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
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Carmel Riviera
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Everything was great. The hotel is beautiful and convenient. We really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
The Monterey Hotel
The amazing staff were nothing but accommodating! Asked for an upgrade and the hotelier Allison was phenomenal accommodating our requests. We told them it was our honeymoon and they brought us glasses, champagne, and chocolate, as well as a card with coupons for recommended local amenities. Both ...
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Was a great hotel
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Property with a stunning view of the golf course. Great amenities, such as the spa and pool area were extremely clean and enjoyable.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Carmel Bay View Inn
The room and areas in the Inn we visited were all very clean. The outside was magnificently kept with beautiful flowers, shrubs and gazebo? We had a balcony that overlooked the beautiful area and you could see and walk to the sea ⛵ and beach. It was in walking distance of shops, dining, wine tasting, ...
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Pacific Inn
Easy check in/out. Friendly staff. Nice clean room with everything you'd need/expect in it. Would certainly stay here again.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
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.
