Carmel by the Sea

Carmel by the Sea One of the most awarded destinations in the U.S. You can fine-dine at a number of four-star restaurants or eat al fresco at the beach.

Carmel by the Sea is a place to get away from it all without sacrificing the big-city offerings of art, theater, music, dining, shopping, spas, and more. You can collect art or just covet art and artifacts at almost 100 galleries and antique shops, and you can buy anything from trinkets to Tiffanys. Even those who travel the world are unlikely to encounter another place that has so much to offer in one location.

A good Carmel trip starts with knowing where to look.This California Wine Month, follow Domaine Messier's Stay & Seek fo...
09/04/2026

A good Carmel trip starts with knowing where to look.

This California Wine Month, follow Domaine Messier's Stay & Seek for a curated guide to experiencing Carmel-by-the-Sea, with favorite places to sip, dine, explore and settle in for the night. 🍷

09/01/2026

“A little eccentric, extremely pretty.”

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves. ELLE Magazine (US) named Carmel-by-the-Sea one of the best beach towns for one last late-summer getaway, and there’s still plenty of summer left to spend here.

08/26/2026

Around here, VIP stands for Very Important Pup. 🐾 For National Dog Day, plan a Carmel-by-the-Sea getaway where four-legged guests are just as welcome. With tons of pet-friendly hotels and inns, dog-friendly shops and restaurants, and Carmel Beach waiting just down the road, it’s a destination made for bringing your best travel companion along.

Find your pet-friendly home away from home at carmelcalifornia.com/hotels-and-inns-in-carmel.

100 years of creativity, with plenty more to come. 🎭This year, Sunset Cultural Center celebrates the centennial of its h...
08/24/2026

100 years of creativity, with plenty more to come. 🎭

This year, Sunset Cultural Center celebrates the centennial of its historic 1926 building and a century as part of the Carmel-by-the-Sea community.

The celebration continues into fall with a season worth planning a trip around, from Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Chris Botti to Celtic Thunder and Lyle Lovett. See what’s taking the stage and turn a show into a stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea at carmelcalifornia.com/organizations-sunset_center_379.htm.

08/23/2026

The best part of a long weekend? An extra day in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Labor Day weekend is your excuse to trade the everyday for winding streets, hidden courtyards, local restaurants and a few nights tucked into one of Carmel’s charming inns. Start planning your stay at carmelcalifornia.com/visit-carmel.

Where art, wine and Carmel history converge. 🎨🍷 On October 10, the 7th Annual Meet the Makers Art & Wine Walk celebrates...
08/21/2026

Where art, wine and Carmel history converge. 🎨🍷 On October 10, the 7th Annual Meet the Makers Art & Wine Walk celebrates Carmel-by-the-Sea’s artist colony legacy with an evening of self-guided artist-owned gallery tours, Monterey County sips and local bites.

Start at Devendorf Park, follow the blue lanterns through town and meet the makers behind the art from 4–7pm. Tickets on sale now at carmelcalifornia.com/event/meet-the-makers.

Your weekend itinerary just poured itself.From bold reds to crisp whites and everything in between, these Carmel-by-the-...
08/18/2026

Your weekend itinerary just poured itself.

From bold reds to crisp whites and everything in between, these Carmel-by-the-Sea tasting rooms invite you to sip your way through the walkable heart of Monterey County wine country.

Save this carousel for your next getaway, then download our free Wine Walk mobile guide through the link in our bio to unlock exclusive tasting offers.

08/14/2026

And just like that, another Carmel Car Week is in the rearview mirror with lots more happening around the Peninsula through Sunday! 🏁

From three signature events to incredible cars around every corner, Carmel-by-the-Sea was in its element all week long. Thank you to everyone who stayed awhile, explored the village respectfully, and joined us for one of our favorite weeks of the year.

Until next year!

08/11/2026

For one unforgettable week, the world's most extraordinary cars call Carmel-by-the-Sea and Monterey County home.

Make getting around part of the experience by taking advantage of the complimentary parking shuttle and exploring the village on foot. It's the easiest way to enjoy Car Week while helping preserve the charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea for everyone.

Find shuttle information and tips for visiting responsibly through carmelcalifornia.com/love-carmel/.

For more than a century, stories have come to life beneath the Monterey pines.Built in 1910, Carmel's historic Forest Th...
08/09/2026

For more than a century, stories have come to life beneath the Monterey pines.

Built in 1910, Carmel's historic Forest Theater is one of the country's oldest outdoor theaters, where towering trees and grand stone fireplaces create a stage unlike any other. This season, Pacific Repertory Theatre brings The Little Mermaid to this beloved cultural landmark from August 6 through September 20, then return in September as the Monterey Symphony performs A Love Letter to New York in this unforgettable outdoor setting.

Explore upcoming performances and plan your visit through carmelcalifornia.com/events-in-carmel/.

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