Old Town Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Downtown SLO Brunch Food & Drink Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Old Town Historic District Hotel Deals
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Good hotel with a pool and right on the beach. The pool area could be better kept. The hot tub spa was dirty. Free breakfast is a plus.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. Only 2 min walk from the beach which was amazing! The employes were all kind. 5 Stars!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Great and fast service. The room was great,clean and huge.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Madonna Inn
My little family always comes here when were in the area, but usually just to dine. This was our first time staying and we were lucky enough to get the Safari Room. This room was really awesome and we were very comfortable. Staff is always super helpful. We will be back for sure. Thanks for the awesome ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
We are very disappointed in the changes to Happy Hour and to the Breakfast. I feel that if you charge a resort fee that should defray the cost of happy hour. We were super disappointed in the option of 1 beer out of 3 offered. The beer was mediocre at best. The poker chip system for happy hour is ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Great hotel! We were there for only one night. Loved that they had kids toys and chairs to borrow for the beach. We will be staying there again for sure!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
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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.
