Seaview Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.

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 Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Seaview

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
My favorite place away from home. Quite, clean, cute, close to everything.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Clean rooms, great location, friendly staff!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Clean room. Several amenities and close proximity to necessities.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
great experience and front desk was very helpful
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Clean and spacious room. Greeted by every staff member. Close to all venues and shops. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Stayed in the Point Lobos suite and it was perfect. Clean unit, great views, and we had a great time.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Seaview

Country Club Gate
While Country Club Gate isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey are some notable places to visit nearby.

Del Monte
Del Monte might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.

Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Asilomar State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

