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
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

NZ$125
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$18
per traveller
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

NZ$18
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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$582 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$582
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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 ...
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
1212 Garden St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$209 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$209
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (879 reviews)
"very clean a close to downtown great place"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Granada Hotel & Bistro

Granada Hotel & Bistro

4 out of 5
1126 Morro St. San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$458 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$458
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (874 reviews)
"The hotel is centrally located. It has a wonderful restaurant and bar. The hotel is clean and has beautiful views."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Granada Hotel & Bistro
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is NZ$236 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$236
29 Oct - 30 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,226 reviews)
"Room is great size. Bed is comfortable. It can be loud from the freeway but you do get used to it fast. Ask for room away from freeway. Staff are all friendly and helpful. Great social hour every day and continental breakfast buffet was good. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is NZ$240 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$240
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,497 reviews)
"Very nice view from the pool/fire pit area. We enjoyed our stay very much, just enough far out of pismo beach to enjoy a 10 min walk on the beach to get coffee downtown every morning. Rooms are cozy and clean."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Apple Farm

Apple Farm

3.5 out of 5
2015 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$234 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$234
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,668 reviews)
"Rooms in the main building are large and nicely appointed. The staff is excellent."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Apple Farm
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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 sunset over a body of water with a large rock formation in the center and several boats.

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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