Railroad District Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo


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Popular places to visit

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Enjoy the student vibe at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo during your visit to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Avila Hot Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Avila Hot Springs and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Fremont Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fremont Theater during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Edna Valley Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Edna Valley Vineyard during your travels to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Cuesta College
Walk around the campus at Cuesta College as part of your travels around San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do

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

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Adventure San Luis Obispo

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

Downtown SLO Brunch Food & Drink Walking Tour
Top hotels in Railroad District

Edgewater Inn And Suites
"Room was very clean, staff was very helpful, had our room ready ahead of time, easy check out, will definitely stay there again"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
"Property was great. I was too sick to enjoy it. I will go back."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
"Breakfast was ok, person who helped us at breakfast was very nice. The place could use a little remodeling."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Madonna Inn
"An iconic hotel for a reason! I had the best birthday! Thank you!"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Apple Farm
"It was a good central location for what we were doing. Plenty of restaurants in the same location and next to the freeway with easy. Access on and off ramps."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Railroad District

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.

Downtown San Luis Obispo
If you're spending some time in Downtown San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

Lower Broad
Lower Broad might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.
