Visit Carmel Riviera
Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Carmel Plaza
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.

Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Monastery Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour

Carmel Tour in The Heavenly 17 Mile Drive

"Family Friendly" Scenic E-Bike Tour along 17 Mile Dr

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
Carmel Riviera Hotel Deals

The Monterey Hotel

Carmel Bay View Inn

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Stargazer Inn and Suites

Pacific Inn
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Riviera

Carmel Meadows
Though Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach.

Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.

Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza.

Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- 17-Mile Drive
- Cannery Row
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- Del Monte Beach
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Monterey County Fairgrounds
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Marina State Beach
- Del Monte Golf Course
- Los Padres National Forest
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Golden State Theatre
- Bixby Bridge