Best places in Pismo Beach

Discover the best places in Pismo Beach, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 421 places in the village.

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The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville
Performing arts theater
Intimate theater with a variety of shows plus an in-house pub with beer, wine & snacks for purchase.
4.90 (1.1K reviews) (~5.44 km from centre)
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Ember Restaurant
Restaurant
Eclectic, locally focused bistro prepping wood-fired pizzas & small plates in rustic, romantic digs.
$$$ $
4.80 (1K reviews) (~4.49 km from centre)
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Pismo Beach Walkway & Boardwalk
Tourist attraction
😐 Pismo.... What happened to you? It's now a California tourist trap.... Who needs a lighthouse when you have HUGE neon signs... Busy and overcrowded is an understatement. Yet.... Dipping your sandy toes in the ocean water is something everyone should experience.... Make the short drive to Morrow Bay,...
4.80 (901 reviews) (~0.7 km from centre)
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Dinosaur Caves Park
Park
A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs.
4.70 (4.3K reviews) (~2.56 km from centre)
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Avila Valley Barn
Farm
Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce.
$ $$$
4.70 (4.1K reviews) (~7.41 km from centre)
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Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Off roading area
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife.
4.70 (3.7K reviews) (~4.25 km from centre)
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Old West Cinnamon Rolls
Bakery
Upbeat, vintage bakery offering cinnamon rolls & other sweet treats along with espresso & smoothies.
$ $$$
4.70 (3.3K reviews) (~0.15 km from centre)
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Pismo Beach
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Pismo Beach is an absolutely beautiful! Breathtaking!! It’s one of the smaller beaches on the coast of California but the views are monumental! There are no words to describe its beauty. The upkeep and cleanliness shows and makes one want to come back to visit again and again! ❤️
4.70 (2.5K reviews) (~0.32 km from centre)
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Avila Beach
Public beach
👍 Beach location was awesome. It must be nice in the weekday . The time we went was at its peak Saturday and due to the Opening of Ca. Enjoyed while we were there. Of course the water was cold, but being out was enjoyable. We had our little dog so I let the family go out to the beach while I watched f...
4.80 (608 reviews) (~9.2 km from centre)
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Pismo Beach Pier
Fishing pier
1,200-foot oceanside pier offering space for fishing, walking & viewing the sunset.
4.70 (2K reviews) (~0.57 km from centre)
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Avila La Fonda Hotel
Hotel
Upscale, Mexican-style hotel offering warmly decorated rooms & suites with hot tubs & free Wi-Fi.
4.80 (570 reviews) (~9.35 km from centre)
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Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve State Park
State park
👍👍 Super fun place to drive around with ATV. For $5 you can have fun in this recreation sand dune all day long. Some people would set up a fire place and watch to sun set. It’s a beautiful scenery. You can rent ATV’s right next to the entrance. Costs vary depending on the types of vehicle starting abo...
4.70 (1.4K reviews) (~2.38 km from centre)
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Avila Beach Park
Park
👍👍 It's such a beautiful place to visit. It is a small stretch of beach with relaxing beach space if you are looking to have a fun filled family adventure this will suite your needs.... not to mention that there's an aquarium here too that is nice and affordable. The park that surrounds the aquarium...
4.70 (1.3K reviews) (~9.57 km from centre)
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Oyster Loft
Seafood restaurant
Refined seafood, raw-bar fare, steaks & drinks served in beachfront digs with a patio & ocean views.
$$$ $
4.70 (965 reviews) (~0.4 km from centre)
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Pismo Preserve
Nature preserve
900-acre nature preserve open to the public for docent-led hikes, runs, bike rides & horse rides.
4.70 (889 reviews) (~1.43 km from centre)
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Oceano Dunes Pole 2
Recreation center
👍👍 I'm not sure why I am getting prompted to review Pole 2 specifically... I mean, it's a fine pole. A very good pole, one of the best, believe me. It has a large number 2 on it, which is convenient for knowing that you are further than Pole 1, but not quite as far as Pole 3. It is surrounded by sand,...
4.70 (826 reviews) (~5.8 km from centre)
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The Spoon Trade
American restaurant
Hip American eatery spotlighting seasonal, thoughtfully sourced fare, plus many craft beers & wines.
$$ $$
4.70 (775 reviews) (~2.6 km from centre)
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Kon Tiki Inn
Hotel
Basic rooms with balconies & views, plus free Wi-Fi & continental breakfast, a pool & beach access.
4.70 (732 reviews) (~0.56 km from centre)
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Taqueria El Guero
Restaurant
👍👍 The service was mostly self-service but the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. In addition, the food was extremly tasty. As an Eastern European I am by no means an expert on mexican cuisine but my tortilla was extremely tasty. Everything fit perfectly and nothing was out of place for my liki...
$$ $$
4.90 (254 reviews) (~0.23 km from centre)
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Monarch Butterfly Grove
Nature preserve
Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butterflies in late October through February.
4.60 (4.3K reviews) (~1.68 km from centre)
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