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Paso Robles: Sidecar Deluxe Wine Tour with Tastings
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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
Explore the lovely green spaces of Laguna Lake Park and enjoy the cycling trails in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Santa Rosa Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Rosa Park and enjoy the cycling trails in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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 art galleries.
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Enjoy the student vibe at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo during your visit to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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 Bubblegum Alley are top sights worth seeing.
Laguna
While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Laguna Lake Park.
Railroad District
Railroad District might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Bubblegum Alley 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 Bubblegum Alley.
Lower Higuera
While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Bubblegum Alley are some notable places to visit nearby.
Foothill
While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Rosa Park and San Luis Obispo Superior Court.
