Northeast Carmel Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 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 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.

Garrapata State Park
Enjoy a trip to Garrapata State Park and popular activities such as golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Northeast Carmel

Carmel Bay View Inn
Clean, great view and locat
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Carmel Resort Inn
Cute place great location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

The Monterey Hotel
The staff was great
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
HOtel staff were very courteous Parking garage chargers were only for Teslas - and required an adapter. It took over 8 hours to charge our car. HOtel provided coffee in room - but no to go cups. So I had to pay $10 for coffee - not happy about that.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Though
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northeast Carmel

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

Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

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