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Things to do in Salinas

Museums, bowling and farms & pumpkin patches — 16 places to go in Salinas, California. 5 of them publish a price. 3 have a verified saving right now.
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Museums in Salinas5

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Bowling in Salinas2

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Farms & pumpkin patches in Salinas2

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Tours & cruises in Salinas2

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Family fun in Salinas1

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Theme parks in Salinas1

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Zoos & aquariums in Salinas1

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Parks & beaches in Salinas1

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Adventure in Salinas1

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Free in Salinas

One attraction in Salinas gets you in for nothing, in the venue’s own words.

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Salinas offers a mix of entertainment venues, outdoor attractions, and cultural destinations. Bowling and arcade centers dominate the scene—Round1 Salinas combines bowling on lanes, karaoke rooms, and arcade games, while Valley Center Bowl offers bowling on lanes, arcade games, and food and drinks. For families seeking different experiences, Chuck E. Cheese provides entertainment, Monterey Zoo features exotic animals visitors can observe and interact with, and Borchard Farms showcases giant pumpkins and gourds available for purchase. Those looking for something more specialized can explore the California International Airshow's aerial demonstrations and aviation exhibits across two days, visit the Harvey-Baker House as a history, art and cultural center, or catch professional racing at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Hartnell College Planetarium hosts public shows and special events, The Farm in Salinas serves as an agricultural education center and working farm, the Monterey County Historical Society preserves central coast history through research and education, and Tatum's Garden provides an accessible playground for children of all abilities.

What this list covers

Salinas has 16 places to go, mostly museums (5), bowling (2), farms & pumpkin patches (2).

5 of them publish an admission price, 10 publish opening hours, 3 are running a verified saving.

Every figure here was read on the attraction’s own website, most recently on September 23, 2026.

How we know these are real

Savings here are quoted from the attraction’s own website, word for word. This one, for example:

“Military Deal $34.99 1 Large 1-topping pizza, 4 fountain drinks, & 45 Play Points”

Quoted from chuckecheese.com · checked on

Common questions

How many attractions in Salinas are running a deal?
3 of the 16 attractions in Salinas currently have a verified saving, covering 9 offers in total. Each is quoted from the attraction’s own website.
Is there anything free to do in Salinas?
1 attraction in Salinas says on its own website that admission is free. We only say free when the venue does, unqualified — a child rate priced at nothing is not a free attraction.
What kinds of attractions are included?
museums (5), bowling (2), farms & pumpkin patches (2), tours & cruises (2), family fun (1), theme parks (1), zoos & aquariums (1), parks & beaches (1), adventure (1).
Are these deals guaranteed to still be available?
No. Every deal here carries the date it was last checked on the attraction’s own website and a link straight to the page it came from, so you can confirm it before you travel. Prices and offers change without notice.
What can my kids do on a rainy afternoon in Salinas?
Round1 Salinas offers bowling on lanes, karaoke rooms, and arcade games indoors. Valley Center Bowl provides bowling on lanes and arcade games along with food and drinks. Chuck E. Cheese and Hartnell College Planetarium's public shows offer additional indoor options for entertainment.
Are there outdoor places to visit besides the zoo?
Borchard Farms lets visitors see and purchase giant pumpkins, gourds, and squash. The Farm in Salinas operates as an agricultural education center and working farm. Tatum's Garden is an accessible playground where children of all abilities can play together outdoors.
What attractions suit teenagers or older kids?
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca hosts professional racing events throughout the year. The California International Airshow features aerial demonstrations and aviation exhibits across two days. Round1 Salinas offers bowling, karaoke, and arcade games for group entertainment.