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 riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Activities
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
Carmel Tour in The Heavenly 17 Mile Drive
Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
Our pick of the best Carmel Riviera Hotel Deals
The Monterey Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Stargazer Inn and Suites
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Carmel Bay View Inn
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
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
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's 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
- Monterey Convention Center
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
- Los Padres National Forest
- Naval Postgraduate School