Pacific Grove Travel Guide

The coastal city of Pacific Grove in California is an unforgettable beach retreat. With gorgeous white sandy stretches, Victorian architecture and a classic, welcoming American friendliness, Pacific Grove is a vacation favorite. While the beach is a main attraction in the city, there are also other points of interests that visitors love. From the Point Pinos Lighthouse, natural history museums and a butterfly sanctuary (the city is nicknamed Butterfly Town USA) Pacific Grove is an ideal for a wholesome getaway.

Things to Do in Pacific Grove

Top things to do include visiting Asilomar State Beach: the one-mile sandy beach has a beautiful rocky coast and clear, blue waters, ideal for a day bronzing in the sun. If you fancy something more active, there's also a walking trail that allows visitors to explore the shore. Elsewhere, Lover’s Point Park and Beach is popular for fishing, surfing and other water sports, while Point Pinos Lighthouse is the oldest operating lighthouse on the West Coast. Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary is home to migrating monarchs and is a wonderful place to take young children -- plus, admission is free. Afterwards, make your way to Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and get stuck into some learning with fascinating exhibits and an aquarium.

Best Time to Visit Pacific Grove

The best time to visit Pacific Grove is during the summer months and fall.