Railroad District Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
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Popular places to visit
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Enjoy the student vibe at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo during your visit to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches 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.
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.
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.
Cuesta College
Walk around the campus at Cuesta College as part of your travels around San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
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
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo
Top hotels in Railroad District
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Clean and very beautiful view!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
We love to stay here with our family! The staff is friendly, rooms are clean, amenities are great.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Very clean! And close to everything very convenient
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Spyglass Inn
I had a nice room with a balcony and a partial view of the ocean, which was beautiful. The staff was friendly and courteous. The only issue I had was beach access. Because the hotel is on the cliffs, the beach access was about a 5-minute walk from the hotel, and you had to climb down about 80 steps ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
The room was clean and the bed was soooo comfortable. I love the grounds - the courtyard with the pool, foliage, sitting areas and fire pits.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
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Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Railroad District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
