8 days in Carmel Itinerary

Carmel-by-the-Sea, often simply called Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California, United States, founded in 1902 and incorporated on October 31, 1916. Explore Carmel's surroundings by going to Big Sur (Pfeiffer State Beach & Partington Cove), Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Moss Landing) and LJB Farms (in San Martin). There's much more to do: admire the majestic nature at Point Lobos, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Monterey Bay Aquarium, appreciate the extensive heritage of Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard, and kick back and relax at Carmel River State Beach.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Carmel day trip planning tool.

June in Carmel sees daily highs of 68°F and lows of 53°F at night.