Shell Beach Travel Guide
Pismo Beach
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Popular places to visit
Margo Dodd Park
After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Eldwayen Ocean Park
Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you spend time at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Pismo Beach Pier
Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.
Monarch Butterfly Grove
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Pismo Preserve
You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Pirates Cove
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pirates Cove during your trip to Pismo Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Wine Tasting Audio Tour - Paso Robles CA
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo
Top hotels in Shell Beach
Shell Beach Inn
Clean room. Nice warm pool. Great communication on check e.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Staff were great. Appreciated daily breakfast and happy hour. Nice lobby/bar area. Enjoyed how spacious the
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Room very nice: The bed was comfortable. Furnishings were up to date. Breakfast - very good!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Our stay was fantastic! We felt welcomed and enjoyed my husband’s birthday in this hotel. Kevin made sure we were comfortable and happy. Will be back!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Cottage Inn By The Sea
We love the Cottage Inn by the Sea! The ocean front rooms offer spectacular views, we love having a fireplace in the room and beach access and the staff couldn’t be kinder! The only suggestion we would make would be to update the bathroom.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Madonna Inn
Beautiful clean room, courteous staff. Long pool hours
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach
Saint Andrews
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve.
South Palisades
While there might not be top attractions in South Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.
Downtown Pismo Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
Pismo Heights
Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.
Sunset Palisades
While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and Avila Valley Barn are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pacific Estates
Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Monarch Butterfly Grove.
