San Luis Obispo Wine Country Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit San Luis Obispo Wine Country
Where to stay in San Luis Obispo Wine Country

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.

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

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.

Old Town Historic District
While Old Town Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

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.

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.

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Great overall stay.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Fresh remodeled hotel 5/5 stars Great breakfast, nice gym
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Madonna Inn
The Madonna has the best pool vibes on the Central coast. We even lucked out in January.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
It was very nice and comfortable
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
Spotless room, clean facilities and felt very safe :)
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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.

Avila Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Avila Beach during your trip to Avila Beach? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.

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.

Bubblegum Alley
After visiting Bubblegum Alley, 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.

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.

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.
- California Polytechnic State University
- Avila Hot Springs
- Avila Beach Golf Resort
- Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
- Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
- Fremont Theater
- Bubblegum Alley
- Pismo Preserve
- French Hospital Medical Center
- Laguna Lake Park
- Performing Arts Center
- Central Coast Aquarium
- San Luis Obispo Superior Court
- San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
- Irish Hills Natural Reserve
- San Luis Obispo County Library
- San Luis Obispo Lighthouse
- Johnson Ranch Open Space
- Avila Beach Community Center
- Avila Valley Barn
- Sunset Drive-In Theatre
- Dallidet Adobe and Gardens


