Old Town Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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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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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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
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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 seaside 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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Self-Guided Driving Bundle of Canada Tours

NZ$16
Per adult
Self-Guided Driving Bundle of Canada Tours
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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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Our pick of the best Old Town Historic District Hotel Deals

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
2 out of 5
210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$144 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$144
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Property was easy to find and close to the freeway. Discount at Denny’s was offered. Comfortable beds."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$296 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$296
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
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! (1,111 reviews)
Family Friendly Fun
"Quiet, clean, and friendly with a nice view!! We will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Edgewater Inn And Suites
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$166 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
NZ$166
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
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! (163 reviews)
"Great overnight stay which was safe and close to the highway"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$380 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$380
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,175 reviews)
"The Staff were excellent! They were friendly and helpful. The outside seating was limited. Not all fire pits were working properly. The outside seating cushions need a cleaning. The oceanfront room had beautiful views but needs a deep clean on the carpet and outside balcony walls."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$372 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$372
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
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)
"This hotel has great beach access and wonderful views. If you can, opt for the ocean view room. Theres a family pool and several spas to go too. We enjoyed the complementary breakfast next to the fire pit overlooking the beach in the morning. This is a dog friendly hotel, so is the town. Very pet ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$271 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$271
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
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)
Fantastic Service, fun and extras!
"The staff was superb—everyone from the front desk staff (thanks, Tracey!), housekeeping, to the breakfast staff (very friendly and helpful)! We had a great stay with lots of pool fun and the perks of the dog bowl/treats, full breakfast and evening happy hour drinks with chips and queso. This is definitely ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Oxford Suites Pismo 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

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