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Tours & day trips
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Dune Buggy, UTV or quad bike Experience at Pismo Beach
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Morro Bay: Private 2 Hour Stroll & Savoury Delights Tour
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3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast
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Santa Margarita: Margarita Adventure Wine Tasting & Zipline
What to do in San Luis Obispo
Popular places to visit
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 seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Bubblegum Alley
Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.
Laguna Lake Park
After visiting Laguna Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Bishop Peak Trail
Learn about the local history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Bishop Peak Trail. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Explore the great outdoors at Cerro San Luis Obispo and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.
Irish Hills Natural Reserve
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Irish Hills Natural Reserve, a lovely green space in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
Santa Rosa Park
After visiting Santa Rosa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Ah Louis Store
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Areas of San Luis Obispo
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.
Laguna
While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Irish Hills Natural Reserve.
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.
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.
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.
Lower Higuera
While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are some notable places to visit nearby.
