Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
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Popular places to visit
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.
Fremont Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fremont Theater during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Bubblegum Alley
Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.
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.
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.
San Luis Obispo Superior Court
San Luis Obispo Superior Court is just one of the places to see in San Luis Obispo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
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
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo
Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Great location Great restaurant and staff
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Great spot to stay while in Pismo.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Everything was great. Property has nice communal spaces outside.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Breakfast was okay but not great. The eggs were not really eggs. They were pretty runny and tasted like some kind of imitation egg product. Parking was super easy and convenient.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Spyglass Inn
Wonderful location and excellent service
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Everything was great
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Luis Obispo
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.
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 Ah Louis Store.
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.
Lower Higuera
While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Foothill
While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.
Japantown
While Japantown isn't home to many top sights, San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
