Carmel Riviera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Louise Ryan
Photo by Louise Ryan

Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach which includes landscape views and a beach as well as an individual female

Carmel Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views

Carmel Mission Basilica

5/5(1 review)

This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Carmel Mission Basilica
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course

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 Valley Ranch Golf Course
Carmel Plaza

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 Plaza
Bixby Bridge showing landscape views, general coastal views and a bridge

Bixby Bridge

4.5/5(12 reviews)

This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Bixby Bridge
Sunset Center showing interior views and theatre scenes

Sunset Center

Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.

Sunset Center

Activities

Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

AU$85
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour

Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour

AU$23
Per adult
Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour
Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus.

Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus.

AU$214
Per adult
Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus.
Street tacos like you've never experienced

Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

AU$231
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea

Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

AU$153
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Dog Friendly 17 Mile Drive Electric Bike and Sidecar Guided Tour

Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour

AU$192
Per adult
Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour
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Our pick of the best Carmel Riviera Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$320 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$320
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,366 reviews)
"Everything was great, enjoyed our stay, will be back soon."

Reviewed on 28 Nov. 2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$250 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,417 reviews)
Great stay in November
"This is a historic beautiful and well run hotel. Shout out to the restaurant Esteban’s. Excellent tapas!"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$666 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$666
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,315 reviews)
"It was an amazing stay, friendly staff. Beautiful room and the bed was incredibly comfortable."

Reviewed on 28 Nov. 2024

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$321 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$321
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,381 reviews)
"The property and room were really nice. The hotel is conveniently located and the room was spacious and very clean. The only downside is the $30 fee per night to use their parking lot in addition to the $10 fee per night to use the WiFi, pool and fitness room. Plus, they tax those $40 fees!!! That ..."

Reviewed on 28 Nov. 2024

Carmel Mission Inn
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$350 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,328 reviews)
"the staff was really nice and helpful and the property is really nice"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Stargazer Inn and Suites
Stargazer Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$99 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$99
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,331 reviews)
"The property was clean and great pricing. Only thing was there were adjacent room that were a bit too loud after midnight to 1am."

Reviewed on 28 Nov. 2024

Stargazer Inn and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Riviera

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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.

Carmel Meadows
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Mission Fields

While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.

Mission Fields
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring a house, a fountain and skyline

Carmel Point

If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carmel Point
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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.

Hatton Fields
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

When in Southeast Carmel, you can plan a visit to Carmel Plaza and Carmel Mission Basilica, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southeast Carmel

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