South 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.
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.
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.
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
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in South Salinas
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Everything was great no complaints"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"The whole staff was very helpful and curious. Meal at the restaurant was great! We stayed a week and had a great time."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"Everything from the check-in to check out was perfect. Such a beautiful establishment."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"It was a great location for food and shopping, just not for sleeping (at least my room) I love the old hotel however my room was literally on the street side so I was kept awake by people on the sidewalk and awoken at 6am by the garbage truck that stopped in front."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"So outdated.....yikes."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Lovely place that is well located with a nice restaurant."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Salinas
Oldtown Salinas
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Oldtown Salinas. You might want to make time for a stop at National Steinbeck Center or Steinbeck House.
Corral de Tierra
While there might not be top attractions in Corral de Tierra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch.
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.
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.
