Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

San Luis Obispo

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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Things to do

San Luis Obispo Self Guide Walking Tour

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

Rp175.295
per traveller
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Rp350.045
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rp148.686
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Rp2.263.563
per adult
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Paso Robles: Cass Winery Tour with Wine Tasting

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

Rp963.105
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
Long, Wide, Low and stable with Giant paddle tires, this is the Only REAL Dune Buggy Experience at the Oceano Dunes.

Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach

Rp2.456.793
per adult
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
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Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street San Luis Obispo CA
The price is Rp6.267.840 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp6.267.840
Rp7.113.998 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (677 reviews)
"Great room and view!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is Rp2.876.117 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
Rp2.876.117
Rp3.298.763 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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! (1,457 reviews)
"Nothing to complain about."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is Rp2.347.441 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp2.347.441
Rp3.116.498 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,593 reviews)
"The hotel is nice environment, room and lounge is clean and comfortable, breakfast is fresh made with fresh fruit and coffee."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is Rp1.917.411 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
Rp1.917.411
Rp2.404.814 total
8 Oct - 9 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 ...
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
Stay at this spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,597 reviews)
"Unique experience!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

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Madonna Inn
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is Rp2.587.744 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
Rp2.587.744
Rp2.968.014 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Spyglass Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Find the best Downtown San Luis Obispo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 town nestled between hills and a river.

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