South Palisades
Pismo Beach
Visit South Palisades
Popular places to visit
Pismo Beach Pier
Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.
Monarch Butterfly Grove
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.
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.
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.
Price Anniversary House
Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach with a stop at Price Anniversary House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
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 romantic area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in South Palisades
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Staff were great. Appreciated daily breakfast and happy hour. Nice lobby/bar area. Enjoyed how spacious the
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Room was amazing! Very large room and the staff was all so friendly. Their check in and check out online make the process so smooth. The housekeeping everyday was wonderful. The breakfast was amazing and all the staff made the area so clean and all staff was so nice and welcoming. We enjoyed staying ...
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Nice view of the ocean from the room
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Staff fine Sink clogged
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Madonna Inn
Room was ready early, so we were extremely happy.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Shore Cliff Hotel
Great
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Palisades
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.
Sunset Palisades
While Sunset Palisades might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay.
Shell Beach
Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.
Pismo Heights
While Pismo Heights isn't home to many top sights, Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Pismo Beach
While visiting Downtown Pismo Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.
Pacific Estates
Though Pacific Estates might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Monarch Butterfly Grove.
