Old Town Historic District Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Bubblegum Alley
Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.
Laguna Lake Park
After visiting Laguna Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Bishop Peak Trail
Learn about the local history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Bishop Peak Trail. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Explore the great outdoors at Cerro San Luis Obispo and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops 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
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Great breakfast!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Staff were great, room was nice and clean, lots of free muffins and cookies, close to the beach and central pismo, all huge pluses! The biggest bummer was the "partial ocean view" after checking in and being put on the second floor with basically a view of a parking lot and the ocean peeking out ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
All good if. clean rooms, comfy bed
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Spyglass Inn
Beautiful views
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
We had a fantastic stay! Lovely views, room and staff. Bed is so comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Madonna Inn
Great room - Merry. 20 foot ceiling with pink glittery wall paper and a large gold and crystal light fixtures and giant chandelier. Quirky hotel (as expected) but well maintained. Nice pool area. Signature pink cloud cocktail was very . . . pink (and tasted fine)! Wonderful meal at the steak house. ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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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 Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
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.
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 Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
