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Visiting San Luis Obispo, CA


A weekend in this charming and scenic town, situated halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, can be whatever you want it to be: a relaxing break or a buzz of activity. For serenity, pack lunch and head north or south to have a picnic at one of the dozens of picturesque wineries. Head west for great beaches, perfect for a leisurely swim. For a dose of history, visit the birthplace and heart of this quaint town: the beautiful adobe-brick... more » A weekend in this charming and scenic town, situated halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, can be whatever you want it to be: a relaxing break or a buzz of activity. For serenity, pack lunch and head north or south to have a picnic at one of the dozens of picturesque wineries. Head west for great beaches, perfect for a leisurely swim. For a dose of history, visit the birthplace and heart of this quaint town: the beautiful adobe-brick Mission San Luis Obispo. Children will revel in the plentiful fun activities, such as the Charles Paddock Zoo, the Morro Bay Aquarium and the Children's Museum. For a laugh or a gasp, visit the outrageously decorated Madonna Inn, where nothing in the garish décor is consistent except for an abundance of the colour pink. All are welcome for a peek inside the lobby's men's room for more interior design surprises. « less

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Nov
65°F 18°C
43°F 6°C
1 in 3 cm
Dec
62°F 16°C
39°F 3°C
2 in 5 cm
Jan
61°F 16°C
40°F 4°C
2 in 5 cm
Feb
61°F 16°C
40°F 4°C
3 in 8 cm
Mar
63°F 17°C
42°F 5°C
2 in 4 cm
Apr
65°F 18°C
42°F 5°C
1 in 3 cm
Extended Forecast
Saturday
28 Nov
Hi:
61°F 16°C
Lo:
43°F 6°C
Sunday
29 Nov
Hi:
67°F 19°C
Lo:
38°F 3°C
Monday
30 Nov
Hi:
70°F 21°C
Lo:
40°F 4°C

Reviews you can trust

Heritage Inn B&B

5 of 5 stars
SOrange County
27 Nov 2009

Suzanne the inn-keeper did everything possible to make my trip a wonderful experience. From the moment I arrived, she went out of her way to make the experience a step above my expectations. First, I...more

Quality Suites San Luis Obispo

26 Nov 2009

Price was more than reasonable. Clean, comfortable & spacious rooms. Close to the 101, downtown San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly. Free beers or wine at the end of the day and free breakfast in the morning...more

Embassy Suites Hotel San Luis Obispo

26 Nov 2009

The room was comfortable and spacious. Close to some local restaurants. We went to Hearst Castle in the morning (about 1 hour drive), and this place seemed much better than any of the other...more

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