Santa Rita 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 top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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.
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.
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.
Steinbeck House
You can find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at Steinbeck House. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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 Santa Rita
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"The staff throughout the hotel are very kind and helpful. We only stayed for one night and we did not take advantage of any of the amenities. This is definitely a great hotel to stay in and will definitely come back. My reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is because of an insect situation. We had ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Bed was old and sunk in the middle. Staff was fine. Valet was prompt."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"Tiny rooms for the money, parking not ideal. Definitely haunted, will stay elsewhere next visit."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Friendly staff, breakfast buffet was great, room was clean. The only issue that I have is the parking spots are kind of tight."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
"Great value for the price. Pretty quiet for being right off the freeway. I’d stay here again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"The accessable rooms were perfect, very spacious and comfortable with all the necessary accommodations."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Rita
Bolsa Knolls
While Bolsa Knolls may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Northridge Mall and Salinas Sports Complex.
North Salinas
While visiting North Salinas, you might make a stop by sights like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.
Boronda
Though Boronda may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.
Creekbridge
Though Creekbridge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.
Laurel West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laurel West and surrounding area, you can visit California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
