Shell Beach
Pismo Beach





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Popular places to visit

Margo Dodd Park
After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Eldwayen Ocean Park
Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you spend time at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

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

Monarch Butterfly Grove
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.

Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets during your stay in Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

The Spa at Dolphin Bay
You can take time to visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay during your travels to Pismo Beach. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

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

Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Top hotels in Shell Beach

Shell Beach Inn
It is a very quaint place. Nice personal atmosphere with clean rooms and spectacular service. This is now my go to place to stay when I visit. If there was a way to give more than 5 stars I would. Very convenient to a liquor store and a few shops.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Everything was amazing! clean and nice
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Great stay
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Comfortable and good breakfast
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
The staff were excellent. The views were amazing
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Madonna Inn
We were treated with the most personal touch, it was clean, and the food was awesome
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach

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.

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.

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

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

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

Pacific Estates
Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Monarch Butterfly Grove.
