Visit Carmel Riviera
Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carmel Beach during your travels in Carmel? Take in the entertainment choices and sunsets 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 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
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Carmel Mission Basilica during your travels in Carmel. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its seafood restaurants.
Bixby Bridge
You can find out about the history of Carmel when you stop by Bixby Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Sunset Center
You can make plans for a show at Sunset Center on your trip to Carmel. Stroll along the pebble beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Top hotels in Carmel Riviera
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Clean room, bathroom was a little worn down, staff was great, didn’t get to try their breakfast or bar. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Clean. Good location. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Our room was amazing the complimentary bikes were fantastic to explore the town and coast!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Carl, the restaurant waiter was excellent
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Pacific Inn
Room and Customer Service by Karun at front desk. We were early and as room was ready he did a smooth check in for us.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Exactly all staff thank you for your hard work please give them a raise!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Riviera
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach.
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.
Carmel Riviera Travel Guide
- Monterey Bay
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Cannery Row
- Lovers Point
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Monterey County Fairgrounds
- Monterey Convention Center
- California State University Monterey Bay
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Presidio of Monterey
- Del Monte Beach
- Los Padres National Forest
- Big Sur Station
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Golden State Theatre
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Bixby Bridge
