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National Steinbeck Center
National Steinbeck Center
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#1 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Owner description: A celebration and exploration of the well-known author's work through multi-sensory exhibits, priceless artifacts and live... more » Owner description: A celebration and exploration of the well-known author's work through multi-sensory exhibits, priceless artifacts and live theater performances. « less
Attraction type  Specialty Museums; Art Museums; History Museums
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
The Farm
The Farm
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#2 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: This working farm is also an agricultural education center, demonstration farm, produce stand and recreation destination. You... more » Owner description: This working farm is also an agricultural education center, demonstration farm, produce stand and recreation destination. You can pick your own vegetables, see the animals, learn or just shop in the farmstand. « less
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
Monterey Bay Equestrian Center
Monterey Bay Equestrian Center
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#3 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  10.5 miles from city center
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
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#4 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: The Monterey Peninsula's love affair with world-class racing traces its beginnings to the inaugural running of the Pebble... more » Owner description: The Monterey Peninsula's love affair with world-class racing traces its beginnings to the inaugural running of the Pebble Beach Road Races in 1950. Those sports car events quickly outgrew the public roads of the Del Monte Forest and a beautiful new road facility was born on November 9, 1957.Since then, Monterey has been visited by some of the most prestigious racers in history; Roger Penske, Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Kenny Roberts, Bobby Rahal, Wayne Rainey and Valentino Rossi to name a few. The late 60's and 1970's may be remembered as the "Can-Am Years," but it was also the debut of Trans Am, IMSA and AMA motorcycles. CART Indy Car racing and Grand Prix Motorcycling put their stamp on the track in the 80's and 90's. More recently, the huge evolution MotoGP has created a phenomenal global following for the track.Today, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca hosts five world-class race weekends each season, with elite road racing series from around the world visiting the Monterey Peninsula every year. « less
Attraction type  Race Car Tracks
Distance  8.1 miles from city center
Wild Things
Wild Things
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#5 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Take a Walk on the Wild Side! Visit Wild Things exotic animal facility and see a collection of over 100 animals.
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  5.5 miles from city center
The Steinbeck House / Best Cellar Gift Shop
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#6 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: The boyhood home of John Steinbeck is primarily a restaurant, but summertime tours are also available on Sundays 1-3pm,... more » Owner description: The boyhood home of John Steinbeck is primarily a restaurant, but summertime tours are also available on Sundays 1-3pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day. The house also includes the Best Cellar Gift Shop, offering Steinbeck books and unique gift items. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Specialty Museums
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
Toro County Park
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#7 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails; Biking Trails; Hiking Trails; Parks
Maya Cinemas
Maya Cinemas
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#8 of 12 attractions in Salinas
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Oldtown
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#9 of 12 attractions in Salinas
3.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews

Frist Fridays Art Walk takes place in Oldtown Salinas on the first Friday of every month.  There are about fifty venues with live music, artist receptions, dance performances... more »

Attraction type  Antique Shops; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
Skip Barber Racing School
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Attraction type  Race Car Tracks; Educational Sites
Distance  12.9 miles from city center
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Aguila Cultural Center
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Visit the Águila Cultural Center at 34 Central Avenue (between the Steinbeck Center and the Steinbeck House). Telephone, 794-0006. This museum in a beautiful house contains a... more »

Attraction type  Specialty Museums; Museums
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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