Old Town Historic District
San Luis Obispo
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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.
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.
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.
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
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
Spyglass Inn
Had to take shelter from a severe storm was able to secure a beautiful room along the coast with a fireplace. Staff was great. Ended up having to extend the stay due to then becoming sick. Great place to stay if you're going to be sick. Beautiful, quiet perfect as always.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Nice
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Wonderful stay:)
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Breakfast menu was decent. Typical menu consisting of cereal, pancakes, waffles, scrambled eggs, and sausage. Some of the food was not as good, but the rest was okay.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Loved this hotel!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Edgewater Inn And Suites
The staff was wonderful. Bad points- 1. Elevator out of service We were on the 3rd floor) 2. Floor seemed to be buckling in spots (possible earthquake damage) 3. Every once in a while the smell of the sewer pipes wafted up from either the toilet or bathtub. Good points- 1. Super awesome staff. They ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Historic District
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.
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.
MoJo
While MoJo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and San Luis Obispo Superior Court.
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.
Japantown
While Japantown isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market 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 San Luis Obispo Superior Court and Fremont Theater.
