Local Attractions
Cultural, recreational and educational attractions:
| Performing Arts Center The Christopher Cohan Center showcases the arts. On the Cal Poly campus in San Luis Obispo. |
San Luis Obispo Little Theatre One of America’s oldest continuously running community theatres! |
| Clark Center Theater for the Performing Arts The premier venue on the Central Coast for professional and community performing arts. |
Great American Melodrama Over 32 years of outstanding theater, vaudeville, song, dance and comedy. |
| Avila Hot Springs Fun for everyone! A large swimming pool, a hot mineral pool and loads of relaxation. |
Hearst Castle One of the world’s greatest collections of art, antiquities and stunning architecture. |
| San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum Hand-on exhibits designd to educate and entertain, where families can connect and have fun. Special programs, events, and workshops. |
Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves Local & statewide artisits display their work. Enjoy live music, gourmet food, demonstrations, children’s activites, & more. |
| The San Luis Obispo Art Center The center for exhibits, displays, education, and events to celebrate local artists. |
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden Dedicated to conservation and sustainable gardening, featuring botanicals from 5 Mediterranean climates. |
| San Luis Obispo County Historical Museum Learn local history while touring the historic Carnegie Library built in 1904. |
Noland’s Horse Drawn Carriages For your special occasion, beautiful carriages pulled by elegant horses. |
| San Luis Obispo Symphony World-class artists, premiers, special events, and music performed around the county. |
Opera San Luis Obispo The essence of opera performed in intimate settings throughout the Central Coast. |
| SLO Thursday Night Farmers Market One of the best markets anywhere! Great food, farm fresh produce, entertainment – all in downtown San Luis Obispo. |
Virg’s Landing Sportsfishing Enjoy some of the best chartered fishing and wildlife sightings in the world – all year round. Departure from Morro Bay. |
| Cypress Ridge Play the Peter Jacobsen Signature Golf Course, also designated as an Audubon International habitat and wildlife preserve. Arroyo Grande |
Chalk Mountain Golf Course A game of golf surrounded by the majestic oaks, rolling hills and meandering creeks in Atascadero. |
| Mozart Festival An annual event to celebrate the amazing theater of music in beautiful venues throughout the county. |
Civic Ballet of San Luis Obispo This artistic ballet company exemplifies the beauty and passion of dance. |
| Estrella War Birds Museum Dedicated to the restoration and preservation of military aircraft and memorabilia. Paso Robles. |
San Luis Obispo Blues Society Blues fans rejoice! Live performances by a huge array of entertainers devoted to “the blues.” |
| Gopher Glen Apple Farm Visit our farm! We grow apples, press cider and stock a roadside produce stand. |
Harris Stage Lines Visit the ranch in Paso Robles to get an authentic look at Western life and see expert horsemanship. |
| Mission San Luis Obispo De Tolosa Founded in 1772 by Father Serra, one of only six missions that still rings is bells. Stroll through the beautiful gardens. |
Mission San Miguel Arcangel Founded in 1797, the mission is being restored after the San Simeon Quake. Convent and gift shop is open. |