The Carmel Mission Views
Mission Carmel has been designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service. It is also an active parish church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Monterey. Masses are held at 7am, noon and 5:30pm Monday-Friday, Saturday at 8:30am and 5:30pm, and Sunday at 7:30am, 9:30am, 11am, 12:30pm, and 5:30pm.
In addition to its activity as a place of worship, Mission Carmel also hosts concerts, art exhibits, lectures and numerous other community events. In 1986, Monsignor Eamon MacMahon, then pastor of Carmel Mission, acquired a magnificent Casavant organ complete with horizontal trumpets for the basilica. Its hand-painted casework is decorated with elaborate carvings and statuary reflecting the Spanish decorative style seen on the main altar.
Experience the exciting, newly remodeled Carmel Mission Inn. Each of the inn's 165 guestrooms have been transformed into casual elegance complete with 37 LCD TVs, iPod docking stations, granite sinks and refrigerators for in house drinks and snacks. The modern motif of Monterey Bay marine life takes center stage with the bright colors of the natural world surrounding the Monterey Peninsula making this the natural selection for visitors to the area. Come and enjoy the largest full service hotel in Carmel, with full conference facilities and newly designed lounge and restaurant on site. The Carmel Mission Inn is conveniently located with access to all of the Monterey Peninsula communities
The most often heard comments from visitor’s center around the natural and spiritual beauty, of the Mission. They also show an appreciation of the historical legacy it represents. Through its five museums, the Carmel Mission addresses the history of one of California’s most important heritage sites. We trust the time you spend with us, will increase your understand and recognition of this heritage.
The Carmel Mission Images
