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 seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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.

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.
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

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District

Spyglass Inn
The room was amazing
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Kiana checked us in but didn’t ask if we wanted to upgrade as a corner room looked empty. We had stayed in that room a couple of years ago. Room was clean but water pressure wasn’t the greatest!
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great stay! Room was very clean. Grounds were clean. Staff was kind.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
My husband and I spent one night at Oxford suites, and I highly recommend. Extremely reasonable, spacious and clean suite with King bed, and pullout couch in separate living room. Nice size mini fridge, microwave, and sink in living room. WiFi worked great, hot breakfast is included; 5 min drive ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Madonna Inn
The staff was great. We loved the room and accommodations. Amenities were a plus.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Great customer service. Room and area was nice and comfy.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
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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.
