South Palisades Travel Guide
Pismo Beach
Visit South Palisades
Popular places to visit
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.
The Spa at Dolphin Bay
You can take time to visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay during your travels to Pismo Beach. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets during your stay in Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
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
Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience
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
Top hotels in South Palisades
Edgewater Inn And Suites
The room contained all my basic requirements for a positive experience: good lighting, adequate garbage containers, a digital read-out clock, set to the correct time, a box of tissues, and a towel rack in the bathroom! Other amenities: mini fridge and microwave, very helpful, as well as a working ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
The atmosphere at the Seacrest is elegant, yet warm and inviting. An added perk is its proximity to a sports bar/restaurant which was really convenient. You are literally steps away from the beach. Fire pits and comfortable seating made for a very romantic night.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Madonna Inn
Nice room, stayed in the “Just Heaven” room. It had beautiful views. Easy access to trails. Spa was amazing! The pool was heated and very big. Looking forward to another stay!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Really enjoyed our stay here. Staff had great customers service, really nice, helpful and professional (good job management). Breakfast was yummy, good options. Rooms were clean and beds were comfy. There is a creek behind the hotel, that was cool. Everything is super close and some restaurant where ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
The location is ideally located and a great value, particularly for the nightly rate. The breakfast is tasty and the hotel is clean and well staffed. Facilities are as pictured. We’ll definitely return.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Palisades
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 Pismo Preserve.
Sunset Palisades
While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Shell Beach
Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.
Pismo Heights
Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.
Downtown Pismo Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop 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 Monarch Butterfly Grove.
