Sunset
Pacific Grove
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
Oceanview Boulevard
Oceanview Boulevard is just one of the places to see in Pacific Grove, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
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
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Sunset
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Clean room, bathroom was a little worn down, staff was great, didn’t get to try their breakfast or bar. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Monterey Hotel
The staff were very helpful. The room was beautiful. The hotel is lovely. Good location.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Our room was amazing the complimentary bikes were fantastic to explore the town and coast!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Carl, the restaurant waiter was excellent
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Pacific Inn
Room and Customer Service by Karun at front desk. We were early and as room was ready he did a smooth check in for us.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Stargazer Inn and Suites
The room was very clean and even had a gas fireplace! Sadly, the pool was being serviced, so that was a little disappointment. Staff was helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sunset
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.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum and Antique Clocks are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Grove Acres
Grove Acres might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Seaview
While Seaview 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.
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.
