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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 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 when you take a trip to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Bubblegum Alley
Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.
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 studying the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your travels in San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.
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.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Perth to Exmouth Coral Coaster 6-Day Soft Adventure One-Way Tour
Railroad District Hotel Deals
Cottage Inn By The Sea
The view was amazing! I was able to sit at the little desk with the door open and do remote work all while right within direct view of the ocean. The outdoor fire pits were also a really fun touch!
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great stay. Easy access to the beach. Clean rooms
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
clean room, pleasant staff, lived rir breakfast and the view of the hills. close to the downtown area.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
VERY nice property and resort fees waived for Expedia clients.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
It was awesome to stay here
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Madonna Inn
Room was really good.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Railroad District
Old Town Historic District
When in Old Town Historic District, you can plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Lower Higuera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Higuera and surrounding area, you can visit Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market.
MoJo
While MoJo might 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 Broad
Though Lower Broad might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.
Japantown
Japantown might not have many top sights, but Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
