San Luis Obispo Wine Country, CA

Travel Guide

#Hiking along the coast of Avila Beach in California. While hiking in this area, BEWARE, because on your left from this spot, is the Nude Beach. Yup, it's the only nude beach that I know of that still exist in California. P.s. It was an accidental find for us, and no, we didn't go. #Waterlust #WeekendGetaway
#Hiking along the coast of Avila Beach in California. While hiking in this area, BEWARE, because on your left from this spot, is the Nude Beach. Yup, it's the only nude beach that I know of that still exist in California. P.s. It was an accidental find for us, and no, we didn't go. #Waterlust #WeekendGetaway
Beautiful little hike.
The high tide tonight at Shell Beach gave us quite a show. There was a large pod of dolphins off shore and birds flying and diving into the water everywhere; the Pelicans were my favorite to watch. Usually we come here during low tide to explore the pools, but this was a different experience and one not to be missed.
For your paddleboarding adventures! Beautiful place.

Where to stay in San Luis Obispo Wine Country

Bubblegum Alley is a tourist attraction in downtown San Luis Obispo, California, known for its accumulation of used bubble gum on the walls of an alley. It is a 15-foot high and 70-foot long alley lined with chewed gum left by passers-by.

Downtown San Luis Obispo

4.5/5(102 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Luis Obispo
Shell Beach cliffs and Pacific Ocean at sunset. Pismo Beach area, California Coastline

Shell Beach

4/5(19 area reviews)

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

Shell Beach
Default Image

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.

Old Town Historic District
Beautiful colourful summer sunset behind the valley of the San Luis Obispo Bay, viewed from South Palisades Park in Pismo Beach, California

Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay.

Sunset Palisades
Aerial view of San Luis Obispo from the hiking trail to Bishop Peak, California

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.

Lower Higuera
Scenic View of Caliente Range Foothills, Carrizo Plain National Monument, San Luis Obispo County

Foothill

While Foothill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.

Foothill
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is ￥18,677 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥18,677
￥21,422 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,416 reviews)
An excellent staff, location and hotel. I will go back again sooner than later. Please fix the the WiFi signals on the premises, it is very easy to do.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Spyglass Inn
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
The price is ￥20,487 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
￥20,487
￥28,454 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,364 reviews)
Everything was clean, staff was nice and professional. 5th time staying here, will be back.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Madonna Inn
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is ￥18,050 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
￥18,050
￥24,341 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,356 reviews)
The staff, the vibes, and room everything was amazing!

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
See all 1,859 properties in San Luis Obispo Wine Country
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

3 out of 5
7075 Ontario Rd San Luis Obispo CA
Stay at this cabin in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
Spotless room, clean facilities and felt very safe :)

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln Avila Beach CA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a gift shop. Popular attractions Fisherman's Beach and Old Port ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
It was very nice and comfortable

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Las Casitas Avila - Bungalow #6

Las Casitas Avila - Bungalow #6

Avila Beach CA
Stay at this vacation home in Avila Beach. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
The place is very clean and nice close to the ocean. Had a great time. Great little town very peaceful.!!!!A spot to be to relax Great food spots around nearbyWill definitely return!!!!!!

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Las Casitas Avila - Bungalow #6
See all properties in San Luis Obispo Wine Country
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

SanLuisObispo_CaliforniaPolytechnicStateUniversity_6063425_06

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Explore the campus of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo during your visit to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Soak in the Mineral bath all day if needed. I do! Eases the stress and relived joint pain. The cool thing about this place...open year round and if you go early, the place is all yours basically.

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.

Avila Hot Springs
Sunset on the Central Coast of California, Avila

Avila Beach

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

Avila Beach
An amazing Art Deco preserved movie theatre. #Details

Fremont Theater

You can make plans for a show at Fremont Theater on your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Fremont Theater
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is a Spanish mission founded in 1772 by Father Junípero Serra in the present-day city of San Luis Obispo, California.

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 seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
PismoBeach_TheSpaatDolphinBay_553248621532639992_07

The Spa at Dolphin Bay

You can take time to visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay during your travels to Pismo Beach. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

The Spa at Dolphin Bay

Cities near San Luis Obispo Wine Country

Pismo Beach featuring a sunset, views and tropical scenes

Pismo Beach

Avila beach--a very popular whale watching destination in California, located south of San Luis Obispo and right off Pacific Coast Hwy

Avila Beach

Morro Bay

San Luis Obispo

Explore a world of travel with Expedia