Carmel River State Beach

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Browse tours and tickets to explore Carmel River State Beach

Tours & day trips

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Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
4.9 out of 5 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥10,312 per adult
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

History & culture

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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
Price is ￥1,177 per adult
Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Adventure & outdoor

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Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Activity duration is 4 hours
5.0 out of 5 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,366 per adult
Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Water activities

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Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
4.9 out of 5 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥10,312 per adult
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Food, drink & nightlife

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Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
5.0 out of 5 with 3 reviews
Price is ￥20,476 per adult
Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

Reviews of Carmel River State Beach

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Feb 16, 2020

Do not turn your back to the water

5/5 - Excellent

KMN
Mar 26, 2019

Have brunch at Mission Ranch on Sundays.

Popular places to visit

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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
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Carmel Mission Basilica

4.5/5(169 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
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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
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Sunset Center

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Sunset Center
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The Barnyard

4/5(16 reviews)

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

The Barnyard
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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 River Inn
Carmel River Inn
2 out of 5
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel River Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel Mission Inn
La Playa Hotel
La Playa Hotel
4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA
La Playa Hotel
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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!
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