Downtown San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo featuring general coastal views
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San Luis Obispo featuring signage
San Luis Obispo featuring signage
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 when you take a trip to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
San Luis Obispo showing 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 studying the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your travels in San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater 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 like biking in San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
History Center of San Luis Obispo County

History Center of San Luis Obispo County

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in History Center of San Luis Obispo County in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

History Center of San Luis Obispo County
Mission Plaza

Mission Plaza

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

Mission Plaza

Things to do

Tours take place in Downtown SLO

Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo

P1,691
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

P1,970
per traveler
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo

2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo

P1,128
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

P11,219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
Uptown Food Tour deli bites and beers.

Uptown SLO Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

P10,056
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uptown SLO 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

P393
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
1125 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P16,364 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P16,364
P20,529 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
"Best hotel in SLO. Great location to walk to anywhere downtown. Beautiful rooms. Bathroom could have used a second sink, but overall top notch. Loved the rooftop pool with bar. Very friendly staff. Will be back."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is P16,307 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
P16,307
P18,672 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,124 reviews)
"So friendly super fast service and amazing staff always speedy with great response to help"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is P14,730 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
P14,730
P16,895 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,068 reviews)
"Close to the beach"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is P8,955 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
P8,955
P10,920 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,561 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. The breakfast in the morning was amazing and the free cocktail at night was such a sweet surprise."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is P14,820 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P14,820
P16,998 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,198 reviews)
"Close to trail. Pool and spa was good for kids."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Spyglass Inn
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is P15,777 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P15,777
P18,095 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,392 reviews)
"It was a great hotel beach front."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Luis Obispo

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Old Town Historic District

When in Old Town Historic District, you can plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Town Historic District
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MoJo

While MoJo might 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
Go online and look for an evening that suits your mood and painting style. Local artists walk you through this artist process. I happen to be a hopeless romantic and painted the "Love Birds" Simple beverages served, with a small selection of appetizers to keep you mellow and content as you paint with friends.

Railroad District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Railroad District and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

Railroad District
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Foothill

While Foothill might 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.

Foothill
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Japantown

Japantown might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Japantown
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Lower Higuera

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Higuera and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

Lower Higuera

Downtown San Luis Obispo