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 seaside, 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
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
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 art scene.

Ah Louis Store
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 theater scene in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

Mission Plaza
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

Things to do

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

$45
per adult
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

$20
per traveler
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

$119
per adult
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

$10
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

$35
per traveler
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
Morro Bay: Guided E-Bike Tour

Morro Bay: Guided E-Bike Tour

$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Morro Bay: Guided E-Bike Tour
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Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Deals

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street San Luis Obispo CA
$278 nightly
The price is $316 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$316 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (542 reviews)
Very clean, modern hotel. Friendly staff. Helpful with local restaurants and recommendations for local sightseeing. Would definitely return

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Hotel San Luis Obispo
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1125 Garden St San Luis Obispo CA
$250 nightly
The price is $284 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$284 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (465 reviews)
Bar was stocked and room was uniquely charming.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
$95 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
$108 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with 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! (1,332 reviews)
Loved when you walk in the room is super clean. Love that I had acces to fire pit outside and enjoyed it. Reception very friendly gave me a list of restaurants to enjoy. My stay was wonderful.

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Spyglass Inn
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4
$136 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with 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! (1,677 reviews)
Love

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
$189 nightly
The price is $217 total per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
$217 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,628 reviews)
Amenities are excellent Beach access and pools are very good. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave Pismo Beach CA
$136 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$156 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,531 reviews)
Location was perfect!

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
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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 San Luis Obispo Superior Court.

MoJo
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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 Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market.

Lower Higuera
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 San Luis Obispo Superior Court and Fremont Theater.

Foothill
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Japantown

Japantown might not have many top sights, but Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Japantown
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