Downtown Carmel Travel Guide
Carmel
Visit Downtown Carmel
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.
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.
The Doud Arcade
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Doud Arcade during your visit to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
Blair Estate Tasting Room
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Blair Estate Tasting Room during your travels to Carmel. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the golf courses.
The Carmel Business Association
Enjoy an outing to The Carmel Business Association during your stay in Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Top hotels in Downtown Carmel
Carmel Bay View Inn
"We liked being in Mariposa with easy access to downtown shops and restaurants it’s perfect. Our only complaint was that the a/c was poor. Other than that I would recommend this property."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Pine Inn
"Great location.No elevator, so carrying bags up flights is not pleasant. Nice sized parking lot. Did hear some early morning noise coming from windows. No mini frig or microwave. Pay for the beach view rooms. They are roomier. Did not get a chance to try out restaurant."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Tradewinds Carmel
"I loved the view of the beach and the fireplace"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
"Cute little boutique hotel. Loved the amenities and the cozy vibe. Will stay there again."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Carmel Inn And Suites
"This was such a cute room and a great location. Just a few minute walk from the downtown where all the shops and restaurants are. The only thing was our room was connected to another room with a door (that was locked) but we could hear the other person on the phone pretty clearly. Other than that, ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Clean and functional."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Carmel
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos Ranch and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
