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Carmel-by-the-Sea

Ocean Ave between Junipero St and Mission St · Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Why you should go…

The Carmel Chamber of Commerce is the official business and visitor organization for Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. It publishes an Official Welcome Guide and maintains where-to-stay, where-to-dine, where-to-wine, and where-to-play directories for visitors. Its office sits on Ocean Avenue between Junipero and Mission streets in the town center.

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  • #dining
  • #art galleries
  • #coastal
  • #boutique

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Carmel-by-the-Sea, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Carmel Plaza

    Free

    Open-air luxury shopping center in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea with boutiques, galleries and restaurants.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Attractions
    Quirky Fun

    Links Club

    $25–$50

    Indoor golf simulator lounge in Carmel-by-the-Sea with TrackMan bays, a full bar and live music.

    0.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Bruno's Market & Deli

    Under $25

    Specialty grocery and deli in Carmel-by-the-Sea with fresh produce, meats, wine and a deli counter.

    0.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Cannery Row

    Free

    Monterey's historic waterfront row of former sardine canneries turned shops, restaurants and hotels.

    4.2 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Pacific Grove

    Free

    A Victorian-era town on the Monterey Peninsula known for its rocky coastline and wintering monarch butterflies.

    4.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Capitola

    Free

    A pastel-colored Santa Cruz County beach village built around a small wharf and Capitola Village's shops and restaurants.

    29 mi awayMore like this