Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo

Popular places to visit

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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
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Bubblegum Alley

3.5/5(7 reviews)

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

Bubblegum Alley
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Ah Louis Store

Learn about the local history of San Luis Obispo when you take a trip to Ah Louis Store. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Ah Louis Store
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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
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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
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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

Things to do

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Self-Guided Driving Bundle of Canada Tours

£32
Per adult
Self-Guided Driving Bundle of Canada Tours
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San Luis Obispo Tour – Self-Guided Walk

£6
Per adult
San Luis Obispo Tour – Self-Guided Walk
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San Luis Obispo: Essential Downtown Self-Guided Audio Tour

£6
Per adult
San Luis Obispo: Essential Downtown Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 out of 5
345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is £88 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£88
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this motel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"It is a quaint little hotel with a great location to downtown. We didn't need to deal with parking downtown, since we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Also, House of Bread is right across the street for a great cup of coffee and pastry in the morning."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
1125 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is £272 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£272
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (382 reviews)
High Priced with Odd Room Configurations.
"First, while the hotel is located in a great place near all the restaurants, it is geared more towards a younger crowd. They do not take any cash, making tipping the valet hard to do. They cannot make change to make it easy to leave a tip to the maid. It is nuts. Second, there is no sign at all other ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Hotel San Luis Obispo
4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is £401 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
£401
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
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 clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (408 reviews)
"Very modern but well done. I just think I prefer more cozy."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Granada Hotel & Bistro
Granada Hotel & Bistro
4 out of 5
1126 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is £226 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
£226
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (644 reviews)
"This hotel elevates the local downtown experience, in a word boutique."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024

Granada Hotel & Bistro
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4 out of 5
1212 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is £170 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£170
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star B&B in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (574 reviews)
Wonderful bed-and-breakfast.
"The staff were very friendly and nice. The location was excellent for walking downtown. The room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was good. Regarding Parking ask the front desk, they will give you information."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is £150 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£150
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (1,145 reviews)
Pretty good stay
"We would rate our stay a 4.5 The towels in the room had strands of hair all over. I got 4 new towels Saturday and they also had strands of hair. Our shower faucet had a sizeable hole around it. The entire staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Everyone greets us, one staffer offered us a ladder ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Edgewater Inn And Suites
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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 Bubblegum Alley and Fremont Theater.

Old Town Historic District
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Railroad District

Railroad District might not have many top sights, but Bubblegum Alley and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Railroad District

Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

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