Things to Do in Salinas, CA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Salinas, California, features the top 248 nearby activities — including 112 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Salinas, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Salinas, CA , followed by 223 popular activities in nearby cities, including Monterey, Carmel, Hollister, Pacific Grove, Gilroy, Watsonville, Seaside, Aptos, Marina, Big Sur and Marina del Rey
  • Our list of the best things to do in Salinas, California, features the top 248 nearby activities — including 112 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Salinas, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Salinas, CA , followed by 223 popular activities in nearby cities, including Monterey, Carmel, Hollister, Pacific Grove, Gilroy, Watsonville, Seaside, Aptos, Marina, Big Sur and Marina del Rey
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29.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Walking Tours Big Sur, CA MoreLess Info
The Central Coast Tours is a day tour company that offers an array of guided driving tours of the Pebble Beach area. Tours might include the Big Sur area, the Hearst Castle, the Carmel Valley wine region, or San Francisco.
29.4 Miles
97% 490 votes
National & State Parks Hwy. 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 MoreLess Info
Lighthouse enthusiasts flock to Point Sur State Historic Park in Big Sur, California, which features a large refurbished lighthouse. Tours are available, including moonlit excursions and day trips. Children under age 5 are free, and those aged 6-17 receive a discounted rate.
29.4 Miles
100% 21 votes
Helicopter Tours Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA MoreLess Info
The Big Sur Guides and Hiking is notable for never ending trails along the coastline. Nature lovers find the guided tours especially helpful, but there are plenty of views and wildlife to be found by the independent adventurer as well.
29.4 Miles
97% 71 votes
Hiking Trails Big Sur, CA MoreLess Info
Hike the trails in Partington Cove, over a wooden bridge and through a wood tunnel to the cove, where a swim spot, and wildlife viewing opportunities await.
29.4 Miles
14% 14 votes
Camping Site Los Padres National Forest, Big Sur, CA 93920 MoreLess Info
Featuring 23 camp site units, Ponderosa Campground is in a scenic natural area with a trout stream, a variety of trees, including pine, oak, and sycamore trees. The campground features running water and a picnic area.
29.4 Miles
77% 13 votes
Beaches Los Padres National Forest, Highway 1, 3.3 mi N of Gorda, 9.7 mi S of Lucia, Big Sur, CA 93920 MoreLess Info
Located next to a campground, Jade Cove Beach provides visitors with the opportunity to find jade pieces in its stony shore. The beach is accessible by a steep trail with a rope.
29.6 Miles
92% 484 votes
Aquariums 100 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 MoreLess Info
Adults and children with an interest in marine ecosystems must not miss the opportunity to visit the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. It is an active research institution and a public outreach facility dedicated to helping the community understand the importance of preserving marine environments.
29.9 Miles
61% 38 votes
Parks 10840 Coyote Lake Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Coyote Lake Park is 4,595-acre recreation area featuring a 635-acre lake for fishing and boating. There are 73 tent and RV campsites and more than 35 miles of wooded trails for hikers, horseback riders and off-road bicyclists.
30.0 Miles
79% 47 votes
Dog Park 17575 Peak Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
Open daily, Morgan Hill Dog Park allows owners to unleash their pets into separate areas for large and small dogs. The grassy park has benches and shade trees for owners' comfort.
30.0 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks Dunne & Murphy Ave, & Murphy Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
Located within a peaceful residential area, Nordstrom Park is a public park that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These include a fenced-in play area, numerous picnic tables, and a quarter-mile walking trail around the park.
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