Alisal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Steinbeck Center
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.
Toro County Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Salinas Fairways Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Salinas at Salinas Fairways Golf Course. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
California Rodeo Grounds
Catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Salinas Sports Complex
Catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Monterey Zoo
Meet the animals who call Monterey Zoo home during your travels in Salinas. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Our pick of the best Alisal Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Great location. Just parked the car and walked everywhere. Lots of options for food, activities and relaxation. Will definitely return!!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Bed was old and sunk in the middle. Staff was fine. Valet was prompt."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"Nice location with restaurants and store in walking distance"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"The hotel met our expectations and even more. Definitely will come back in the future"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"Tiny rooms for the money, parking not ideal. Definitely haunted, will stay elsewhere next visit."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Carmel Bay View Inn
"Good spot"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alisal
Sunset
Though Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
Spreckels Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Spreckels Junction and surrounding area, you can visit National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House.
Creekbridge
Though Creekbridge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.
Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
Maple Park
While Maple Park isn't home to many top sights, National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Claremont Manor
While Claremont Manor isn't home to many top sights, National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House are some notable places to visit nearby.
