Chinatown Travel Guide
Salinas
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 top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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.
California Rodeo Grounds
Catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Monterey Zoo
Meet the animals who call Monterey Zoo home during your travels in Salinas. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Natividad Hospital
If Natividad Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salinas.
Things to do

Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Chinatown

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Good location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Our favorite place to stay in Monterey!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Clean rooms great staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Amazing! great place to stay,
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Parking was easy and right down the street. The coffee was very good!!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Room bathtub drain needed cleaning. Small room but clean. The back of the building where we were was a little sketchy. Old shopping carts and not so pleasant atmosphere.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown

Oldtown Salinas
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Oldtown Salinas. You might want to make time for a stop at National Steinbeck Center or First Mayor's House.

