Town Center
Pacific Grove
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
Enjoy a trip to Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary and popular activities like golfing in Pacific Grove. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
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
Town Center Hotel Deals
The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn
"Wonderful staff, good breakfast."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Need updates on tv, too old."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Great"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"Grear"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"This was the absolute worst hotel experience I have ever had. There were stains everywhere, blood marks, boogers, stains on the floors with red carpet that was probably installed in the 50s. Our door hinge was loose and door did not close properly. It was a hostel with a bathroom in it and I would ..."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"My stay for Memorial Day weekend was terrible. I booked a balcony room and was given instead a first floor room. I did not pay for a first floor room. Then the building was so far from the amenities that we felt isolated. They need to be infront about where families with pets stay and instead of ..."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Town Center
Hillcrest
When in Hillcrest, you can plan a visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Retreat
If you're spending some time in Retreat, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grove Acres
When in Grove Acres, you can plan a visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Country Club Gate
Though Country Club Gate might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.
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.
