Grove Acres Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
Enjoy a trip to Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary and popular activities such as golfing in Pacific Grove. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Lovers Point
Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.

Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.

Oceanview Boulevard
Oceanview Boulevard is just one of the places to see in Pacific Grove, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
Activities

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

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

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Our pick of the best Grove Acres Hotel Deals

Monterey Peninsula Inn
The room was really clean! Great location, just minutes away from some of the most visited sites in the area. Staff was very friendly and accommodating! Annette at the front desk was very helpful suggesting places to visit. We will definitely be returning!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Sunset Inn
Really clean. Easy parking next to room. Quiet neighborhood. Great staff!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Deer Haven Inn
Power would go out randomly which was annoying but was spacious and clean. Overall decent hotel for the price in a quiet area
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Bide-A-Wee Inn
What a gem! So nice! Such a welcome respite on an otherwise drag of a business trip.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Monarch Resort
Friendly staff and a nice variety at breakfast
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Staff was great! everything is close by
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grove Acres

Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Beach Tract
While there might not be top attractions in Beach Tract, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary.

Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Asilomar State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.

Country Club Gate
While Country Club Gate isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey are some notable places to visit nearby.

