Sunset Palisades Travel Guide
Pismo Beach





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Popular places to visit

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.

Pirates Cove
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pirates Cove during your trip to Pismo Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pismo Preserve
You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience

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

Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo
Top hotels in Sunset Palisades

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Comfortable bed and air conditioning worked very well. Bathroom needs some attention as the baseboards are crumbling. The shower curtain is too long for the bath/shower combo and the shower curtain is not waterproof so there was water all over the floor after showering that we had to mop up with ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Breakfast was lukewarm, especially on day 2 of a 3 day stay. The environment was exactly as shown in the photo. The free beer/wine and outdoor seating helped us make some new friends.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
First time staying here we loved it.
Reviewed on 26 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

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Great ocean views
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sunset Palisades

South Palisades
While there might not be top attractions in South Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.

Saint Andrews
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve.

Shell Beach
Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.

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.

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.

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.
