Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
Salinas
Visit Oldtown 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 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.
First Mayor's House
Find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at First Mayor's House. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops 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
Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Oldtown Salinas
Steinbeck Lodge
"OK"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Room was great! And it was ready when we arrived early so we were able to check in which was a plus."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"The view from my room was great. The dinner was okay; good but not great. Staff at the restaurant were very friendly and polite. Hotel staff were very professional and polite."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"It was a nice hotel within a short drive to Cannery Row and within walking distance to fisherman's wharf. Cute street, friendly staff. Parking was easy and right down the street. You pay $8/day with in/out entry privileges. You don't have to pay parking from 6pm to 9 am. The coffee was very good!! ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"No microwave"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Breakfast preorder room service arrived packed nicely however the napkin and utensils were missing which was disappointing."
Reviewed on 18 May 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.
