Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

National Steinbeck Center
You can browse the exhibits at National Steinbeck Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Salinas. Amble around this family-friendly area's marina or seek out the golf courses.

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.
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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops 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.
Top hotels in Oldtown Salinas

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Quick overnighter after a long day if golf. The hotel is a maze. Don't get caught without your room key or you'll be stuck between buildings, as we were. Valet and front desk were friendly and efficient. Room reserved was a king bed, room we received had 2 doubles. Weird sleeping in separate beds ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Very nice stay.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Ideal location along Cannery Row. The rooms were immaculate, spacious, and comfortable. Staff at the hotel were friendly and accommodating. We dined twice at Schooners—once for lunch and once for dinner. The meals were delicious and plentiful. The outdoor setting was very comfortable. I recommend ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Clean, well appointed room, comfortable mattress and pillows, solid WiFi, and large TVs. Vanity space was lacking. Restaurant prices were high but service and food were good. Biggest complaint was the near-$200 in resort fees and parking. This has always been a reputable property in Monterey, but ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Carmel Bay View Inn
The property was well maintained, breakfast had hot food and a good selection of bagels, bread and pastries. I didn't like their policy that guests must make arrangements before 11 am to have their room serviced. It would be much better to have rooms serviced every other day (Monday, Wednesday, Friday ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Pacific Inn
Yes and very cool
Reviewed on 28 Oct 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 California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
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- More trip options
- Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum
- First Mayor's House
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- Cannery Row
- Lovers Point
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Presidio of Monterey
- Del Monte Beach
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Monterey County Fairgrounds
- Monterey Convention Center
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Golden State Theatre
- Marina Dunes Preserve
