Title: Things to Do in Carmel in 2026 | Expedia.com [Hotels in Carmel](https://expedia.com/Carmel-Hotels.d553248634998943944.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Carmel](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Carmel.d553248634998943944.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Carmel](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Carmel.d553248634998943944.Car-Rental-Guide)[Carmel Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Carmel.d553248634998943944.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Carmel ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Carmel Types of activities Where to stay [Carmel Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Carmel.dx553248634998943944) ![United Methodist Church in Carmel, Indiana in the fall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998943944/cbbc9b30-aaf7-462b-8b54-08e468c62dbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![United Methodist Church in Carmel, Indiana in the fall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998943944/cbbc9b30-aaf7-462b-8b54-08e468c62dbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#stunningstructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998943944/08bf561c-0d10-4069-bdb9-fb245dba63cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nice spot for swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998943944/947e0292-bef8-457f-959f-a6caa46c86ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This beautiful monastery is located in Putnam County, New York. It's about an hour north of Manhattan. Very serene environment. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998943944/e49b8a91-109d-4d22-84fa-688e084cc0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248634998943944) ## Recommended things to do in Carmel | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY](/things-to-do/bear-mountain-state-park-beacontown-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302489.activity-details): $94 | | Top 5 things to do | [Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY](/things-to-do/bear-mountain-state-park-beacontown-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302489.activity-details)[Marble Mountain & Ba Na Hills Private Tour from Hoi An/Da Nang](/things-to-do/marble-mountain-ba-na-hills-private-tour-from-hoi-an-da-nang.a49509746.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY](/things-to-do/bear-mountain-state-park-beacontown-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302489.activity-details)[Marble Mountain & Ba Na Hills Private Tour from Hoi An/Da Nang](/things-to-do/marble-mountain-ba-na-hills-private-tour-from-hoi-an-da-nang.a49509746.activity-details) | ## What to do in Carmel --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Carmel? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Carmel ![Chuang Yen monastery in New York, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532664580/40a02952-6f9e-4b72-8a12-a5f92b84e384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chuang Yen Monastery You can learn about the history of Carmel with a visit to Chuang Yen Monastery. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Chuang-Yen-Monastery-Carmel.d553248621532664580.Vacation-Attraction) #### Putnam Hospital Center Though Putnam Hospital Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Carmel while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Putnam-Hospital-Center-Carmel.d624552458156453888.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Carmel ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kent Lakes While Kent Lakes might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Dutchess and Centennial Golf Club. [](https://expedia.com/Carmel-Kent-Lakes.dx553248635976475119) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Carmel.dx553248634998943944.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Carmel ![Hudson Valley Farm Sheds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55760/b7bd0e42-aff0-4adf-a0f2-4cfe62d2eba7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hopewell Junction ![East Branch Reservoir in Brewster New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183644/6f27c7a3-5688-4530-9f7d-55c36bf42038.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Brewster ![Late afternoon aerial photo of Lake Mahopac located in Town of Carmel, Putnam County, New York. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138727/35eeff45-44da-45b3-b48e-698915fabc0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mahopac ![The Great Swamp in Patterson New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190610/030a6daf-3a0e-4150-85f1-fc78a5b0f012.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Patterson ![Touring the cider farm. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000008511/6b86be4f-ebbe-48e0-9d18-0d6e5d369334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### North Salem ![Touring the cider farm. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000008511/6b86be4f-ebbe-48e0-9d18-0d6e5d369334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Croton Falls ![Great place to go swimming, boating etc. 45 minutes from Bronxville. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449473/01eff36d-7572-4342-baf3-37076cd6c7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Putnam Valley ![Aerial view of the countryside in Stormville, New York on a day with dark clouds, during the colorful autumn season.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449638/cc6a627e-c419-47c1-8174-a9346ffc4521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Stormville ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Carmel worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Carmel? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Carmel? ### Is three days enough to stay in Carmel? ### What are some activities to do in Carmel with kids? > - [Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bear-mountain-state-park-beacontown-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302489.activity-details) > - [Marble Mountain & Ba Na Hills Private Tour from Hoi An/Da Nang](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/marble-mountain-ba-na-hills-private-tour-from-hoi-an-da-nang.a49509746.activity-details) ### What to do in Carmel for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Carmel? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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