Old Town Historic District
San Luis Obispo
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Popular places to visit

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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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.

Fremont Theater
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.

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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Edna Valley Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Edna Valley Vineyard during your travels to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Cuesta College
Walk around the campus at Cuesta College as part of your travels around San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Downtown SLO Brunch Food & Drink Walking Tour

Happy Hour SLO Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Overall room was clean. Bed is comfy and nice desk, wardrobe, etc. big cracks in the bathroom and in front of the mini fridge. Beautiful water views and beach access is right across the street. Pictures are a bit deceiving. If you want a place right by the water, this is it. Worth $250 a night, I’m ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
There is a variety of places to sit, visit, watch the waves, or dine. It is very convenient to have breakfast on site. Overall, it exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Adam was gracious and kind.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Madonna Inn
The style of the Madonna Inn is absolutely amazing—each room is uniquely decorated with its own character and charm. Staying there feels like stepping back in time, almost like being in a fairy tale. Such a fun and memorable experience—definitely one of a kind!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
We are very disappointed in the changes to Happy Hour and to the Breakfast. I feel that if you charge a resort fee that should defray the cost of happy hour. We were super disappointed in the option of 1 beer out of 3 offered. The beer was mediocre at best. The poker chip system for happy hour is ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Great hotel! We were there for only one night. Loved that they had kids toys and chairs to borrow for the beach. We will be staying there again for sure!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
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 Ah Louis Store.

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 Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.
