Shell Beach Travel Guide
Pismo Beach
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Popular places to visit
Margo Dodd Park
After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Eldwayen Ocean Park
Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you spend time at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Pismo Beach Pier
Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets during your stay in Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Monarch Butterfly Grove
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The Spa at Dolphin Bay
You can take time to visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay during your travels to Pismo Beach. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo
Top hotels in Shell Beach
Shell Beach Inn
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Palomar Inn
We booked a family room they doubled booked a gave our room away. I have a child with special needs and had to split my family up. The room they gave us was a full and had no room. The room was dated. Tile in the bathroom didn’t meet up to the wall a could see the concrete and dirt.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
The room was nice and simple. Parking was easy. Quiet and friendly atmosphere.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Comfortable bed and air conditioning worked very well. Bathroom needs some attention as the baseboards are crumbling. The shower curtain is too long for the bath/shower combo and the shower curtain is not waterproof so there was water all over the floor after showering that we had to mop up with ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Breakfast was lukewarm, especially on day 2 of a 3 day stay. The environment was exactly as shown in the photo. The free beer/wine and outdoor seating helped us make some new friends.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Clean room & amazing breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach
Saint Andrews
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve.
South Palisades
While there might not be top attractions in South Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.
Downtown Pismo Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
Pismo Heights
Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.
Sunset Palisades
While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pacific Estates
Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Monarch Butterfly Grove.
