Shell Beach, CA
Pismo Beach
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Popular places to visit
Margo Dodd Park
After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Eldwayen Ocean Park
Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach with a stop at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Pismo Beach Pier
Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.
Monarch Butterfly Grove
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Pismo Preserve
You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Shell Beach Hotel Deals
Shell Beach Inn
Cute little Cottage type place.Roomy.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Spyglass Inn
The staff was great! The room was clean! The view was amazing! Nothing negative comes to mind.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Wonderful stay:)
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
The stay was amazing, room was upgraded free of charge to a full beach front view. The staff was friendly and very accommodating.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Breakfast was just ok but they were really nice. Pool was closed for some reason but they let us swim at their sister hotel if we wanted. Overall it was a great experience.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Excellent area and nice hotel. Slow internet and dumb TV (cable channels only). Good value however for the location.
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Shell Beach
Saint Andrews
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.
South Palisades
South Palisades might not have many top sights, but The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pismo Heights
While Pismo Heights isn't home to many top sights, Pismo Beach Pier and Price Anniversary House are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Pirates Cove.
Downtown Pismo Beach
While visiting Downtown Pismo Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach.
Pacific Estates
Though Pacific Estates might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Beach Pier.
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