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.
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.
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
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
Downtown SLO Brunch Food & Drink Walking Tour
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
Edgewater Inn And Suites
"Clean room. Friendly staff. Close to the beach, shopping and pier. Perfect location for the price."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
"The staff were awesome. Especially Kevin at the front desk. Everything I asked for was granted. Room 424 I think that’s the room. Corner balcony room was awesome. The kitchen staff were so kind. Absolutely loved it. We will be back. We told several of our friends and they too will be staying. See ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
"The hotel stay exceeded our expectiations for our visit to pismo beach. The property location and amenities were perfect for our family visit in the area."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Madonna Inn
"Loved the room. Had a comfy bed. Great bathroom and very comfortable experience. Definitely will visit again"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Apple Farm
"It was a good central location for what we were doing. Plenty of restaurants in the same location and next to the freeway with easy. Access on and off ramps."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
"The Sandcastle is a beautiful place. The beach is right out the front door and downtown is just a few minutes walk. The rooms and facilities were spotless and comfortable and the staff were exceptional. Our only issue was paying $30/day for parking. They have a parking lot, we paid for the room so ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 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 Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
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 Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
