Mission Fields Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mission Fields
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.
Point Sur Lighthouse
Spot sea life and admire the breathtaking coastal scenery of the Big Sur region from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse.
Activities
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Our pick of the best Mission Fields Hotel Deals
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
"Welcoming and kind staff, clean bedroom and renovated bathroom, plentiful parking."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"My wife and I truly enjoyed our stay here. Front desk staff were very helpful.. especially Brenda. Great value and a really nice place close to tons of shops and restaurants."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Great"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"This was the absolute worst hotel experience I have ever had. There were stains everywhere, blood marks, boogers, stains on the floors with red carpet that was probably installed in the 50s. Our door hinge was loose and door did not close properly. It was a hostel with a bathroom in it and I would ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"Grear"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"My stay for Memorial Day weekend was terrible. I booked a balcony room and was given instead a first floor room. I did not pay for a first floor room. Then the building was so far from the amenities that we felt isolated. They need to be infront about where families with pets stay and instead of ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mission Fields
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica are some notable places to visit nearby.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmel Meadows
Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, but Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
