Carmel River State Beach

Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic
Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic

Popular places to visit

Tor House

Tor House

Be inspired by this fairytale stone cottage on the dramatic Carmel Big Sur coastline, built by one of America’s legendary poets.

Tor House
Carmel Mission showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and interior views

Carmel Mission Basilica

5/5(3 reviews)

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
Monastery Beach

Monastery Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Monastery Beach
Sunset Center showing theatre scenes and interior views

Sunset Center

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

Sunset Center
The Barnyard

The Barnyard

2/5(1 review)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Barnyard during your stay in Carmel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.

The Barnyard
Forest Theater Guild

Forest Theater Guild

Enjoy a classic play or film beneath the pine trees and stars at this century-old outdoor theater in historic seaside Carmel.

Forest Theater Guild

Top Carmel River State Beach Hotel Deals

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA
Carmel Bay View Inn
La Playa Hotel
La Playa Hotel
4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA
La Playa Hotel
3867 Dolce Tempo - Quiet Area, Walk to Town & Beach
3867 Dolce Tempo - Quiet Area, Walk to Town & Beach
Carmel
3867 Dolce Tempo - Quiet Area, Walk to Town & Beach
Stunning views, Walk to Ocean Ave Carmel-By-The-Sea, Private, Gated grounds
Stunning views, Walk to Ocean Ave Carmel-By-The-Sea, Private, Gated grounds
Carmel
Stunning views, Walk to Ocean Ave Carmel-By-The-Sea, Private, Gated grounds
Ocean Views and Steps to Secluded Beach!
Ocean Views and Steps to Secluded Beach!
Carmel
Ocean Views and Steps to Secluded Beach!
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!
3897 Driftwood - Walk to Beach & Mission, Hot Tub
3897 Driftwood - Walk to Beach & Mission, Hot Tub
Carmel
3897 Driftwood - Walk to Beach & Mission, Hot Tub
Charming Carmel House - Short Walk To 2 Beaches
Charming Carmel House - Short Walk To 2 Beaches
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Charming Carmel House - Short Walk To 2 Beaches
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