Old Town Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Avila Hot Springs

Avila Hot Springs

Explore the great outdoors at Avila Hot Springs and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Avila Hot Springs
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
Laguna Lake Park

Laguna Lake Park

After visiting Laguna Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Laguna Lake Park
Bishop Peak Trail

Bishop Peak Trail

Learn about the local history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Bishop Peak Trail. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.

Bishop Peak Trail
Cerro San Luis Obispo

Cerro San Luis Obispo

Explore the great outdoors at Cerro San Luis Obispo and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.

Cerro San Luis Obispo

Activities

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
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

AU$99
per adult
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

AU$54
per traveller
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

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

AU$31
per traveller
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

AU$182
per adult
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
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Our pick of the best Old Town Historic District Hotel Deals

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$265 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$265
19 Aug - 20 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! (1,594 reviews)
"Everything was awesome!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 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$389 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$389
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! (2,225 reviews)
"Bed was comfortable. Hotel building is not in great shape. Room was adequate. We could not check in early. Breakfast is pastries, bagels and coffee. Ok place to stay but pricey for what was included. Convenient to Pismo Beach."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
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$284 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$284
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,158 reviews)
"We were pleased by the friendly staff an convenient location and overall value"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$390 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$390
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,061 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
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$356 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$356
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,234 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Spyglass Inn
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$441 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$441
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,407 reviews)
"There were 2 building and being in the other building took away from hanging out with family in the other building."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Historic District

San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo

If you're spending some time in Downtown San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown San Luis Obispo
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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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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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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
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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

Old Town Historic District Travel Guide

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