Old Town Historic District Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo
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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 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.
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.
Ah Louis Store
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Santa Rosa Park
After visiting Santa Rosa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
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
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great stay. Easy access to the beach. Clean rooms
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cute little stay with my partner. Would happily return again for the ocean view and that exceptionally cozy fireplace!
Reviewed on 14 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
Shore Cliff Hotel
Nice view
Reviewed on 12 Jan 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.
