Old Town Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Historic District
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.
Activities
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo
Vineyard Rides San Luis Obispo Sidecar Wine Adventure
Our pick of the best Old Town Historic District Hotel Deals
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Beach view was unobstructed
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
This hotel far exceeded our expectations. The room was great and felt so clean and spacious. We hope to come back for a longer stay in the not so distant future.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
The food was just okay, but the menu was quite limited with not many choices.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Madonna Inn
Had a wonderful time
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Near beach & restaurants
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Apple Farm
I was so looking forward to stay here but sadly the smell in the bathroom was terrible. And worst in the shower. It was hard to rest
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Historic District
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.
Railroad District
Railroad District might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Ah Louis Store.
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.
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.
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.
