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Pacific Grove

Population: 16,100 Elevation: 55' Information: 831-373-3304

 

Climb the rocks and watch the ocean splash against them, sail a boat along the beautiful waters of this region's marine sanctuary or rent a surrey and pedal along the beach path. It's great exercise!

Witness the history of old Pacific Grove with a walking tour. The Chamber of Commerce offers a list of historic buildings or visitors can sign up for a walking tour.  Picture Postcard Tours cover downtown Pacific Grove and highlight uncommon people and places of the Grove. 

Covering over one mile, there are some inclines, so wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for a moderate work out. The tour proceeds come rain or shine, except when extreme weather conditions merit cancellation.  See why R.L. Stevenson found the retreat remarkable and John Steinbeck called the town home. Get to know the town that started as a Methodist Retreat in the 1870s, hosted the first Pacific Coast Chautauqua and remained the last "dry" town in California. The tour begins every Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Chamber office at Forest and Central. Reservations are recommended with limit to 12 individuals. Information: 831-373-3304 Cost around $10. (This and all events subject to change. Please call first before going.)

Other things to do:
X 17-Mile Drive at Highway 68 in Pacific Grove.
X Point Pinos Lighthouse at Asilomar Blvd.. Thur.-Sun. 10am-4pm
X Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course -overlooking the ocean.
X Museum of Natural History, Forest & Central Ave. Free. 10am - 5pm
X Dine at Lover's Point on Ocean Boulevard: 
. The Old Bath House - Award winning dining in a Victorian setting.
. The Tinnery - Affordable family dining 

PACIFIC GROVE
 


 

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