Beach Tract Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
Visit Beach Tract
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
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Beach Tract
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
"Spotless and cozy rooms with incredible views and close proximity to the beach. Our stay was lovely here!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Lovers Point Inn
"Location, location, location!!!!’"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
"The room was clean and well laid out. Parking is very convenient."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Olympia Lodge
"A "just right" place and stay for us. Easy parking. Helpful staff. Everything clean. Near the beach :D"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Everything was great no complaints"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"The staff was amazing. Our first room (even tho it was ocean view) had a small balcony and wasn’t really as advertised. They moved us to an incredible room right over the ocean! Great birthday gift!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Beach Tract
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 Aquarium and Monterey Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Grove Acres
Grove Acres might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row 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.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
