Old Town Historic District
San Luis Obispo
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Popular places to visit
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Enjoy the student vibe at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo during your visit to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Fremont Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fremont Theater during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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.
Edna Valley Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Edna Valley Vineyard during your travels to San Luis Obispo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cuesta College
Walk around the campus at Cuesta College as part of your travels around San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Very sweet staff and clean room nothing nothing fancy but very clean which I appreciate above everything else I would definitely come back to this location
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Good location with stairs down to the beach. Nice sunsets. Our room was clean and comfortable. We had an issue with our check in. It’s already a later than average 4pm check in at this property. Our room wasn’t ready until after 5:00. The desk staff complained to us that they had a lot of people ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Was very nice. Would come back and stay here.
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Madonna Inn
The cost was worth it. Such a beautiful place to stay
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Lovely property with nice outdoor seating during the reception hour. Rooms were spacious and worked well with our 16 year to have the separate living room area
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
First impression was 10/10 ⭐️
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 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.
