San Luis Obispo travel guide
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You're Going to Love San Luis Obispo
With a population of 45,119, San Luis Obispo is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in San Luis Obispo to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in San Luis Obispo
If you’re looking for affordable options, Novo Restaurant (726 Higuera Street) and Apple Farm Restaurant (2015 Monterey Street) are great picks.
When to visit San Luis Obispo
Looking for warm weather? Then head to San Luis Obispo in July, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 102 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in San Luis Obispo, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to San Luis Obispo
Plane
When flying to San Luis Obispo, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to San Luis Obispo. The train journey from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles takes 4h 37m and costs around ₹ 3,502 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about ₹ 3,752 for a 6h 28m trip. The train station in San Luis Obispo is called San Luis Obispo, and is located 0.5 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to San Luis Obispo is to pick up a car hire from San Francisco, which is about 199 miles from San Luis Obispo. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in San Francisco.
Bus
Amtrak operates bus routes to San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo’s bus station is located 1.2 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving San Luis Obispo
Where to stay in San Luis Obispo
Average rates range from around ₹ 23,912 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 77,044 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mission Inn San Luis Obispo and Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo.
Where to stay in popular areas of San Luis Obispo
Most booked hotels in San Luis Obispo
Hiring a car in San Luis Obispo
Avis, Hertz and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in San Luis Obispo is the Budget branch at 975 Airport Drive, Suite 5, which is 3 miles from the city centre.
Expect to pay ₹ 87 per litre in San Luis Obispo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,041 and ₹ 1,387. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in San Luis Obispo, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.