Foothill Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
Popular places to visit
Santa Rosa Park
After visiting Santa Rosa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, a top university in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Edna Valley Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Edna Valley Vineyard during your travels to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Downtown SLO Brunch Food & Drink Walking Tour
3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast
Top hotels in Foothill
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
"Good room but basic. Very expensive but it was a car show weekend"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
"What a perfect stay. Staff was accommodating helpful took pride in their hospitality. Anything we needed was cheerfully supplied. Definitely family friendly. Lots and lots of children. The shuttle service was a wonderful extra that really helped out..Pool was kept clean as was the entire ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Spyglass Inn
"The carpets was dirty. And we have our two little dogs and charge $40 each and nothing for them like no food, or bed or something nothing at all"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
"The staff was super nice and so accommodating! The place is clean and in a very good area extremely closed to all the major stuff including the beach! My family and I loved it!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
"My wife and I have stayed at The Sandcastle Hotel numerous times. It never disappoints. The location, on the beach and close to shops and restaurants is prime. All the staff were friendly and courteous. Our oceanfront room, having recently been renovated, was comfortable and clean."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
"It’s a nice property with great potential for socializing. Fire pits and tables surround the fenced pool. Happy hour and breakfast too. Comfortable room with immaculate bathroom."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Foothill
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.
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.
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 Broad
Lower Broad might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Laguna
When in Laguna, you can plan a visit to Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Madonna Plaza Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
