Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
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Popular places to visit
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.
Bubblegum Alley
Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.
Ah Louis Store
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
Enjoy a trip to San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and popular activities such as cycling in San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
San Luis Obispo Superior Court
San Luis Obispo Superior Court is just one of the places to see in San Luis Obispo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
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
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Pacific Coast Highway San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Older property that rooms are well maintained. The gymcould use a good deep cleaning.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
The staff at checked in wasn’t very friendly the price that we pay for the room you would think the room would have upgrades bathtub. Spa did not work very well. Rooms had a very musty smell.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
N/A
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Free breakfast was ho-hum, but at least there was coffee. The facility was terrific, with grassy areas and access to the beach.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Madonna Inn
PROS: The horses in the field were delightful. The whole area is very clean and well kept. Nice greenery. My room had a bidet?! CONS: For paying the price of this place, the fact that they charge you for a continental breakfast is WILD. It's $14 for their breakfast. The breakfast consists of 2 beverages ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
