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 top-notch 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 seaside 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 marina or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Aguila Cultural Center
Take the family on an outing to Aguila Cultural Center during your trip to 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.
Things to do
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Oldtown Salinas
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Staff upgraded our to a full ocean Harbor view without us asking for it
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The staff are phenomenal. Friendly, attentive and focused on comfortfor each guest.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Rooms were clean, overall property was clean. Staff were kind and helpful. Loved all the extra outside that families can enjoy like games and s'more's! That was a hit with the kids! We’d definitely stay here again when we come back!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Monterey Hotel
No AC required sleeping with the windows open. Lots of street noise day and night.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Lovely room, beautiful view. We loved Cambria but might choose other lodging. We weren't able to get the room atha5 was confirmed with an ocean view.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Room was clean… Restaurant was good… Staff was friendly… parking was insufficient…Overall average to above average experience.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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 California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
