Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A white church with a cross on top, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A wall covered with colorful plastic waste.
A large collection of discarded items piled up against a wall.
A colorful, textured surface with a central red spiral and various small objects.
A theater with neon signage and a marquee.

Stay near popular Downtown San Luis Obispo attractions

A building with a large, curved sign that reads "FRED."
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Fremont Theater

8.2/10 (246 reviews)
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.
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Activities

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

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

NZ$35
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Paso Robles Wine Tour: Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Guide

Paso Robles Wine Tour: Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Guide

NZ$70
per traveller
Paso Robles Wine Tour: Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Guide
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

NZ$15
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

NZ$124
per adult
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour
San Luis Obispo Self Guide Walking Tour

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

NZ$17
per traveller
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Adventure San Luis Obispo

Scenic Vineyard Tour Adventure San Luis Obispo

NZ$79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic Vineyard Tour Adventure San Luis Obispo
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Our pick of the best Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Deals

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$642 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$642
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (679 reviews)
"Bar is great but closes too early!!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is NZ$327 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$327
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$307 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$307
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is NZ$237 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$237
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$337 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$337
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,592 reviews)
"Very unique property that every Californian should enjoy at least once We.go about 1x/year Love jr"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Madonna Inn
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is NZ$311 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$311
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Spyglass Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Find the best Downtown San Luis Obispo areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown San Luis Obispo
Learn more about Downtown San Luis Obispo

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.

A valley with a town surrounded by mountains.

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.

A rugged mountainous landscape with rolling hills and a winding path.

Foothill

While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.

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.

A town nestled between hills and a river.

Laguna

While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Laguna Lake.

Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

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