Shell Beach

Pismo Beach
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Photo by Dori Vogel Cirrincione
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Photo by Ann Sair
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Photo by Daria Hendricks
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Photo by Ann Sair
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Photo by Shereen Ward

Popular places to visit

Margo Dodd Park

Margo Dodd Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Margo Dodd Park, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Margo Dodd Park
Pismo Beach Pier featuring fishing as well as a small group of people

Pismo Beach Pier

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.

Pismo Beach Pier
Monarch Butterfly Grove

Monarch Butterfly Grove

5/5(1 review)

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.

Monarch Butterfly Grove
Pismo Preserve

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.

Pismo Preserve
Price Anniversary House

Price Anniversary House

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you take a trip to Price Anniversary House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Price Anniversary House
Pirates Cove

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.

Pirates Cove

Things to do

Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

€95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons
No other surf school even comes close.

Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

€103
per adult
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar

Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar

€47
per adult
Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar
Taste of SLO - Downtown Walking Food Tour

Taste of SLO - Downtown Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

€160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of SLO - Downtown Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

€33
per traveller
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
Paso Robles: Cass Winery Tour with Wine Tasting

Paso Robles: Cass Winery Tour with Wine Tasting

€99
per adult
Paso Robles: Cass Winery Tour with Wine Tasting
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Top hotels in Shell Beach

Shell Beach Inn
Shell Beach Inn
2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is €197 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
€197
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (337 reviews)
Ill be back!
"Outstanding location! Was so easy to beach the fay!"

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2024

Shell Beach Inn
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is €136 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
€136
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Comfy
"The hotel was old,but newly renovated. The bed and pillows were very good. The room was large and comfortable."

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2024

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is €181 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
€181
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,281 reviews)
"Ocean front unit and food bar downstairs with oceanfront seating. Bikes. Beach."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is €154 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
€154
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"A great place to stay! Our room was on the second floor and had tall vaulted ceilings, a working gas fireplace, and beautiful views of the ocean. All of that for just over $200 a night (so a great deal!). We’ll definitely be staying here again the next time we’re in Pismo."

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is €103 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
€103
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,606 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is €153 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
€153
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2025
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,134 reviews)
"The room & oceanfront view were spectactular! I will absolutly be going there again & again!!!!"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

Spyglass Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach

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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.

Saint Andrews
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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.

South Palisades
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Pismo Heights

Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Pier and Price Anniversary House.

Pismo Heights
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Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and Pirates Cove are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunset Palisades
Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pismo Beach

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