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 seaside 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 beautiful beaches 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
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$180
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$83
per adult
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

AU$53
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$570 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$570
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (530 reviews)
"The location was great for access to downtown SLO and the rooms are spacious. Nice amenities such as robes, slippers, water and coffee. The staff were friendly and helpful. One suggestion is to avoid room facing the pool. There’s some area not in the hotel that seems to play music most of the day ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$240
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (1,275 reviews)
"Hidden Gem for the price point and location unbeatable"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Spyglass Inn
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$315 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$315
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,610 reviews)
"The beach view was beautiful and breathtaking. If you're looking for peace and serenity ✨️ 😌 this is it. The parking lot had construction on the pavement because it was blocked off with a black tarp so we couldn't park next to our room so that was the downside. I think the continental breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is AU$249 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$249
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,240 reviews)
"Love the property and location. It's walkable to many fun places and the pizza place next door is awesome too. The evening wine and BBQ is very inviting and the staff is welcoming. The only issue we had is that they charged us twice for our pet to stay (we thought it would be a one time charge, I ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$375 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$375
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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! (1,608 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Pool and hot tub were nice. Breakfast was good. Property was nice."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$526 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$526
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (2,413 reviews)
"Clean rooms across from pool & jacuzzi"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 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, 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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