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 theatre scene.

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

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

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

AU$30
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

AU$69
per adult
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

AU$69
per adult
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard 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
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

AU$182
per adult
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Picture 4 for Activity Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

AU$136
per adult
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
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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$630 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$630
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (500 reviews)
"Superior place to stay!! Our room was upgraded, the staff turned down our bed and left chocolate each night. Great restaurants on site and rooftop bar. Friendly staff! Walking distance to so many restaurants, coffee shops and retail stores! Great location!!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Hotel San Luis Obispo
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1125 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is AU$499 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$499
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (453 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 13 Jun. 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
The price is AU$281 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$281
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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)
"Everything was pretty great , no problems!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$339 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$339
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & 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! (1,222 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Spyglass Inn
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$357 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$357
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (1,065 reviews)
"I liked the location of this property. The front desk staff that was working during the day I arrived was friendly. Upon checking out, I was not asked about my stay. I wanted to let them know that the only thing I didn't like was the fact that there was a lot of mold on one of the windows and in ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$440 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$440
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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! (2,229 reviews)
"I loved that the property is steps from the beach! In addition it is within walking distance to the pier and restaurants."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
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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, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Japantown
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Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lower Higuera

Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

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