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
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
Top hotels in Shell Beach
The Palomar Inn
"The room was filthy. I had to ask the front desk for cleaning supplies the floor was so dirty our feet were black. I was given a dirty wet mop with nothing else. I then went back to the front desk requesting cleaning chemicals. They gave me what appeared to be fabuloso in a windex bottle and towels. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Shell Beach Inn
"The remote control on the TV did not work. It completely killed our evening after a long where we just wanted to relax and watch a movie. With no TV it was a total bust with no way to contact staff"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
"Love it. Clean room. Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Spyglass Inn
"Beautiful stay. However the sheets had blood on them. Should’ve been offered a discount, was just offered a free smores kit."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
"Beach is walking distance"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
"Beautiful grounds, clean, two room suite so one could sleep while the other watch TV, free breakfast, parking and happy hour drink for a reasonable $25 resort fee"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Shell Beach
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.
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If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
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.
