The beachside setting of Castroville is ready to explore
The beaches and other outdoor surroundings create an inviting atmosphere in Castroville. Travelers like the restaurants, shopping and aquarium in this romantic and relaxing city. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Castroville
Do you want to find attractions to see in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Castroville a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Monterey Bay Aquarium (13 mi / 20.9 km)
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (3.4 mi / 5.5 km)
- Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (12 mi / 19.3 km)
- Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch (13.1 mi / 21 km)
- Pacific Grove Golf Links (13.3 mi / 21.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Castroville
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Castroville is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Monterey Bay (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Marina State Beach (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Marina Dunes Preserve (5.5 mi / 8.8 km)
- Sunset State Beach (10.7 mi / 17.1 km)
- Del Monte Beach (12.6 mi / 20.3 km)
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
Seasonal weather in Castroville
If you're planning a vacation around warm-weather activities, September, August, July and October are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 62°F.
How to get to and around Castroville
Fly into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), the closest airport, located 10 mi (16.2 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) away.