Point Pinos Lighthouse, Pacific Grove

One of the most beautiful lighthouses I’ve ever been to. It’s actually the oldest lighthouse in California, it was previously installed on Alcatraz Island and relocated here. For that fact alone it is worth visiting. We were not able to see inside today due to an event close by but walking around outside was worth it alone. All the staff was very helpful and knowledgeable and the scenery literally could not be better. If you’re interested in history, lighthouses, or anything to do with California you need to check this place out.

The sign as you approach the gate is very confusing and says $5 will be charged to get in. Luckily I read other Google reviews and people said you only need to pay when you access the lighthouse. You do not need to pay to walk on the grounds inside the fence surrounding the lighthouse. All in all, it was a very beautiful lighthouse and clean grounds with very helpful volunteers.

A functional and picturesque light house. A must visit. The museum is closed due to COVID-19, but you can walk around. The docents are very friendly and provide you with good information.

Very interesting. Docents were very friendly and knowledgeable. I gave 4 stars because we couldn't go inside because of some referbishment going on. And the gift shop was closed. But because of the repair the lighthouse was only open on weekends 1-3pm - and no charge.

The day we went, the Lighthouse was literally only open 2 hours. 1pm-3pm. They charge $5 to go inside, but we didn't think it was worth it for what couldn't have been more than a 10 minute walk through. We got some nice pictures of the outside.