Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

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Downtown San Luis Obispo

Popular places to visit

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

Find out about the history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
San Luis Obispo featuring outdoor art

Bubblegum Alley

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

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Ah Louis Store
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 such as cycling in San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
Mission Plaza

Mission Plaza

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

Mission Plaza
History Center of San Luis Obispo County

History Center of San Luis Obispo County

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at 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

Activities

Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
Freshly baked artisan breads.

SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

AU$304
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SLO Downtown 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

AU$15
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
San Luis Obispo Self Guide Walking Tour

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

AU$15
per traveller
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Picture 4 for Activity Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

AU$84
per adult
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

AU$54
per traveller
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour
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Our pick of the best 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
The price is AU$591 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$591
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (527 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location. Everyone was friendly and there are taps for still and sparkling water. Great bar too!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Hotel San Luis Obispo
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$346 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$346
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,562 reviews)
Beautiful, rejuventating and quiet
"Incredible beach view and access, comfortable, quiet, safe area, easy parking, breakfast and amenities all wonderful. Slept so well, i woke up refreshed and ready to tackle the day!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$375 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$375
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & 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! (2,374 reviews)
"The place was awesome, great location, beautiful views, great staff, spacious room, plenty of parking, loved that it was air conditioned. Since the area was so well lit up at night the amount of light that came through the curtains was a lot, having said that i would recommend this hotel over and ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$224 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$224
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & 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! (1,602 reviews)
"Hospitable staff, clean property quiet"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is AU$300 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$300
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,249 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Staff is always nice and gift shops are great. We love the Madonna Inn!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Madonna Inn
Apple Farm

Apple Farm

3.5 out of 5
2015 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is AU$350 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$350
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,506 reviews)
"When i booked the hotel online, it claimed that what i see is what i will only pay. Turns out that's not true. There is amenities fee."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Apple Farm
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Luis Obispo

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Old Town Historic District

While Old Town Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

Old Town Historic District
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MoJo

While MoJo may 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
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Railroad District

Railroad District might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Railroad District
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Foothill

While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

Foothill
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Japantown

While Japantown isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Japantown
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Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lower Higuera

Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

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