Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

San Luis Obispo

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Downtown San Luis Obispo

Popular places to visit

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

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 seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
San Luis Obispo which includes outdoor art

Bubblegum Alley

Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.

Bubblegum Alley
Ah Louis Store

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 theatre scene.

Ah Louis Store
San Luis Obispo Children's Museum

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.

San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
Mission Plaza

Mission Plaza

You can learn about the history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Mission Plaza. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

Mission Plaza
History Center of San Luis Obispo County

History Center of San Luis Obispo County

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at History Center of San Luis Obispo County in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

History Center of San Luis Obispo County

Things to do

Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

฿1,134
per traveller
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo

2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo

฿649
per adult
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo
Freshly baked artisan breads.

SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

฿6,518
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿324
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
San Luis Obispo Self Guide Walking Tour

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

฿324
per traveller
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Uptown Food Tour deli bites and beers.

Uptown SLO Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

฿6,518
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uptown SLO Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
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Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is ฿11,695 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿11,695
฿13,274 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (512 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and clean and so nice. The wood floors were so appealing. The beds were very comfortable. Linens were lovely. There was sufficient lighting and these days that’s a plus, although one of of my lamps was broken. My only complaint was the sliding heavy bathroom door. Prefer a ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,675 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿5,675
฿6,509 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,225 reviews)
"Property is very welcoming. Great views of the ocean. Nice fire out to relax in the early morning or evenings."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Spyglass Inn
Shore Cliff Hotel

Shore Cliff Hotel

3 out of 5
2555 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ฿5,760 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿5,760
฿7,914 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,474 reviews)
"Loved my stay at this property. Our room had a beautiful ocean view. The property was landscaped along the bluff above the rocky shore."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Shore Cliff Hotel
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ฿7,784 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
฿7,784
฿8,912 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,288 reviews)
"Loved listening to the waves at night."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

3 out of 5
1845 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is ฿4,092 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿4,092
฿4,652 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,619 reviews)
"Clean and well maintained"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ฿4,518 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,518
฿5,557 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,594 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Luis Obispo

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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.

Old Town Historic District
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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 Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

MoJo
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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.

Railroad District
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Foothill

While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

Foothill
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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.

Japantown
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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 Higuera

Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide