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.
Food & Drink
Salinas City BBQ
Homey eatery supplying smoked meats, steaks & basic sides, plus a rotating menu of craft brews.
700 W Market St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Outdoors
Salinas River State Beach
Popular destination for bird-watching, fishing & horseback riding, with a dune trail & picnic area.
Moss Landing, CA 95039, USA
Arts & Culture
Salinas Sports Complex
Expansive facility hosts rodeos, concerts & a variety of other activities such as motocross racing.
1034 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
Outdoors
Sherwood Park
Outdoor recreation space with a playground & gardens, plus a swim club, tennis courts & theater.
920 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
Food & Drink
Stonies Taphouse & Bistro
1366 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Family
Tatum's Garden
1 Maryal Dr, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
Food & Drink
The Beerded Bean
210 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Nightlife
The Blue Lagoon
Serving beer, wine & cocktails, this nightclub also offers a varied schedule of live bands & DJs.
923 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
Outdoors
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains.
Aptos Creek Rd, Aptos, CA 95003, USA
Food & Drink
The Salty Seal
English bar bites & local draft beers offered in a rustic sports bar set in a 1929 building.
653 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Food & Drink
The Village Restaurant
Casual bar & restaurant preparing familiar American & Italian dishes, plus cocktails.
1490 Constitution Blvd A, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Outdoors
Toro Park
Peaceful 4,756-acre park offering riding trails, softball fields, playgrounds & volleyball courts.
501 Monterey - Salinas Hwy #68, Salinas, CA 93908, USA
Food & Drink
Toro Place Cafe Inc.
665 Monterey - Salinas Hwy, Salinas, CA 93908, USA
Family
Treasure Hunt: The Ride
700 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Outdoors
Vision Quest Ranch
400 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908, USA
Food & Drink
Viva Espresso Organics
1552 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
Arts & Culture
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events.
1021 Monterey - Salinas Hwy, Salinas, CA 93908, USA
Outdoors
Wilder Ranch State Park
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding.
1401 Coast Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA