Beach Tract Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
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.
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
Step into a field guide to the Californian Central Coast, packed with local birdlife, marine life and Native American culture.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Beach Tract
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
Parking is tight on weekends but stil able to park. Breakfast was fresh and delightful. Staff was cheerful and helpful. Rooms were clean. My wife and I had a great time and recommend the lighthouse to all future boarders. Close to a lot of amenities.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
Friendly team, very clean, good location, everything you need for a few day stay. Enjoyed sitting on the porch.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Lovers Point Inn
Lots of parking availability.. love that it was really close to the beach!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Olympia Lodge
Parking we was aware is first come but still never had issues parking anyway Staff are friendly Also if you like Hot dogs 100% visit Lucy's next door for a quick bite Over all my room was very big, the room heated up well with the heater ( flap on the top left corner) ,, wish i stayed an extra day ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Great hotel , and staff was a great help
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Everything was perfect! Customer Service was amazing!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beach Tract
Grove Acres
Grove Acres might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Retreat
If you're spending some time in Retreat, Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
