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

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

San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Adventure San Luis Obispo

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great place, amazing views!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Great hotel, great price, great location!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Hotel was a 5 minute drive from Pismo Beach. Rooms were clean and staff was amazing. Cant beat location, price and service.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Madonna Inn
Parking was easy. Staff was super kind. Amenities were very enjoyable. Love all the restaurants on site. This hotel is a cult classic! I will always return. Thank you Madonna Inn, I love you forever!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Staff was amazing! Room was great
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Our room faced the ocean and it was awesome
Reviewed on 26 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.
