Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 beautiful beaches 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.
Activities
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Our pick of the best Oldtown Salinas Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
yes nice rooms and lots to do around town
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Everything was great
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Staff treated us exceptionally well, we enjoyed our room and location! On a great street for walks, restaurants, and convention center!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
No
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
There's a parking charge per night which I didn't know about while booking.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Carmel Bay View Inn
Check in wasn't overly friendly, but job was done. No issues checking in. Short walk to the room, big and comfortable. No view to speak of, but can pay more to get a 3rd floor which may offer a view. Breakfast up on 3rd floor, which is only accessible by lift. No stair option apparently. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 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 National Steinbeck Center and Salinas Sports Complex.
