Carmel Attractions
Stay Near Pebble Beach, Big Sur, & Much More
Nestled in the heart of downtown Carmel, near Pebble Beach Golf Course and iconic Monterey Bay attractions, the Carmel Bay Inn offers a vibrant gateway to one of the most beautiful regions in California. When planning your stay at our hotel, our staff members will be happy to recommend popular attractions, activities and things to do, from the famous sights to locally known hidden gems.
Built in 1919, this architectural wonder was home to poet Robinson Jeffers and his family for eighty years.
If you feel the need for speed, then head to this iconic 2.238-mile racetrack in nearby Salinas, California.
Experience the bounty of the region’s vineyards in one of Carmel’s numerous tasting rooms, bottle shops and wine bars.
No mater what time of year you visit Monterey Bay, you’ll have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures in action.
With a wide variety of majors and programs, this popular university brings a great deal to the community. Before your visit to Carmel, see what’s happening on campus.
For relaxing fun, Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf has everything you need. Whether you want to explore unique shops, sample exquisite restaurants or take a cruise, this charming community is destined to delight.
For performing arts you’ll always remember, Sunset Center offers a wide range of productions for your pleasure.
Between Carmel and San Simeon, the scenic stretch of California’s central coast is famously known as Big Sur.
Founded in 1770, Carmel Mission is the second of 21 missions in California. It’s also seen as the most authentically restored of the Franciscan missions.
Sightseeing, photography, picnicking and painting are just a few of the activities you’ll experience when you visit this scenic attraction.
For more than 30 years, the Monterey Bay Aquarium has fostered an awareness of habitats and sea life in this noteworthy marine region.
Considered one of the most popular places along California’s central coast, Carmel Beach has so much to offer visitors and locals alike.
If you love to explore, then 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach should not be missed.
Robinson Jeffers Tor House
Built in 1919, this architectural wonder was home to poet Robinson Jeffers and his family for eighty years.
Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca
If you feel the need for speed, then head to this iconic 2.238-mile racetrack in nearby Salinas, California.
Wine Tasting
Experience the bounty of the region’s vineyards in one of Carmel’s numerous tasting rooms, bottle shops and wine bars.
Whale Watching
No mater what time of year you visit Monterey Bay, you’ll have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures in action.
California State University, Monterey Bay
With a wide variety of majors and programs, this popular university brings a great deal to the community. Before your visit to Carmel, see what’s happening on campus.
Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf
For relaxing fun, Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf has everything you need. Whether you want to explore unique shops, sample exquisite restaurants or take a cruise, this charming community is destined to delight.
Sunset Center
For performing arts you’ll always remember, Sunset Center offers a wide range of productions for your pleasure.
Carmel Mission
Founded in 1770, Carmel Mission is the second of 21 missions in California. It’s also seen as the most authentically restored of the Franciscan missions.
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Sightseeing, photography, picnicking and painting are just a few of the activities you’ll experience when you visit this scenic attraction.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
For more than 30 years, the Monterey Bay Aquarium has fostered an awareness of habitats and sea life in this noteworthy marine region.
Carmel Beach
Considered one of the most popular places along California’s central coast, Carmel Beach has so much to offer visitors and locals alike.
Pebble Beach
If you love to explore, then 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach should not be missed.