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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39.7 Miles
86% 167 votes
Colleges & Universities Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 MoreLess Info
When visiting The Esalen Institute you can participate in a variety of activities and workshops designed to help deepen your spirituality. There are also extensive grounds for you to explore.
39.7 Miles
91% 2682 votes
Bridges Highway 1, Big Sur, CA MoreLess Info
The elevated Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California is a pleasure to travel. Whales are often visible from the travel lanes, and on clear days drivers crossing Bixby Bridge can see for miles.
40.2 Miles
92% 13 votes
Winery/Vineyard 21439 Bear Creek Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033 MoreLess Info
The David Bruce Winery produces Pinot Noir, Petite Syrah, Chardonnay, and Zinfandel wines. Members of the winery's Private Cellar Club can attend festivals during the months of April, August, and December.
40.4 Miles
70% 20 votes
Winery/Vineyard 18550 Black Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033 MoreLess Info
Black Ridge Vineyards is a local vineyard and winery that produces high quality wines using locally grown ingredients. Tasting is available to sample the winery's productions in their tasting room, offering selections of Viognier, Pinot Noir, and San Andreas Red.
40.5 Miles
93% 86 votes
Winery/Vineyard 21850 Bear Creek Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033 MoreLess Info
At the Byington Winery and Vineyards, guests can go on a tour of the vineyards and taste the business's wines. The location also features picnic facilities, a Bocce ball court and a hiking trail.
40.9 Miles
88% 32 votes
Parks Belgatos Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032 MoreLess Info
With 17 acres of nature to explore, Belgatos Park offers a playground and trails for their visitors. There is a creek that runs near the trail, and there are often wild berries growing nearby.
41.2 Miles
86% 69 votes
Wine Bars 300-A College Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030 MoreLess Info
Not only does Testarossa offer customers the chance to taste its wines, but it also features an outdoor wine bar that hosts live music on Friday nights. The location hosts special events and provides an artisan wine and cheese experience.
41.2 Miles
73% 181 votes
Winery/Vineyard 300-A College Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030 MoreLess Info
Los Gatos's Testarossa Winery specializes in chardonnays and pinot noirs, and also makes a variety of other wines, including syrahs. The winery welcomes visitors, and holds regular tastings in its tasting room.
41.6 Miles
100% 8 votes
Music Venue Los Gatos Civic Center Lawn, E Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95033 MoreLess Info
Featuring an outdoor stage, Music in the Park offers the community a wide range of musical performances from local bands. Visitors are welcome to bring their own chairs and a picnic to enjoy during the performance.
41.8 Miles
80% 51 votes
Movie Theaters 43 N Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030 MoreLess Info
With only two screens and with leather seats and ottomans, Los Gatos Theatre is a small movie theater with the feel of a large home theater. There is a concessions stand and a patio and wet bar area.
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