Seldom does a town inspire in quite in the same way as Carmel-by-the-Sea. A home to artists, celebrities, and romance, this European-style oasis is consistently rated among the top destinations worldwide, and with good reason. Come for the quaint shops, restaurants, and galleries, and stay for the enchantment the town is known for.
Visit the art galleries. With more than 100 galleries in a single square mile, art is king in Carmel.
It's easy to be taken with the coast, but fit in time for wine: there are some great tasting rooms in town.
It’s called Carmel-by-the-Sea, but you can just call it Carmel. (Pronounced “car-mel.”)
High atop the rugged cliffs overlooking the untamed Pacific and the lush Carmel Highlands a romantic hideaway awaits at Tickle Pink Inn.
One of Carmel's original hotel accommodations, The Colonial Terrace sought out the peace and tranquility of the village neighborhood when it was built in 1925.
Locals love this mural-filled café’s big breakfasts and cheese blintzes. Choose between Belgian waffles, eggs Benedict, pancakes and fuel up on coffee before strolling to the nearby beach. Head over early to avoid the crowds, common during the morning.
Casual eatery and wine bar with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Choose from pizza, pasta, and other classic Italian dishes.
Experience the characteristics embodied in this estate-grown wine. Come taste the natural flavors expressed at Galente Vineyards in sunny Carmel Valley.
The City of Monterey has some history: it was the capital of California under both Spanish and Mexican rule.
