Guidebook for Salinas

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Guidebook for Salinas

Sightseeing

Gorgeous scenery with awesome inland hikes of every skill level through hills, caves and Pinnacle peaks.
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Nationaal Park Pinnacles
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Gorgeous scenery with awesome inland hikes of every skill level through hills, caves and Pinnacle peaks.
One of 28 National Estuarine Research Reserves established nationwide as field laboratories for scientific research and estuarine education.
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Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
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One of 28 National Estuarine Research Reserves established nationwide as field laboratories for scientific research and estuarine education.
Great local park to spot a variety of migratory birds as well as ocean and slough wildlife.
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Kirby Park
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Great local park to spot a variety of migratory birds as well as ocean and slough wildlife.
Absolutely beautiful hike through the redwoods canyon with cacti suddenly turns into a redwood forest with creeks. You can do the whole loop (all day -strenuous gorgeous views) or play in the forest.
Soberanes Canyon Trailhead
Soberanes Canyon Trail
Absolutely beautiful hike through the redwoods canyon with cacti suddenly turns into a redwood forest with creeks. You can do the whole loop (all day -strenuous gorgeous views) or play in the forest.
Wonderful hiking trails through the redwoods. Also good for biking.
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The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
Aptos Creek Road
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Wonderful hiking trails through the redwoods. Also good for biking.
Excellent place to go swimming! There's a rental shop right on the beach for snorkeling, paddle boarding, etc. to enjoy the cove. Lots of sea life right off the beach, but beware of the kelp.
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Lovers Point
631 Ocean View Blvd
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Excellent place to go swimming! There's a rental shop right on the beach for snorkeling, paddle boarding, etc. to enjoy the cove. Lots of sea life right off the beach, but beware of the kelp.
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals and wildlife, hiking, diving and whaling museum.
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Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1
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Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals and wildlife, hiking, diving and whaling museum.
Cliff-side hot springs and baths. Public Night Hot Springs Access (1AM-3AM) 831-667-3047 for reservations 7 days a week closed holidays.
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Esalen Institute
55000 CA-1
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Cliff-side hot springs and baths. Public Night Hot Springs Access (1AM-3AM) 831-667-3047 for reservations 7 days a week closed holidays.
Kids play park that is a local favorite.
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Dennis The Menace Playground
777 Pearl St
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Kids play park that is a local favorite.

Entertainment & Activities

MY museum's 7 galleries based on local features includes a variety of themed play stations, theater and costumes, as well as several party packages.
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Monterey County Youth Museum
425 Washington St
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MY museum's 7 galleries based on local features includes a variety of themed play stations, theater and costumes, as well as several party packages.
Garden themed family park with rides, playground, splash park and flower gardens, sculptured trees and more.
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Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
3050 Hecker Pass Hwy
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Garden themed family park with rides, playground, splash park and flower gardens, sculptured trees and more.
Ride a steam engine through the woods and into town, great for kids! During the Halloween season the train dresses up as Thomas the Train.
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Roaring Camp
5401 Graham Hill Rd
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Ride a steam engine through the woods and into town, great for kids! During the Halloween season the train dresses up as Thomas the Train.
Admission free with a variety of rides for kids of all ages. Free concerts on the beach on Wednesday eve as well as free movies on Friday eve. Bring pepsi can Wed & Thur after 5pm for discount rides.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
400 Beach St
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Admission free with a variety of rides for kids of all ages. Free concerts on the beach on Wednesday eve as well as free movies on Friday eve. Bring pepsi can Wed & Thur after 5pm for discount rides.
Local non-profit aquarium that aims to inspire conservation of the oceans. 2 guest passes may be available for guests staying a minimum of 2 nights. Free parking available 2-3 blocks up the hill.
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Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery Row
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Local non-profit aquarium that aims to inspire conservation of the oceans. 2 guest passes may be available for guests staying a minimum of 2 nights. Free parking available 2-3 blocks up the hill.

Essentials

Local Safeway 24 hour groceries, Wells Fargo bank & ATM.
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Safeway
17539 Vierra Canyon Rd
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Local Safeway 24 hour groceries, Wells Fargo bank & ATM.
Natural healthy whole foods source.
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Whole Foods Market
800 Del Monte Center
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Natural healthy whole foods source.

Food Scene

Awesome peninsula breakfast spot.
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First Awakenings
300 David Ave
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Awesome peninsula breakfast spot.
a.k.a. Gorgios's, this lovely Italian restaurant has home pasta and a beautiful atmosphere. Outdoor fireplaces available on weekend evenings to hang out around.
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a.k.a. Gorgios's, this lovely Italian restaurant has home pasta and a beautiful atmosphere. Outdoor fireplaces available on weekend evenings to hang out around.
Wonderful place to stop and eat in Big Sur. Sit on benches in the river and relax with your feet in the water.
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Restaurant at River Inn Big Sur
46800 CA-1
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Wonderful place to stop and eat in Big Sur. Sit on benches in the river and relax with your feet in the water.
Local Mexican food with kid and pet friendly outdoor seating option.
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Haute Enchilada Café
7902 Moss Landing Rd
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Local Mexican food with kid and pet friendly outdoor seating option.
Local Mexican restaurant with a harbor view. Live music calendar.
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The Whole Enchilada Market Place
7902 CA-1
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Local Mexican restaurant with a harbor view. Live music calendar.
Wonderful ocean views, beautifully built, with locally sourced food that is spectacularly cooked. A little pricey but worth the beautiful drive with fun places to stop along the way.
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Nepenthe
48510 CA-1
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Wonderful ocean views, beautifully built, with locally sourced food that is spectacularly cooked. A little pricey but worth the beautiful drive with fun places to stop along the way.
Delicious India food with many Vegetarian options.
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Ambrosia Indian Bistro
565 Abrego St
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Delicious India food with many Vegetarian options.
Delicious India food with many Vegetarian options.
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Ambrosia Indian Bistro
565 Abrego St
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Delicious India food with many Vegetarian options.
Amazing organic vegan Mexican food that is a rare treat. Take out or Eat in. Run by a family of Seventh Day Adventists this restaurant will have you telling your friends all about it. Closed Saturdays
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El Cantaro
791 Foam St
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Amazing organic vegan Mexican food that is a rare treat. Take out or Eat in. Run by a family of Seventh Day Adventists this restaurant will have you telling your friends all about it. Closed Saturdays
Large servings of delicious, organic vegetarian and vegan food!
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Dharma's Restaurant
4250 Capitola Rd
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Large servings of delicious, organic vegetarian and vegan food!
Amazing vegetarian, vegan and RAW food. Offers a free Thanksgiving lunch on the holiday.
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Cafe Gratitude
103 Lincoln St
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Amazing vegetarian, vegan and RAW food. Offers a free Thanksgiving lunch on the holiday.
Delicious local Indian food.
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Avatar Indian Grill
1568 Constitution Blvd
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Delicious local Indian food.
Delicious local Thai food. Great vegetarian options.
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Lemongrass Seafood Bar & Grill Thai Cuisine
413 Moss Landing Rd
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Delicious local Thai food. Great vegetarian options.

Everything Else

Features Redwood, Ran oak, Madrone, Chaparral, and an 80-foot waterfall that drops from granite cliffs into the ocean from the Overlook Trail.
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Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
52801 CA-1
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Features Redwood, Ran oak, Madrone, Chaparral, and an 80-foot waterfall that drops from granite cliffs into the ocean from the Overlook Trail.
A short hike with the reward of amazing views from the highest point in Monterey County, this peak is a fun adventure beginning with the drive up.
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Fremont Peak State Park
10700 San Juan Canyon Rd
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A short hike with the reward of amazing views from the highest point in Monterey County, this peak is a fun adventure beginning with the drive up.
Co-ed relaxation spa, with steam room, 4 cool pools, 6 hot pools and water fall on 2 acres. Massage available.
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Refuge
27300 Rancho San Carlos Rd
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Co-ed relaxation spa, with steam room, 4 cool pools, 6 hot pools and water fall on 2 acres. Massage available.