Old Town Historic District
San Luis Obispo
Visit Old Town Historic District
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.
Things to do
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
Spyglass Inn
Nice area to walk
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Enjoyed this place. Breakfast was great and staff was friendly
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Clean room. I'm in an older section of the hotel but it is kept up well and closer to the beach. Heater is in bath area and is loud, but works sufficiently on a chilly evening.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Nice rooms, newly renovated. Great views. Friendly staff. Close to downtown.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
The room itself was well taken cared of. Basic but spatious for the 3 nights we stayed. Friendly staff. Beautiful shared balcony to relax on. And we walked just about everywhere we visited because you're right at the pier
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Loved the short walk to the beautiful beach!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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 Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
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.
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.
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.
