Carmel Highlands Travel Guide
Where to stay in Carmel Highlands
Carmel Riviera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carmel Riviera and surrounding area, you can visit Gibson Beach and China Cove.
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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 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.
Monastery Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
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.
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.
Activities
Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Scenic 17-Mile Drive Tour - Self Drive Audio Guide from Monterey & Carmel
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
Pacific Grove: Old Coast Road E-Bike Tour
- Gibson Beach
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fishermans Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- Presidio of Monterey
- Del Monte Beach
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch
- Bixby Bridge
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Monterey Convention Center