About Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel-by-the-Sea is administratively part of Monterey County. Clint Eastwood was mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea from 1986 to 1988. The San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission, also known as the Carmel Mission, is a major landmark in the town.

What is known in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

No exploration of California’s central coast is complete without a sojourn to Carmel-by-the-Sea, a town as well known for its shopping as it is for its most famous former civil servant, the Honorable Mayor Clint Eastwood. This quaint amalgamation of art galleries, boutiques, hotels, shops, fine restaurants and whimsically styled homes evokes a storybook ambiance that can be appreciated by romantics of all ages. It’s no wonder why this city is named as one of the "World's Best Cities for Romance".

Things to do in Carmel-by-the-Sea are vast for a town only one square mile in size. Watch the sunset from the white sands of Carmel Beach, attend various musical and theatrical events at the Sunset Center and Pacific Repertory Theatre, or simply spend the day getting lost among the storied streets.

What makes Carmel-by-the-Sea attractive to visit?

Visit Carmel-by-the-Sea and discover one-of-a-kind experiences around every corner in this one-square mile village nestled along California's Central Coast.

Finally, while Carmel-by-the-Sea is overflowing with fine wine and dining, luxury hotels and sweeping golf courses, and outdoor activities and naturescapes galore, it's also worth visiting for the charming, laid-back village vibes. The area is nothing if not incredibly Instagrammable, like a storybook come to life.