Old Town Historic District Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
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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 seaside 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.
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
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Motel not really right on the beach. We could see some ocean but parking lot was our main view. The rooms were very dated but clean. The walls were thin - could hear our neighbors next door and could hear footsteps above us from 7pm until 3am. The price was good and the location near the pier was ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Such a beautiful property
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Liked the pre-check in through text, was able to tell them we'd be checking in later at 8pm. There was a mistake on their part and the room was being cleaned when we arrived, so they offered us some free drinks in the cantina. 20 mins later we took our drinks to our lovely room. Great customer service ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Madonna Inn
Our stay at the Madonna Inn was absolutely incredible! This place has been on our bucket list for years, and it did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived, the beautiful landscape and unique architecture made it feel like we stepped into a dream. The heated 85-degree pool was perfect for relaxing, ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Spyglass Inn
Very clean , beautiful view of the ocean. Recommend staying here
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Front desk friendly
Reviewed on 2 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.
