Shell Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Margo Dodd Park

Margo Dodd Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Margo Dodd Park, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Margo Dodd Park
Pismo Beach Pier showing fishing as well as a small group of people

Pismo Beach Pier

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.

Pismo Beach Pier
Monarch Butterfly Grove

Monarch Butterfly Grove

3/5(1 review)

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.

Monarch Butterfly Grove
Price Anniversary House

Price Anniversary House

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you take a trip to Price Anniversary House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Price Anniversary House
Pismo Preserve

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.

Pismo Preserve
Pirates Cove

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.

Pirates Cove

Activities

Private Guided Electric Bike Tour in the Central Coast

Guided E-Bike Tour of Pismo Beach, Shell Beach and Avila Beach

AU$153
per adult
Guided E-Bike Tour of Pismo Beach, Shell Beach and Avila Beach
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

AU$56
per traveller
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour
Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

AU$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons
No other surf school even comes close.

Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

AU$176
per adult
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Long, Wide, Low and stable with Giant paddle tires, this is the Only REAL Dune Buggy Experience at the Oceano Dunes.

Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach

AU$226
per adult
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar

Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar

AU$81
per adult
Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar
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Our pick of the best Shell Beach Hotel Deals

Shell Beach Inn
Shell Beach Inn
2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$256 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (337 reviews)
Ill be back!
"Outstanding location! Was so easy to beach the fay!"

Reviewed on 8 Dec. 2024

Shell Beach Inn
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$214 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,476 reviews)
"Except for noise from freeway, very good😁"

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$296 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$296
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Little coastal getaway!
"From the moment I checked in, staff was welcoming and friendly. Room was great with a cozy fireplace. Great location on beach, can walk to restaurants, downtown, and on the beach. Enjoyed my stay, I’ll be returning."

Reviewed on 28 Dec. 2024

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$173 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews)
"The pre check in made the in person a breeze. Staff was friendly and helpful. We stayed in room 306. It was perfect. Roomy, clean and quiet. No ocean view but that was ok with us as the beach is just steps away. Lots of parking. It’s conveniently located one block down from two small convenience ..."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$249 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$249
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,134 reviews)
"The view is beautiful, the staff is great. Loved it and will continue to be out go to for Pismo!"

Reviewed on 24 Dec. 2024

Spyglass Inn
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$312 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$312
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,382 reviews)
"Great stay will be back here in our next vacation.."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach

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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.

Saint Andrews
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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.

South Palisades
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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 Pier.

Pismo Heights
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Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and Pirates Cove are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunset Palisades
Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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

Downtown Pismo Beach

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