The Soledad Visitor Center is located toward the north end of town. The little town of Soledad in…read morethe last decade has really grown up. There are murals all over town which I really like there is a tractor Museum and the main street is wide and beautiful and very well maintained. Now the Soledad Visitor Center is staffed by people who know the town and are very helpful about all the attractions that are around even though the number may not be huge there are some pretty good ones. I always love stopping in visitor centers and seeing what they're like and how the people represent their area the people here in Soledad are doing a fine job

From the owner: The Center is wall-to-wall highlights of local attractions complete with a small-scale…read morerepresentation of Pinnacles National Park, Spanish arches inset with information on local California missions, photographs depicting the Valley's agricultural history, a tour map to local wineries and, since it's in the heart of Steinbeck Country, details on literary giant John Steinbeck. Additionally, there are promotional materials, brochures, souvenirs and a friendly staff ready to answer questions.

Visiting a new town that is known for its different side streets and courtyards?…read more Carmel Visitor Information office is your first stop. Extremely friendly staff who quickly was able to assist us with all the useful information and maps

I just had to write about this little office in the Town Center Mall because they helped out with…read moremy travels when I needed it. They were there for me. They are the nicest people for this job; all smiles and welcoming. I needed schedules and had lots of questions that they patiently ANSWERED and helped with a few other details, called for a cab for me to make it to the airport because I lost my phone. There is a nice little selection of souvenirs and those fancy glossy magazines. They couldn't have done anymore for me. By the way, the cab came just as fast as an Uber and the cost was the same. If you need help with your travels in and around Carmel, this is the place that is there for you.

A beautiful CA national park. We did 2 short hikes in one day…read more The pinnacle rocks and the caves are SO cool! Parking was really easy for the trails we wanted to access. National Park pass is required.

While on our way to Carmel/Monterey from San Jose we decided to take a little hike at Pinnacles…read moreNational Park. This group enjoys a good hike, but is by no means expert hiker/climber(s). This hike offered the perfect balance of physical activity and beautiful views The trail was about a 2hr drive from the San Jose airport. It takes you well out of immediate civilization. You aren't far enough to feel completely isolated, but you are far enough removed that it's peaceful and the air just smells more fresh The trail itself was about 3 miles long if I remember correctly. The one we took was an uphill climb to the top and then an easy downhill hike to the bottom. The flora and fauna were impressive. There are plenty of turkey vultures, other birds, and some lizards. A truly awesome sight was when we got to the top and a condor flew directly over us Some tips: There are a few hikes and trailheads in the area for you to explore The park rangers office was unoccupied when we were there and it was a honor system of dropping off payment in a nearby collection receptacle It might be difficult to spot a condor from a turkey vulture at a distance, but the head is shaped different from a turkey vulture, their sheer size is stunning, and they should be tagged under their wings Cheers!!

They have moved their office closer towards Downtown. Jennifer was amazing and set me up for…read moreinteresting places to explore in the surrounding area. I definitely recommend stopping by to get the vast amount of brochures available.

Having been born and raised in the area, it really wasn't necessary for us to stop here but it was…read morea nice rest stop to determine what we were going to do for the remainder of the day in Monterey. The lake nearby is called Lake El Estero, and is surrounded by El Estero Park. Located within the park is the famous Dennis the Menace park. El Estero Boating is located on the shore of the lake opposite Dennis the Menace Park and is where you can rent a paddle boat. What's nice is from the visitors center you can see both the paddle boat area and the Dennis the Menace Park so you can easily map out, and plan your day. With so much to see and do in Monterey I can see why at times it could be overwhelming to a person visiting the area. So this place is designed for a visitor who just doesn't know where to start. We did not go inside the building but I enjoyed the scenery behind the building. The Monterey County Visitors Bureau provides you with all the information you need about visiting the Monterey Peninsula. They have information on individual attractions, hotels, and restaurants. I heard they sometimes have coupons available too. The staff is there to provide guidance and give directions to locations throughout Monterey County. They are open daily from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. They are closed on major Holidays such as Thanksgiving, December 25, January 1 and Easter Sunday. I can see how a family can easily spend a pleasant day at the park surrounding Lake El Estero. There were plenty of geese, seagulls, and ducks swimming around in harmony. We were only there a short while but there is a walking path that goes entirely around the lake. Along the walking path there is a unique exercise course with equipment and instructions. Plenty of benches and grass to have a little picnic. Just be aware that the birds can be a bit aggressive and I believe you are not permitted to feed them by law. There is a dog park and I believe there is also a skate park for skateboarders. Dennis the Menace park has always been a favorite with the kids with their one-of-a-kind fun playground equipment. Admission is free however the paddle boating rentals do have a fee. The last time I checked you can rent a paddle boat for a half an hour or an hour. In conclusion, if you are a visitor of the Monterey Peninsula, and are not sure where to go, this is the perfect place for you!

Good stop on 17 mile drive. Snacks, refreshments, golf apparel. As well as Pebble Beach…read moresouvenirs. Some are expensive. Clean restrooms. Center has golf history for fans. Tables outside to relax and have a bite. Three charging stations. Across the street is a larger shopping area.

Not at all what we were expecting as our #14 STOP. when we…read moresaw visitor center my kids and i were so excited to learn about nature, animals , etc. We have done many activities at other visitor centers (Junior Ranger Badges are something we collect) We got here while doing our 17 mile drive and its a GOLF center. Golf everything. If you are a gold fanatic its for you. For us Nature people this was a waste of visitor center. everything in here was so expensive too.

Paso Chamber is very helpful in supporting my Digital Agency. Gina the president & Jeff the…read moremembership coordinator are organized and interested in our local businesses. Thank You

Stopped in to the Chamber Visitor's Center before spending a couple days in Paso. We were greeted…read morewarmly by Calle- she was fabulous and fun and a font of knowledge. Sent us to just the right places based on our interests (in our case, live music, rhone-style blends, and sparkling wines)! She had all the right maps, and 2 for 1 coupons for tastings at several wineries. Her positive attitude and warm greeting made just the right start to a fun time in Paso Robles! Great job!

What a surprise to find this fantastic destination California a to Welcome Center on our stay in…read moreSalinas. Great local information and historical displays about the Salinas Valley and region. We were thoroughly impressed.

Very nice welcome center, had all the information we were looking for, and the center was setup…read morewith lots of different tools and pictures from the past history of the local area, left feeling we would be back to enjoy the Salinas Welcome center

We went to Romero Visitor Center, which is at San Luis Rey Reservoir…read more This is a very good place to see the views of the Reservoir - many of us just zip by this reservoir that is in between Hollister and I-5 on our way to other parts of the state The visitor center is a good place to learn about the dam and water conservation projects within California. There is some historic films with President John F. Kennedy in it. There is also a telescope to get a closer look at the lake We explored this area further and in some of the park areas we saw lots of elk and baby Eagles this time. Simply Awesome - well worth the 1/2 hour or so to stop and get a closer look at the animal life around the reservoir,

I love midcentury design. This building is dripping with late 60's vibe. I spent hours…read morephotographing the details of this building. The chain down-spouts, the squared door knobs, the vinyl seats. Sadly, little details are being "upgraded". If you like the vintage view of tomorrow, see this hidden treasure before its gone.

I had not visited the park since I was 11 years old but I wanted my teenager to experience its…read morebeauty. She brought her camera and we were treated to a fun tour on a beautiful day. Our tour guide was an engaging storyteller and helped us imagine what life might have been like during the castle's heydey. The views are exquisite and that includes the architecture and artwork indoors. As documented in previous posts, the bathrooms are under renovation so you have to use porta potties outside the center. You cannot bring any food or drink on the bus or walking tour other than bottled water so be prepared to eat before or after your visit. My daughter was so impressed she would like to return for different tours.

Nice and well maintained visitor center. We got there earlier than our tour time, so we had a…read morechance to walk around the visitor center, there's a small museum, snacks bar and coffee, as well as souvenirs shop. Parking is free and lot of parking spaces