Sunset Palisades Travel Guide
Pismo Beach
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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.
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.
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.
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
Top hotels in Sunset Palisades
Spyglass Inn
Cleanliness in the bathroom was iffy. Hair in the shower, mold and mildew walls in the bathroom, and the toilet seat had a strange residue on it. :-(
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
The room originally provided was on the 2nd floor and with poor sea view so I requested another and was given a better room on the 3rd floor, which I appreciated. When we returned to the room to sleep we noticed a very strong cleaning detergent order and even with the window open all night it did ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Room 355 assigned was next to elevator and we can hear people's conversation while they wait by the elevator. Coffee machine in the room was not working; water pressure was very bad in the mornings.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Our suite was clean and comfortable, we were referred to quality restaurants by friendly staff, breakfast was great. We were only there overnight so did not use the pool or other amenities. We found the location so perfect for the long drive to Southern California that we will stay there again.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Madonna Inn
Clean, love the amentities
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cozy room, stunning view
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunset Palisades
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.
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.
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.
