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 family-friendly 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.
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.
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.
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
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Top hotels in Shell Beach
Shell Beach Inn
Wonderful room, helpful staff!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Spyglass Inn
The rooms were clean, staff was very nice and had a very nice stay.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Large roomy suite with comfortable bed, large couch and dinette table. Excellent breakfast included with stay. This was our first time staying at a Quality property and we were very impressed.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
It was a over night trip just to have dinner at the cracked crab, we always like to stay at the Oxford Suites it's convenient, comfortable and so inviting. Thank you!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
My wife and I have stayed here countless times. It's so close to the beach and downtown Pismo. Many of the rooms have a view of the ocean and they have a nice breakfast to start your day. The rioms are clean and up to date. Just a great place to stay.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Staff was courteous. I am enjoying my stay.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
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 Avila Hot Springs.
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.
Pismo Heights
Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Pier and Price Anniversary House.
Sunset Palisades
While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and Pirates Cove are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Pismo Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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 Pismo Beach Pier.
