Salinas, Monterey County, CA
Places to go in Salinas
66 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Outdoors
Garland Ranch Regional Park
Rustic, dog-friendly park offering extensive hiking trails through woodlands, canyons & chaparral.
700 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924, USA
Outdoors
Garrapata State Park
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view.
34500 CA-1, Carmel, CA 93923, USA
Food & Drink
Gino's
Rustic establishment with wooden beams offers casual Italian fare & a wine list in a cozy space.
1410 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Food & Drink
Gohan AYCE Buffet
1094 Northridge Mall, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
Food & Drink
Growers Pub
227 Monterey St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Outdoors
Jacks Peak Park
Hiking & horseback trails wind 8+ miles through a Monterey pine forest to a peak with vista views.
25020 Jacks Peak Park Rd, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Outdoors
Manzanita County Park
Baseball & soccer fields dominate this county park that's surrounded by scrubby hillsides.
17100 Castroville Blvd, Prunedale, CA 93907, USA
Arts & Culture
Moe's Alley
1535 Commercial Wy, Santa Cruz, CA 95065, USA
Family
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools.
886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Arts & Culture
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Educational multimedia exhibits include theater, touch pools & a remotely operated underwater robot.
35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
Arts & Culture
Monterey County Youth Museum
This colorful museum for toddlers & bigger kids features interactive exhibits with a local theme.
425 Washington St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Arts & Culture
Monterey History and Art Museum
A local history showcase with a collection of maritime artifacts, plus rotating art exhibitions.
5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Family
Monterey Zoo
400 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908, USA
Arts & Culture
National Steinbeck Center
Dedicated to John Steinbeck, this museum offers interactive exhibits for all ages & a gift shop.
1 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Outdoors
Natividad Creek Park
Recreational venue featuring trails, picnics & playgrounds, plus a skate area & dog park.
1395 Nogal Dr, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Shopping
Northridge Mall
Spacious shopping center with stores, a food court & a movie theater, plus a play area for kids.
796 Northridge Dr, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
Arts & Culture
Old Fisherman's Wharf
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities.
1 Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Food & Drink
Patria | Main St
Cozy, rustic-style space offering German, Italian & French eats such as lasagna, schnitzel & rabbit.
228 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Outdoors
Pinnacles National Park
The remains of an ancient volcanic field, this park features geologic sights, caves & condors.
California 95043, USA
Outdoors
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Scenic coastal area featuring diverse sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum.
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
Food & Drink
Portobello's on Main
Easygoing restaurant offering classic American fare, plus outdoor seating & a full bar.
150 Main St #116, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Wellness
Refuge
27300 Rancho San Carlos Rd, Carmel, CA 93923, USA
Family
Roaring Camp
Family-friendly park offers train rides amid natural landscapes, seasonal routes & special events.
5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA 95018, USA
Family
Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Salinas
1600 Northridge Mall #200, Salinas, CA 93906, USA