Guidebook for Carmel

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Beautiful southern end of Monterey Marine Sanctuary, where seabirds, otters, dolphins and whales can be seen at play
21 locals recommend
Carmel River State Beach
26495 Carmelo St
21 locals recommend
Beautiful southern end of Monterey Marine Sanctuary, where seabirds, otters, dolphins and whales can be seen at play
The world's greatest meeting of land and sea! Just down Hwy 1. Spectacular hiking trails and diving areas
309 locals recommend
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1
309 locals recommend
The world's greatest meeting of land and sea! Just down Hwy 1. Spectacular hiking trails and diving areas
Performing Arts throughout the week; Center for Photographic Art; Thursday farmers market
42 locals recommend
Sunset Center
San Carlos Street
42 locals recommend
Performing Arts throughout the week; Center for Photographic Art; Thursday farmers market
World-renowned restaurants, art galleries, wine tasting, surfing and shopping. White sand beach on the west end of Ocean Avenue
354 locals recommend
Carmel by the sea
San Antonio Avenue
354 locals recommend
World-renowned restaurants, art galleries, wine tasting, surfing and shopping. White sand beach on the west end of Ocean Avenue
Close to world class golf courses and car week events in August
61 locals recommend
Pebble Beach Golf Links
1700 17 Mile Dr
61 locals recommend
Close to world class golf courses and car week events in August
Tiger Woods helped design this fun, family friendly nine hole par three course with spectacular views and a great Mexican restaurant at the first tee.
Peter Hay Golf Course
1700 17 Mile Dr
Tiger Woods helped design this fun, family friendly nine hole par three course with spectacular views and a great Mexican restaurant at the first tee.

Locals like ...

Walking distance to Eastwood's excellent Mission Ranch Restaurant and Party Barn
59 locals recommend
Mission Ranch Restaurant
26270 Dolores St
59 locals recommend
Walking distance to Eastwood's excellent Mission Ranch Restaurant and Party Barn
Rooftop lounge is fun and food is delicious.
68 locals recommend
Vesuvio Restaurant
Junipero Street
68 locals recommend
Rooftop lounge is fun and food is delicious.
Casual neighborhood bar with creative dishes and full of fun people.
22 locals recommend
Rio Grill
Crossroads Boulevard
22 locals recommend
Casual neighborhood bar with creative dishes and full of fun people.
24 locals recommend
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting
246 Crossroads Blvd
24 locals recommend
76 locals recommend
Carmel Mission
3080 Rio Rd
76 locals recommend
The best kept secret for wine tasting and casual country vibes
11 locals recommend
The Wine House
1 E Carmel Valley Rd
11 locals recommend
The best kept secret for wine tasting and casual country vibes

Food scene

Every Thursday from 10 -2 in downtown Carmel. Family in the park and fresh local produce.
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
6th Avenue
Every Thursday from 10 -2 in downtown Carmel. Family in the park and fresh local produce.
67 locals recommend
Dametra Cafe
Lincoln Street
67 locals recommend
24 locals recommend
Lafayette Bakery & Cafe
3659 The Barnyard
24 locals recommend

Traveler advice

Customs and culture

Live like a local!

Be mindful of the delicate natural beauty. Take only photos and leave only footprints, please.
Customs and culture

Wildlife

Monterey Bay and Carmel coast are protected sanctuaries. Please do not try to interact with wildlife or collect specimens, or risk being fined.