South Palisades Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

Activities

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

AU$142
Per adult
Guided E-Bike Tour of Pismo Beach, Shell Beach and Avila Beach
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Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

AU$52
Per adult
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour
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Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

AU$150
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons
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Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

AU$163
Per adult
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
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Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach

AU$210
Per adult
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
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Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar

AU$75
Per adult
Paso Robles: Wine Country Sightseeing Tour by Sidecar
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Our pick of the best South Palisades Hotel Deals

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$207 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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! (1,467 reviews)
"I love staying here. The staff goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Rooms are comfortable and perfect for relaxing at night as well. I would of gave a 5 star, but on 2nd day there i turned heater on in the morning and had a Asthma attack. I have done this b4 here and it was ok. It wasnt ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$164 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (1,501 reviews)
"Very quiet and comfortable"

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$247 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Staff is friendly"

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Madonna Inn
Madonna Inn
3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is AU$256 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,084 reviews)
"Property is a unique gem offering a wide variety of experiences. Hourly staff seemed to be engaged and desirous of being helpful. However, all of the management encountered were the opposite and indifferent if not rude. After having spent a significant portion of money for a three days day one would ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

Madonna Inn
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AU$236 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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! (1,145 reviews)
"Great property with amazing views. Very quiet and relaxing."

Reviewed on 21 Oct. 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 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$312
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (1,393 reviews)
"Beautiful property"

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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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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Shell Beach

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

Shell 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 Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Pier.

Pismo Heights
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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