Sunset Palisades
Pismo Beach
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Popular places to visit

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.

Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets during your stay in Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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.

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.

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.
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

Perth to Exmouth Coral Coaster 6-Day Soft Adventure One-Way Tour
Top hotels in Sunset Palisades

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Great overall stay.
Reviewed on 12 Jan, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Staff was friendly. Check-in was quick. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Modern style decor. We could hear doors slamming from the other rooms when someone entered/exited their room. Not bad just noticeable. Lighting in the room was a bit odd. The lamps provided were more like reading lamps. ...
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
So cool and unique would come back to just stay in the hotel
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026

Shore Cliff Hotel
Nice view
Reviewed on 12 Jan, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunset Palisades

South Palisades
While there might not be top attractions in South Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.

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 Pismo Preserve.

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

Pismo Heights
Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.

Downtown Pismo Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

Pacific Estates
Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Monarch Butterfly Grove.






