute hotel, very helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Clean, Comfortable, nice!
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Pacific Inn
Clean, quiet, nice room with a microwave.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
This is one of my favorite hotels. Staff is wonderful, restaurant and bar are lovely. My only complaint is the rooms are becoming dated and the bathroom sliding door offers no privacy because of its age and being warped. Time to replace the bathroom doors.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Great facilities and a buzz about the place.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Carmel Point
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Carmel Meadows
Though Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach.
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 might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Carmel Point, CA
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Tor House
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- 17-Mile Drive
- Carmel Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- California State University Monterey Bay
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Los Padres National Forest
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Marina State Beach
- Bixby Bridge
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park
