Old Town Historic District Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Avila Hot Springs

You can take time to visit Avila Hot Springs during your travels to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Avila Hot Springs
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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

5/5(2 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 seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
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Bubblegum Alley

3/5(5 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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Laguna Lake Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Laguna Lake Park and enjoy the cycling trails in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Laguna Lake Park
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Santa Rosa Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Rosa Park and enjoy the cycling trails in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Santa Rosa Park
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Irish Hills Natural Reserve

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Irish Hills Natural Reserve, a lovely green space in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

Irish Hills Natural Reserve

Activities

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San Luis Obispo Tour – Self-Guided Walk

NZ$14
Per adult
San Luis Obispo Tour – Self-Guided Walk
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Taste of SLO - Uptown Mojo Walking Food Tour

NZ$225
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of SLO - Uptown Mojo Walking Food Tour
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Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

NZ$177
Per adult
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
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San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour by Hummer

NZ$73
Per adult
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour by Hummer
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San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

NZ$73
Per adult
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
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San Luis Obispo: Eagle and Birdwatching Tour by Hummer

NZ$73
Per adult
San Luis Obispo: Eagle and Birdwatching Tour by Hummer
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Our pick of the best Old Town Historic District Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
555 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande, CA
The price is NZ$170 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$170
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this hotel in Arroyo Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (129 reviews)
"Nice and clean rooms."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$284 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$284
per night
15 May - 16 May
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! (1,542 reviews)
"I loved this hotel! We brought our dog and they were so accommodating. They gave us treats and a fog bowl at check in. I loved it. The room was so spacious, clean and the property was very clean and well kept. Their hot breakfast was more then I expected as well. I will warn that the walls are THIN! ..."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$283 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$283
per night
15 May - 16 May
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! (1,070 reviews)
Great place
"We always love staying here, nice place and close to everything!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Edgewater Inn And Suites
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$270 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$270
per night
15 May - 16 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I was so pleasantly surprised by the property! Our mini suite looked like it was freshly renovated. Beautiful shower, all white bedding, tv in the living room area and in bedroom. They offer happy hour with free wine and beer, bbq at the pool for $10, and everything is so clean!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$417 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$417
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,307 reviews)
"I loved the scenery. Beautiful place to stay at. I wished it wasn’t as windy to enjoy more."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$373 per night from 16 May to 17 May
NZ$373
per night
16 May - 17 May
Book a stay at this 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,151 reviews)
"We loved your hospitality"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Historic District

San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo

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

Downtown San Luis Obispo
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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

Old Town Historic District Travel Guide

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