Southeast Carmel Travel Guide
Carmel
Visit Southeast Carmel
Popular places to visit
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.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
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 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.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Top hotels in Southeast Carmel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Was nice
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Friendly and awesome staff!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Great all around. I stay here at least once a year.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Staff is excellent. We love Monterey Plaza Hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Clean rooms and magnificent views of the Pacific.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
I was disappointed in check-in at 10:30 at night with no help getting a long dark walk across the property.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Carmel
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.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
