Title: Visit Oldtown Salinas: 2026 Oldtown Salinas, Salinas Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Oldtown Salinas](https://expedia.com/Oldtown-Salinas-Salinas-Hotels.0-n6172398-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Salinas](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Salinas.d9904.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Salinas](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Salinas.d9904.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Oldtown Salinas](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Oldtown-Salinas.d6172398.Car-Rental-Guide)[Oldtown Salinas Vacations](https://expedia.com/Oldtown-Salinas.d6172398.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Oldtown Salinas, CA ## Salinas ![The Salinas Valley, known as "The Salad Bowl of the World" for it's fresh produce. Crop pickers in the hot sun ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9904/83e39a6b-9411-4b42-b8f1-fc4ade368111.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Salinas Valley, known as "The Salad Bowl of the World" for it's fresh produce. Crop pickers in the hot sun ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9904/83e39a6b-9411-4b42-b8f1-fc4ade368111.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Steinbeck Center featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153481/7b3c6061-692a-4e15-8492-e7601e372c38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Steinbeck Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153481/901ccbee-68a9-417f-92c9-b91aea4825d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Steinbeck Center featuring heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153481/76f4663b-4f74-4c66-810f-35cb9fdced42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Oldtown Salinas Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Salinas Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Salinas.dx9904) --- ### Popular places to visit ![National Steinbeck Center featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153481/6924eb3c-273a-4bbf-9f35-7b1434b0624d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Steinbeck Center 4/5(5 reviews) Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film. [](https://expedia.com/National-Steinbeck-Center-Oldtown-Salinas.d6153481.Vacation-Attraction) ![View towards Ollason Peak, Toro Park, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170198/017b0413-fccb-4833-b42f-5e1a9fe7fc59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Toro County Park 4/5(1 review) Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the biking trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Toro-County-Park-Salinas.d6170198.Vacation-Attraction) #### Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum 5/5(1 review) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum during your trip to Salinas. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Salinas-Valley-Model-Railroad-Museum-Oldtown-Salinas.d553248621555875000.Vacation-Attraction) #### First Mayor's House Find out about the history of Salinas when you take a trip to First Mayor's House. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/First-Mayors-House-Oldtown-Salinas.d553248621555874997.Vacation-Attraction) #### Aguila Cultural Center You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Aguila Cultural Center during your trip to Salinas. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Aguila-Cultural-Center-Oldtown-Salinas.d553248621532640298.Vacation-Attraction) #### California Rodeo Grounds 4/5(9 reviews) Catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds, and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/California-Rodeo-Grounds-Salinas.d6228365.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47975597/e25c67df-9562-4091-83d4-094b724bad67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour $208 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-county-salinas-valley-farm-tour.a47975597.activity-details) ![Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583863/5b1ebb3c-e5d2-44c8-bdd2-b457f2bd52a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour $75 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details) ![RadWagon tandem](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1385287/ccfaa45d-65fb-459c-b8a7-8b9cf4127440.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr $79 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/montereys-17-mile-drive-guided-electric-bike-tour.a1385287.activity-details) ![Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48223089/194ea493-f85e-4071-9dcd-2aedb9f4336f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide $70 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-whale-watching-tour-with-a-marine-guide.a48223089.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758083/6f35c3d7-4fcb-467a-9464-1825ae8a7c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise $95 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-bay-sunset-catamaran-sailing-cruise.a4758083.activity-details) ![Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4751405/55972508-9a4b-4ed7-b08f-7f14280d9452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental $55 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-and-17-mile-drive-half-day-electric-bike-rental.a4751405.activity-details) [See all activities in Salinas](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Salinas.d9904.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Oldtown Salinas Hotel Deals ![Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1100/1024/0221d503_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA $183 nightly $219 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. 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(1,515 reviews) Room spacious and comfortable Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F3%2F2026&endDate=3%2F4%2F2026&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6172398) ![Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/35900/35893/30af1503_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa 700 Munras Ave Monterey CA $169 nightly $197 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,708 reviews) Third time here and loved it just as much. Rooms are spacious and quiet. The amenities are more than adequate without being fancy. Location is excellent! Lovely pool and pool area. And we love the in-room fireplace, too. We’ll be back! My only request would be to upgrade the electric car charging. ... 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