Pine Inn

Cypress Inn

Monte Verde

L'Auberge Carmel

Ocean Ave &, Lincoln St, Carmel-by-the-sea

Monte Verde St & Between Ocean and 7th Avenues

The Monterey Peninsula and surrounding areas boast some of the most beautiful drives in the world. Driving those roads in a classic rental car completely transforms the experience into something truly magical. Whether you head down Highway 1 to majestic Big Sur, enter the gates of Pebble Beach to cruise the 17-mile Drive, or wander out to Monterey County Wine Country, you’ll be making memories by the mile that you will never forget! It’s time to Revive Your Adventure…Contact Monterey Touring Vehicles

Lincoln St & 7 Ave, Carmel-by-the-sea

Monte Verde St & 7th Ave, Carmel-by-the-sea

It might be true that we're an early-to-bed, early-to-rise kind of town, but Carmel's classy yet eclectic night scene will surprise you with a mix of unique discoveries around every corner.

The evening starts with Happy Hours, and Carmel-by-the-Sea boasts some great ones. Il Fornaio in the Pine Inn—home of Carmel's longest bar—offers great deals on cocktails and wines, along with a selection of gourmet noshes. For canine lovers, Terry's Lounge at the Cypress Inn is a great place to bring your pooch and enjoy exceptional beverages and a selection of tasty treats for you and your four-legged friend.

When the lights go down, the vibe fires up at Vesuvio's hip rooftop bar. Firepits and heat lamps keep the ocean's cool at bay, and the bar serves up some of the most innovative libations in town. Barmel offers live music with a casual Big Sur attitude most weekday evenings from 7-9 pm and cranks up the tunes 'til late on weekends. 
Situated in the Carmel Plaza in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, Alvarado Street Brewery offers beers from their R&D program crafted on a pilot five barrel brewhouse - the only of its kind in one of the most picturesque and famed coastal towns in the country. Featuring an expansive, 60+ seat outdoor patio and a full bar, along with an ample dining room. And the food! The Bistro offers California coastal cuisine with a regional twist, utilizing locally sourced ingredients that vary with the season.

Restaurants in Carmel run the gamut from jeans-and-flip-flops casual to Old World elegance; from old school Italian to edgy modern California cuisine; from heirloom Mediterranean recipes to innovative new tastes and textures. It's all here, and all within a few minute's from each other. Nearly all are locally owned and operated, and in many cases owners are on hand to greet their guests, making Carmel dining a personal, intimate experience. The emphasis here is on fresh ingredients, sourced from the fertile Monterey County farms and abundant Monterey Bay.

Explore the Monterey area's awe-inspiring parks, beaches, hiking trails, and world-ranked golf courses. All within a short drive of our quaint European-style village, you'll find stunning natural beauty along with attractions that draw discerning visitors from around the world. To learn more, view our local community at VisitCarmel. 

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