Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
Salinas
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Popular places to visit
National Steinbeck Center
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.
Toro County Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
First Mayor's House
Find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at First Mayor's House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum during your travels in Salinas. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Aguila Cultural Center
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Aguila Cultural Center in Salinas. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Salinas Sports Complex
Catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Oldtown Salinas
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Breakfast menu was good, cooked well and quality was awesome.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Cute hotel, very helpful staff
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Clean, Comfortable, nice!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
This is one of my favorite hotels. Staff is wonderful, restaurant and bar are lovely. My only complaint is the rooms are becoming dated and the bathroom sliding door offers no privacy because of its age and being warped. Time to replace the bathroom doors.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Great dinner. Did not try breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oldtown Salinas
Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Steinbeck Center and Salinas Sports Complex.
