Downtown Pismo Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Pismo Beach
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Pismo Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

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
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
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
Margo Dodd Park

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.

Margo Dodd Park

Activities

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

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

AU$147
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$54
per traveller
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour
Carving it up!!!

Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

AU$194
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$256
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$215
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Adventure San Luis Obispo

Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Adventure San Luis Obispo

AU$70
per adult
Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Adventure San Luis Obispo
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Our pick of the best Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Deals

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$486 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$486
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,133 reviews)
"Great location, housekeeping never showed up"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$467 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$467
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,399 reviews)
"It was a great hotel beach front."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
2 out of 5
490 Dolliver Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$207 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$207
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Will stay again
"Walking distance to restaurants and beach"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
147 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$590 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$590
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (669 reviews)
"The refrigerator wasn't cold and had a two hour timer. Unfortunately our food spoiled and one/two members in our party felt ill and eating food. Usually the refrigerators are very cold and can keep food and drinks cold once load it. This was not the case."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
601 Cypress Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$551 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$551
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I truly enjoy the location of this property. Only a parking lot separates you from the sand and sea. Local restaurants and shopping are all within walking distance and the pier is just across the parking lot. I've stayed here several times and always get a room with an ocean view. I will be ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
100 Ocean View Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$445 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$445
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (882 reviews)
LOVE IT!
"Great Couples Spot to get away"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Pismo Beach

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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 Pismo Beach Surf Shop and Pismo Beach Pier.

Pismo Heights
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Shell Beach

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

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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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

Downtown Pismo Beach Travel Guide

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