South Palisades Travel Guide
Pismo Beach
Visit South Palisades
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.
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.
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.
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
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Top hotels in South Palisades
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Great location, next to beach
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great location. Family friendly. Clean, relaxing, staff is amazing. Will definitely be back again soon!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
The room was cleaned daily, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was a nice bonus.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Madonna Inn
This is one of our favorite Hotels to stay at when in SLO. W have been staying here for years and now our kids love it too. The best pool for families & overall fun experience for everyone to enjoy! :)
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Clean room
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Family and I first time staying here and we Absolutely LOVED it!! Everything was amazing, clean room, up to date, great amenities, complimentary breakfast was beyond amazing compared to other “breakfast included” locations absolutely delicious, the waffle bar was a big hit, long wait but worth it. ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Palisades
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.
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.
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 Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Premium Outlets.
