Carmel Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

Carmel Riviera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carmel Riviera and surrounding area, you can visit China Cove and Hidden Beach.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

3707 Pacific's Edge Sanctuary ~ Ocean View Estate
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

3772 The Waves ~ Oceanfront, Stunning Ocean Views
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Ocean & Sunset view retreat with hot tub
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
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: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- Cannery Row
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Asilomar State Beach
- Del Monte Beach
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Big Sur Station
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Point Pinos Lighthouse