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 enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip 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 care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
"Family Friendly" Scenic E-Bike Tour along 17 Mile Dr
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Top hotels in Carmel Riviera
The Monterey Hotel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
El Castell Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Riviera
Carmel Meadows
Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, but Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- Cannery Row
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Asilomar State Beach
- Del Monte Beach
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Big Sur Station
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Bixby Bridge