Grove Acres Travel Guide

Pacific Grove

The butterflies have once again returned to California to over winter , read up about their incredible life history and marvel about our incredible world .
The butterflies have once again returned to California to over winter , read up about their incredible life history and marvel about our incredible world .
Nice spot for a short stop - not a long trail through but a beautiful spot and really grand when the butterflies are there in their clusters.
I took this photo through a scope with my iPhone 5. These are monarch butterflies settled in for the winter. According to the volunteers, there is something in the butterfly's DNA that tells them that every 4th generation is the migrating generation. Isn't that awesome?
It's still early in the season, but I don't care! I love to see the Monarchs flitting about. So beautiful!

Popular places to visit

The butterflies have once again returned to California to over winter , read up about their incredible life history and marvel about our incredible world .

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.

Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
Monterey Bay Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

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.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
Lovers Point featuring rugged coastline

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.

Lovers Point
Point Pinos Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse

Point Pinos Lighthouse

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

Point Pinos Lighthouse
View of a cove on Sunset Cliffs Blvd. in San Diego, CA.

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.

Oceanview Boulevard
Waves break along the rocky coastal shores of the Monterey Bay, at Asilomar Beach, in Pacific Grove, along the central coast of California, close the the Big Sur coast and Highway 1.

Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve

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

Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve

Things to do

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Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

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per adult
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Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Cannery Row Cross Overs

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

Rp151.248
per adult
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
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All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

Rp487.896
per adult
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

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per adult
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Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

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

Rp336.312
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

Rp588.840
per traveller
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
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Top hotels in Grove Acres

Monterey Peninsula Inn

Monterey Peninsula Inn

2.5 out of 5
1101 Lighthouse Avenue Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this golf hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,106 reviews)
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Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn

2.5 out of 5
133 Asilomar Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Our stay was fantastic! The room was so well done, staff was very friendly. The bathroom felt luxurious and we just loved it here. Will definitely recommend, and be staying here from now on.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

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Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn

2.5 out of 5
750 Crocker Avenue Pacific Grove CA
The price is Rp1.678.700 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
Rp1.678.700
Rp2.026.191 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
proximity to beach

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

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Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn

2.5 out of 5
221 Asilomar Ave. Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, room service and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
What a gem! So nice! Such a welcome respite on an otherwise drag of a business trip.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

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Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

2.5 out of 5
1111 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove CA
The price is Rp1.846.570 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
Rp1.846.570
Rp2.113.483 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, a sauna and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Clean room, fireplace (complimentary log), GREAT continental breakfast. Courteous staff. We'll be back!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Monarch Resort
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is Rp3.343.970 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp3.343.970
Rp3.976.155 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,984 reviews)
We had a great time!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Grove Acres

Perkins Park, Monterey Bay, & Pacific Grove

Asilomar Dunes

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

Asilomar Dunes
#ontheroad. From the bus as we headed to 17mile drive.

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.

Beach Tract
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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.

Sunset
Sunset

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.

Town Center
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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.

Hillcrest
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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.

Country Club Gate

Grove Acres Travel Guide