Best places in San Luis Obispo County to visit (UPDATED November, 2023)

State park

Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring.

4.90 (3.8K reviews)

Amusement center

👍👍 First time trying any virtual reality experience and wow, I was amazed and blown away with the feeling. Giving it a 5/5 does not do justice to the experience and vast setup of this spot. They have 4-5 games to choose from and up to 6 people per game/group. We tried the squid game and everything fe...

4.90 (3.4K reviews)

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)

Golden Gate Bridge

Bridge

Famed 4,200 ft art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic.

4.80 (73.4K reviews)

Golden Gate Park

Park

The city's 1,017-acre oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans, plus gardens & museums.

4.80 (43.2K reviews)

Elephant Seal Vista Point

Vista point

Observation deck over a shoreline known for elephant seal sightings in birthing & breeding seasons.

4.80 (11.4K reviews)

Lands End Lookout

Visitor center

Waterfront hiking through wildflowers, with shipwreck views & access to the Sutro Baths ruins.

4.80 (7.6K reviews)

San Francisco Botanical Garden

Botanical garden

55 acres of serene gardens showcasing diverse plants from around the world & a magnolia collection.

4.80 (6.9K reviews)

Presidio of San Francisco

Park

Famous park & recreation area featuring wooded trails, historic sites & Golden Gate Bridge views.

4.80 (6.8K reviews)

Club Fugazi Experiences

Performing arts theater

👍👍 I loved seeing "Dear San Francisco" at Club Fugazi today! A beautiful portrayal of dance, acrobats, music, and poetry. The script was funny & charming, lots of uniqueness of SF, and great skillful tricks! I thoroughly enjoyed it! A well-balanced cast, each with a creative talent! 👌

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4.90 (740 reviews)