Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

San Luis Obispo

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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

Rp179.480
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

Rp359.140
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

Rp152.549
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

Rp2.317.614
per adult
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Paso Robles: Cass Winery Tour with Wine Tasting

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

Rp988.130
per adult
88% 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

Rp2.520.630
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 Rp5.300.502 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp5.300.502
Rp6.016.070 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
1212 Garden St San Luis Obispo CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.927.056 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp1.927.056
Rp2.187.322 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Granada Hotel & Bistro

Granada Hotel & Bistro

4 out of 5
1126 Morro St. San Luis Obispo CA
The price is Rp4.155.663 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp4.155.663
Rp4.724.782 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (874 reviews)
"The hotel is centrally located. It has a wonderful restaurant and bar. The hotel is clean and has beautiful views."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Granada Hotel & Bistro
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is Rp1.942.473 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.942.473
Rp2.435.980 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is Rp2.070.119 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.070.119
Rp2.374.322 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Apple Farm

Apple Farm

3.5 out of 5
2015 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is Rp1.779.240 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.779.240
Rp2.229.219 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,672 reviews)
"Noisy can hear people walking above room in halls etc"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Apple Farm
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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 sunset over a body of water with a large rock formation in the center and several boats.

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