Things to do in Pacific Grove

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Pacific Grove
Pacific Grove which includes rocky coastline
Pacific Grove which includes a coastal town and rugged coastline
Pacific Grove which includes shopping
Pacific Grove showing rugged coastline

Pacific Grove Attractions

It's hardly surprising that so many travelers head to Pacific Grove year after year. This captivating city is bursting with things to do. Whether you're into seeing the sights or attempting more action-packed activities, you'll never have a dull moment here.

Explore the sights of Pacific Grove with some popular tours & day trips, or check out our list of {62 fun activities in Pacific Grove fun activities in Pacific Grove}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can rest easy and channel your energy into planning an unforgettable vacation.

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Most popular activities in Pacific Grove

Tours & day trips

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Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $60 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Price is $8 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $55 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $159 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $95 per adult
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Recommended things to do in Pacific Grove

Number of things to do
62
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8
Top 5 things to do
Under $25
With kids

What to do in Pacific Grove

Free Things to Do in Pacific Grove

There's no need to run your credit card hot in Pacific Grove. The following won't even cost a penny.

Lovers Point - Let the kids have a good time or release your own inner child — this attraction just screams fun.

St Mary's by the Sea - Enjoy a little quiet contemplation and learn a thing or two about this site's spiritual significance.

Lovers Point - Nurture your green thumb and admire the wide variety of plants on show.

Things to Do in Pacific Grove with Kids

There's fun for all the family wherever you roam in Pacific Grove. Here are a few family friendly experiences to enjoy together that'll make your break unforgettable:

 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Pacific Grove

Lovers Point featuring rugged coastline

Lovers Point

4.5/5(792 reviews)

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 showing a lighthouse and general coastal views

Point Pinos Lighthouse

4.5/5(287 reviews)

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

Point Pinos Lighthouse
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

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
Finish the day and take a refuge at the Asilomar conference grounds which literally means asylum by the sea. There is another reason I want to experience this place too, because it was here 50 years ago that a bunch of bioscientists had a conference that started the biotech revolution.

Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Pacific Grove. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area, or enjoy its biking trails.

Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History which includes interior views

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History

5/5(1 review)

Step into a field guide to the Californian Central Coast, packed with local birdlife, marine life and Native American culture.

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History

Pacific Grove Golf Links

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Pacific Grove at Pacific Grove Golf Links. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Pacific Grove Golf Links

St Mary's by the Sea

Find out about the history of Pacific Grove with a stop at St Mary's by the Sea. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.

St Mary's by the Sea

American Tin Cannery

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at American Tin Cannery during your trip to Pacific Grove. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the golf courses.

American Tin Cannery

The Strouse and Strouse Studio-Gallery

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in The Strouse and Strouse Studio-Gallery during your travels in Pacific Grove. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.

The Strouse and Strouse Studio-Gallery

 

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Popular day trips from Pacific Grove

17-Mile Drive

Pebble Beach

Carmel Beach which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach

Monterey

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