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San Luis Obispo County

· San Luis Obispo, CA

Why you should go…

Visit SLO CAL is the official destination marketing organization for San Luis Obispo County on California's Central Coast. The county spans more than 15 communities including San Luis Obispo, the wine region of Paso Robles, the beach town of Pismo Beach, and Morro Bay. Its visitor guide covers Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, Highway 1 coastal drives, and the region's beaches and vineyards.

  • #winery
  • #beach
  • #scenic drives
  • #history
  • #free

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to San Luis Obispo County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Paso Robles Wine Country

    Free

    Central Coast California wine region with more than 200 wineries, roughly midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

    1.9 mi awayMore like this

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Estrella Warbirds Museum

    Under $25

    A military aviation museum at Paso Robles Municipal Airport with restored World War II era warbirds and vehicles.

    6.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Museums
    Quirky Fun

    Woodland Auto Display

    Under $25

    A vintage and racing car museum sharing the Estrella Warbirds Museum grounds in Paso Robles, California.

    6.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Central Coast Zoo

    Under $25

    An AZA accredited municipal zoo in Atascadero showcasing exotic and native wildlife beside Atascadero Lake Park.

    10 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    San Luis Obispo

    Free

    The City of San Luis Obispo's official visitor site for California's Central Coast.

    22 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    California Central Coast

    Free

    A 350-mile stretch of California coastline and inland valleys between Ventura and Santa Clara counties, covering wine country, beaches and small coastal towns.

    25 mi awayMore like this