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Escape to Pacific Grove Near Monterey Bay
Just steps from historic Point Pinos and minutes from top Monterey attractions, the charming Lighthouse Lodge & Cottages is close to everything you'll want to do on your getaway to California's central coast.
Visit Cannery Row and the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium or explore the eclectic shops and galleries in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Wander through the butterfly groves at Monarch Grove Sanctuary. Tee off on the famed Pacific Grove Golf Links, or cruise down the scenic 17-Mile Drive for unrivaled coastal seascapes. We are also just minutes from Monterey Regional Airport for easy commuting. From beaches to fairways, there's so much to experience in Pacific Grove, and it's all within easy reach of Lighthouse Lodge & Cottages.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Attraction Details
Address
Monterey, California, 93940
Distance from Hotel: 2.1 miles Phone
- About us
PLUNGE INTO THE OCEAN'S DEPTHS AT THE MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM
Dive into a world of underwater wonders when you visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Perched on the edge of the majestic Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, this fantastic attraction showcases more than 35,000 different creatures in over 200 awe-inspiring exhibits. Explore hands-on activities, interesting programs, and unique animal exhibits that serve as a window to the wonders of the world's oceans and other underwater habitats. Learn about exotic fish and bizarre sea creatures. Watch aquarium divers feed fish and sharks in the giant kelp forest. Meet up with penguins and sea turtles, watch the sea otters dive and play, and touch marine animals, like bat rays and sea cucumbers. Focused on marine conservation and education, the Monterey Bay Aquarium invites visitors of all ages to come and discover one of the richest marine regions in the world.
- Hours & Price
Prices
Prices - Adults: $49.95: Children (3-12): $29.95; Seniors (65+): $39.95; Students (13-17): $39.95; Children under 3 enter free. Tours starting at $15.
Hours
HOURS - Open daily from 9:30 am - 6 pm.
- Events
- Fiesta Del Mar
- Evenings By The Bay
- Sleepovers
- Activities
- Underwater Explorers
- Guided Tours
- Hands-On Exhibits
- Animal Feedings
- Restaurants
- Gift Shops
- Before you go
FAQs
What's so special about the Monterey Bay Aquarium?
The beautiful playful sea otters, fast-swimming sharks, throbbing jellies, and waddling penguins for a joyful time. The world-class exhibits and breathtaking scenery at the Monterey Bay Aquarium instill the visitor's love of the ocean. There are over 200 exhibits and 80,000 plants and animals, making the Aquarium a window to the ocean's wonders.How to get to Monterey Bay Aquarium from 5 nearby airports?
Monterey (MRY) is the nearest airport to Monterey Bay Aquarium. However, there are other options for getting to Monterey Bay Aquarium. Monterey-Salinas Transit operates a bus from Fremont / Ramona to Foam / Irving in every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1 - $2 and the journey takes 17 min. - Helpful Links
Cannery Row
Cannery Row
- Attraction Details
Address
Monterey, California, 93940
Distance from Hotel: 2.5 miles - About us
CANNERY ROW IN MONTEREY - AN UNFORGETTABLE SEASIDE DESTINATION
From colorful shops and world-class dining to stimulating attractions and inspiring ocean views, Monterey's famous Cannery Row is a spectacular destination for fun and entertainment. Filled with exciting activities like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, the Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum, wine tasting rooms, and outdoor adventures, this seaside playground is one of California's most popular attractions on the central coast. Enjoy family fun, relaxation, live music, and beautiful vistas of the spectacular Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Made famous by author John Steinbeck, today this once-working fish canning district is now beloved for its picturesque charm, colorful history and a unique culture that captures the imagination of visitors from around the world.
- Hours & Price
Prices
Prices - Varies by attraction.
Hours
HOURS - Varies by attraction.
- Events
- Monterey Car Week
- Cannery Row Tree Lighting
- Steinbeck Festival
- Activities
- Wine Tasting
- Whale-Watching
- Day Spas
- Beaches & Outdoor Fun
- Shopping & Dining
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Before you go
FAQs
Are there wine tasting shops at cannery row?
Home to over 39,000 acres of wine grapes, Monterey County is one of California's most abundant wine producing regions. Visitors can experience a taste of this bounty at three wine tasting rooms on Cannery Row. Sample their signature wines at Carmel Ridge Winery with beautiful ocean views. Sip handcrafted wines at the Bargetto Winery tasting room. Be sure to visit A Taste of Monterey to enjoy gourmet foods, sample wines from over 95 regional wineries, and enjoy panoramic views of Monterey Bay.Is there dining at cannery row?
From ice cream parlors and coffee shops to family dining and upscale waterfront restaurants, Cannery Row is home to over 25 different dining options. Whether you're searching for fresh-caught local seafood and juicy steak dinners to kid-friendly burger joints and sandwich shops, Cannery Row offers a wide array of dining choices that will please any palate or budget. - Helpful Links
17-Mile Drive
17-Mile Drive
- Attraction Details
Address
Monterey , California,
Distance from Hotel: 4.8 miles - About us
Sweeping coastline, rocky shores, majestic cypress groves, and impressive mansions, the 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach offers it all. Take this famous scenic drive that hugs the California coast from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach and witness magical landscapes of sea and shore, with world-class golf courses and stunning beaches. In the late spring and early summer, stop at the Fanshell Overlook to see the harbor seals and their pups. Watch the impressive waves at the Ghost Tree and visit the ancient Lone Cypress, one of the most photographed trees in the country. Explore the 5,300-acre Del Monte Forest, enjoy a relaxing picnic at Spanish Bay or splurge on lunch at the chic Lodge at Pebble Beach before heading over for a game of golf at the Pebble Beach Golf Links.
- Hours & Price
Prices
Prices - $10.50 per vehicle, cash only.
Hours
HOURS - Open to visitors daily from dawn until dusk.
- Events
- AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am
- Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
- Pebble Beach Food & Wine
- Activities
- Beaches
- Golf Courses
- Cypress Point Lighthouse
- Scenic Drive
- Lone Cypress & Ghost Tree
- Picnic Areas and Dining
- Before you go
FAQs
What stops should i visit on 17 mle drive?
While the elegant mansions and spectacular scenery are more than enough to keep you interested, you'll definitely want to stop at several points of interest along the way. Take a photo of the famous Ghost Tree and Lone Cypress. Stop at Spanish Bay Beach and Stillwater Cove. Take in the views from Cypress Point Lookout. Stop for a drink at the Lodge at Pebble Beach and visit the famed Pebble Beach Golf Links.Is there dining on the 17 mile drive?
Yes, you can stop any time to dine at one of the restaurants situated at the Lodge at Pebble Beach, Spyglass Hill Golf Course, The Inn and Links at Spanish Bay, or Poppy Hills Golf Course. Or, if you prefer to enjoy the scenery at your own pace, pack a lunch and enjoy the views from picnic spots at Seal Rock or the Cypress Point Lookout. - Helpful Links
Pebble Beach Golf Course
Pebble Beach Golf Course
- Attraction Details
Address
Monterey , California, 93953
Distance from Hotel: 5.1 miles Phone
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TEE OFF AT LEGENDARY PEBBLE BEACH GOLF COURSES
With eight championship golf courses, including the number one in America, Pebble Beach is a premier golf destination. Home to Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach has been offering visitors an incomparable golf experience for over a century. Pebble Beach Golf Links has welcomed golf's biggest names, from Jack Nicklaus to Tom Watson and Tiger Woods. It continues to attract enthusiasts for its awe-inspiring cliff-side fairways, challenging bunkers, and sloping greens that are enhanced by California's rugged coastline and spectacular views of the Monterey Bay. Designed by Jack Neville and Douglas Grant, PB Golf Links has also been host to golf's most prestigious tournaments during its storied history, including the annual AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and many U.S. Open Championships.
- Hours & Price
Prices
Prices - Varies. PB Golf Links: Non-resort guest golf fees are $495 + $40 cart fee. Caddies and rental clubs are available at an additional fee.
Hours
HOURS - Hours vary per course.
- Events
- AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
- Pebble Beach Food & Wine
- Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
- Activities
- Golf Courses
- Day Spa
- Golf Academy & Practice Facility
- Shops
- Driving Range
- Dining
- Before you go
FAQs
How many golf courses are there to choose from?
Pebble Beach is home to eight different 9 and 18-hole golf courses, three of them among the top 50 in the country. Tee-off at Pebble Beach Golf Links, the Spyglass Hill Golf Course, the Links at Spanish Bay, the Peter Hay Golf Course, and the Del Monte Golf Course for the best golf experience. Golfers of all skill levels will find the perfect place to play on the Monterey Bay.How many holes does the main pebble beach golf course have?
Pebble Beach Golf Links offers an 18-hole, par 72, 6,828-yard golf experience for experienced players. New to golf or want a less challenging day on the greens? The Peter Hay Golf Course provides a 9-hole, par-3 course that's perfect for beginners, children and golfers looking to fine tune their short game. - Helpful Links
Monarch Grove Sanctuary
Monarch Grove Sanctuary
- Attraction Details
Address
Monterey , California, 93950
Distance from Hotel: 0.3 mile Phone
- About us
VISIT THE AWE-INSPIRING BUTTERFLIES AT PACIFIC GROVE'S MONARCH GROVE SANCTUARY
Visit this beautiful display of mother nature at its best at the Monarch Grove Sanctuary in Pacific Grove. Each October, thousands of Monarch butterflies begin their southern migration to warmer southern climates to wait out the winter. Clustering together in the branches of eucalyptus trees and gardens, these majestic butterflies spend the winter months at this protected grove, resting and flying together in an awe-inspiring whirl of delicate wings and bright color. The Monarchs fill the grove from October until February (peaking at the end of November), when they begin to leave and continue on their southern migration. Created by the City of Pacific Grove, the butterfly sanctuary serves as a natural preserve and an educational tool for visitors. After your visit to the sanctuary, head over to the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History to see their Monarch gallery and to learn more about butterflies and other animals native to the region.
- Hours & Price
Prices
Prices - Free
Hours
HOURS - Open daily from dawn to dusk.
- Events
- Butterfly Ball - Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
- Butterfly Parade
- Activities
- Docent Talks
- Walking Paths
- Butterfly Viewing
- Photography
- Museum
- Special Events
- Before you go
FAQs
When is the best time of day and year to see the monarchs?
Monarch butterflies will only leave their clusters and begin to fly when the weather is warmer than 55 degrees. So, you should plan to visit the sanctuary when the fog has cleared and the sun has warmed the butterflies, generally between 12 pm -3 pm. If you visit during those hours in the months of November through February, you'll also meet up with docents from the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History who are on site to answer your questions.Where do the butterfly's migrate from or to?
Monarch butterflies can't survive the cold winter weather, so they migrate south and west each year to escape it. The Monarchs that winter in Pacific Grove fly 2,500 miles away from the Rocky Mountains to rest and recharge in the comfort of the coastal eucalyptus groves. Although they do not live longer than a few weeks, generations of Monarchs migrate to the very same place each year and are the only insect that travel so far to reach to a warmer climate. - Helpful Links