Sunset Palisades
Pismo Beach





Visit Sunset Palisades
Popular places to visit

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.

Pirates Cove
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pirates Cove during your trip to Pismo Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pismo Preserve
You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

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

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Top hotels in Sunset Palisades

Edgewater Inn And Suites
The rooms were clean but a bit outdated for my taste. Overall I’d stay here again.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
The room was clean, and the staff was great. Breakfast was ok, needs work, had a person there to serve, but it felt like you were limited to what you could eat.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
I’d stay here again. It was very nice.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Madonna Inn
An iconic hotel for a reason! I had the best birthday! Thank you!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Apple Farm
The check in staff was lovely. They offered cookies and there was plenty of tea and coffee offered all day. There is also an afternoon wine tasting that is included. So lovely!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
The rooms are clean. staff are very friendly . Only if the parking could be free.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sunset Palisades

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.

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.

Shell Beach
Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.

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.

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.

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.
