Downtown San Luis Obispo, CA

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Popular places to visit

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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

4.5/5(565 reviews)

Find out about the history of San Luis Obispo when you take a trip to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
San Luis Obispo which includes outdoor art

Bubblegum Alley

4/5(490 reviews)

Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.

Bubblegum Alley
Ah Louis Store

Ah Louis Store

4/5(21 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your travels in San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.

Ah Louis Store
History Center of San Luis Obispo County

History Center of San Luis Obispo County

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in History Center of San Luis Obispo County in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

History Center of San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo Children's Museum

San Luis Obispo Children's Museum

Enjoy a trip to San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and popular activities like biking in San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
A very old Adobe house near the Mission.

Mission Plaza

You can learn about the history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Mission Plaza. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

Mission Plaza

Things to do

Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

$35
per traveler
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
Freshly baked artisan breads.

SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

$199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
Uptown Food Tour deli bites and beers.

Uptown SLO Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

$199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uptown SLO Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

$7
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

$89
per adult
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

$65
per adult
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour
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Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Deals

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4 out of 5
1212 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
$112 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$128 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (668 reviews)
"Beautiful place in a central location"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
1125 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
$293 nightly
The price is $333 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$333 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
"Best hotel in SLO. Great location to walk to anywhere downtown. Beautiful rooms. Bathroom could have used a second sink, but overall top notch. Loved the rooftop pool with bar. Very friendly staff. Will be back."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
$149 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$171 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,579 reviews)
"Love this place"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
$179 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$205 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,155 reviews)
"As many said property is little outdate but location is perfect, everything is walkable, beach access is right in front of parking. Staff is very friendly and they always have cookies available."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
$223 nightly
The price is $256 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$256 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,060 reviews)
"Staff was friendly great hotel over all"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
$251 nightly
The price is $288 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$288 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,212 reviews)
"Plenty of parking. Our partial ocean view has the bed facing the patio and the rear garden, and you can see the ocean and sunset. Great view. Fire pits are very nice in the rear garden, great place to gather and hangout at night. AC is quiet and works very well. Bedroom is comfortable. On-site dining ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Spyglass Inn
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown San Luis Obispo

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Old Town Historic District

When in Old Town Historic District, you can plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Town Historic District
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MoJo

While MoJo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

MoJo
Go online and look for an evening that suits your mood and painting style. Local artists walk you through this artist process. I happen to be a hopeless romantic and painted the "Love Birds" Simple beverages served, with a small selection of appetizers to keep you mellow and content as you paint with friends.

Railroad District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Railroad District and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

Railroad District
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Foothill

While Foothill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

Foothill
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Japantown

Japantown might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Japantown
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Lower Higuera

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Higuera and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

Lower Higuera
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Downtown San Luis Obispo, CA

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