Oak Grove Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oak Grove
Popular places to visit
Cannery Row
Renamed after John Steinbeck’s Cannery Row, this historic area has transformed since the gritty industrial days described in the book.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
17-Mile Drive
Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Del Monte Beach
Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.
Munras Avenue
Take the family on an outing to Munras Avenue during your trip to Monterey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Our pick of the best Oak Grove Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Beautiful place!! Can’t wait to come again"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Beautiful hotel with incredible views! The staff was incredibly attentive."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"Very clean hotel and nice workers. I enjoyed my stay very much and will definitely go again. Thank you !!! The pool is beautiful and they play great music"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"Positives: great location, convenient parking Cons: there is a very obvious musty smell throughout the entire hotel (worse on the historic side) including the rooms; fitness area is incredibly small with very poor equipment"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Hate the BS charges. On top of a resort fee which is unnecessary, they charge for parking too, what a rip off."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Casa Munras is very well located for visiting Carmel, Monterey, Cannery Row, Pacific Grove. It was very quiet, had a clean, comfortable room, plenty of parking and was reasonably priced. The pool looked nice, as did the restaurant, although we did not use them."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Oak Grove
Downtown Monterey
The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.
Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Cannery Row and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Monterey
Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and popular aquarium. You might also want to check out attractions like Waterfront or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Lighthouse District
Lighthouse District is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and popular aquarium, and you might also want to make a stop by Cannery Row, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
