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With a population of 15,041, Pacific Grove is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Pacific Grove deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Activities & attractions in Pacific Grove

Where to Eat in Pacific Grove

If you’re looking for affordable options, Taste Cafe & Bistro (1199 Forest Ave.) and Passionfish (701 Lighthouse Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove in November
Estimated hotel price
$180
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pacific Grove in November
Estimated hotel price
$180
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pacific Grove in September, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Pacific Grove, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Pacific Grove

Plane

When flying to Pacific Grove, you’ll arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Pacific Grove include Air Canada, Avianca and Copa Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Pacific Grove departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Pacific Grove is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 85 miles from Pacific Grove. You’ll find branches of Turo and Priceless, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Pacific Grove, you’ll arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Pacific Grove include Air Canada, Avianca and Copa Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Pacific Grove departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Pacific Grove is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 85 miles from Pacific Grove. You’ll find branches of Turo and Priceless, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Pacific Grove

Airlines serving Pacific Grove

Lufthansa
Good (6,950 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,319 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,712 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,569 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,891 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,747 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,648 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (769 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,608 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,191 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,539 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (344 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,967 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,325 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,061 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,267 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,792 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,825 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,180 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pacific Grove

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sunset Inn and Monarch Resort.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pacific Grove

Most booked hotels in Pacific Grove

The Quail Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1047 reviews)
$337+
Intercontinental The Clement Monterey, An IHG Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2214 reviews)
$327+
Bide-A-Wee Inn and Cottages
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1906 reviews)
$155+
Martine Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 492 reviews)
$248+
Portola Hotel & Spa At Monterey Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3803 reviews)
$259+
Monarch Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2439 reviews)
$116+

Renting a car in Pacific Grove

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pacific Grove (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Pacific Grove, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pacific Grove (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Pacific Grove, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

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