South Palisades

Pismo Beach

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Popular places to visit

Pismo Beach Pier featuring fishing as well as a small group of people

Pismo Beach Pier

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.

Pismo Beach Pier
Monarch Butterfly Grove

Monarch Butterfly Grove

5/5(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
Pismo Preserve

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
Pirates Cove

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
Price Anniversary House

Price Anniversary House

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you take a trip to Price Anniversary House. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Price Anniversary House
Margo Dodd Park

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.

Margo Dodd Park

Things to do

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

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

S$121
per adult
Guided E-Bike Tour of Pismo Beach, Shell Beach and Avila Beach
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

S$45
per traveller
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour
Carving it up!!!

Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

S$160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons
No other surf school even comes close.

Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

S$211
per adult
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Long, Wide, Low and stable with Giant paddle tires, this is the Only REAL Dune Buggy Experience at the Oceano Dunes.

Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach

S$179
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
Picture 4 for Activity Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

S$114
per adult
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
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Top hotels in South Palisades

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is S$422 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
S$422
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,130 reviews)
"Ocean view nice, but costs more. Kids enjoyed the heated pool."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

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 S$384 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
S$384
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,069 reviews)
"Close to the beach"

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is S$247 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$247
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,558 reviews)
"This is our second time staying here and we love it. We have a toddler and I love that there is a separate sitting room for when he sleeps. I always feel so comfortable and safe. Staff is always pleasant. This is where I plan on staying every time I’m looking to go have a little get a way to the ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is S$322 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$322
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,198 reviews)
"Close to trail. Pool and spa was good for kids."

Reviewed on 4 Jul, 2025

Spyglass Inn
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is S$409 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
S$409
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,390 reviews)
"It was a great hotel beach front."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Shore Cliff Hotel
Shore Cliff Hotel
3 out of 5
2555 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is S$419 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
S$419
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,413 reviews)
"A good choice for something on the beach with easy parking and access to the public beach."

Reviewed on 4 Jul, 2025

Shore Cliff 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, Eldwayen Ocean 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 Surf Shop.

Pismo Heights
Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pismo Beach

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