Carmel River State Beach Tours

Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic
Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic

Popular places to visit

Tor House which includes heritage elements

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 featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

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.

Carmel Mission Basilica
Carmel by the Sea

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.

Monastery Beach
Sunset Center featuring interior views and theater scenes

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

You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Barnyard during your stay in Carmel. Stroll along the marina or seek out the golf courses.

The Barnyard
Forest Theater Guild featuring a garden and theater scenes

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

Best Lodging Options Near Carmel River State Beach

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
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

3 out of 5
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Villa Mara Carmel

Villa Mara Carmel

4 out of 5
2408 Bay View Ave, Carmel, CA
Villa Mara Carmel
Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave, Carmel, CA
Carmel Beach Hotel
La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel

4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA
La Playa Hotel
Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn

2.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave., btwn Monte Verde St. & Casanova St., Carmel, CA
Normandy Inn
Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel

4 out of 5
San Carlos St at 5th Ave, Carmel, CA
Stilwell Hotel
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde, Carmel, CA
Pine Inn
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