Tours & Activities in San Luis Obispo

The route from San Francisco to Los Angeles is one of the most iconic and scenic roads in the United States, traversing the stunning California coast.

Take a step back in time on this quirky tour through the town of San Luis Obispo with this self-guided audio tour. Discover the historic Ah Louis store, the old creamery, Bubblegum Alley, and more.

Join Rob Wickens founder of LoveoftheCentralCoast as he introduces you to what is often ranked the “Happiest City in America” on this self-guided GPS audio tour. This Essentials tour will share tidbits that even locals rarely learn or stumble across. So before you take your picture in the grossly-unique Bubblegum Alley grab your headphones and let’s step back in time by visiting the World’s Smallest Chinatown, and envision dirt roads lined by rough saloons in this last town of the Wild West. Please be aware that some businesses on the tour may not be open during nights or on weekends. The walking tour is intended to be enjoyable without entering historic buildings or various points-of-interest. Due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic be aware that some businesses on this tour may not be open. Please follow all social distancing and face mask advisories that may currently be in place for everyone's safety.

Discover the Pacific Coast Highway between Santa Maria and Monterey using a smartphone audio-driving tour. Take the tour in either direction and experience one of the most scenic drives in the world.

Discover the eclectic history of San Luis Obispo. This self-guided walking tour explores the downtown area, featuring sites such as the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and quirky Bubblegum Alley.

Embark on a mesmerizing, self-guided drive through San Luis Obispo. Discover the tales of the Repertory Theatre, the Bells of San Luis Obispo, and the history of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Marvel at Broad St. and Queenie Bridge's architecture, wander through Wine Wonderland and delve into the stories at SLO County Museum. Enjoy quirky stops like exploring bustling Higuera St. and uncover mysteries from the Rancho San Juan Capistrano Murders to iconic spots filmed in SLO. After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! Purchase one tour per car, not per person. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.

Don’t miss a thing as your favorite audio tour narrator guides you along Big Sur with stories, tips and directions. Set your own pace, and enjoy a fun, informative and entertaining experience.

Discover California by driving along the famous Highway 1 with the help of a handy audio guide. Create your perfect road trip with 169 stops in one app that cover famous sights and secret spots.

Embark on an extraordinary adventure of a lifetime with The Vibrant Vistas: San Luis Obispo Legacy Tour - Unveiling Life, History, and Culinary Delights! Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty and rich history of San Luis Obispo as we guide you through picturesque landscapes, ancient landmarks, and hidden treasures. Feel the pulse of the past as you explore historic missions, marvel at captivating art collections, and unlock the secrets of this enchanting destination. Join us and uncover the tapestry of San Luis Obispo's legacy, creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Discover the breathtaking coastline of California’s famous Highway 1 on a self-guided tour in your own vehicle. Take in the scenery and sites between San Francisco and Los Angeles at your own pace.

Solve clues, tackle wacky tasks, and explore your city’s uncovered gems in a scavenger hunt and create a fun, unique experience for your team bonding event, or milestone celebration.

Embark on a captivating scavenger hunt through the historic heart of downtown San Luis Obispo, California. Uncover the charm of the vibrant Higuera Street, with its bustling farmers' market. Discover hidden treasures like the mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, and the whimsical Bubblegum Alley. Delve into the eclectic mix of unique shops, inviting restaurants, and art galleries. Navigate at your leisure and experience the best of what San Luis Obispo has to offer. Ready to explore San Luis Obispo from a fresh perspective? Let the adventure begin!

Cruise down the open road with this self-drive tour along the Pacific Coast Highway. Enjoy the views as you drive through Big Sur, stopping off at Monterey, Carmel and more.

Explore the city sights and rugged hills of Morro Bay with an electric bike rental. Get around town easily on an eco-friendly electric bike that boosts your speed in order to see more in less time! Choose from a wide variety of models appropriate for beginners and experts alike. Biking around town provides a great workout and allows you to cover lots of ground fast — there's no better way to see Morro Bay. We pride ourselves on carrying the highest-end electric bike rental fleet in Morro Bay. Come see for yourself! We look forward to helping you get on your very own ebike!

Drive iconic 17-Mile & PCH: see Lone Cypress, Bixby Bridge, McWay Falls, Pebble Beach, and Point Lobos Reserve.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

What if you could travel outside the beaten path, and discover some of the most exciting, yet often overlooked destinations in San Luis Obispo, CA? Mystery Loves Company Tours offers just that! Wait a minute, you might think. Nothing ever happens in San Luis Obispo, right? Well, not quite. This community hides a gruesome past. You’d be shocked to learn about some of what happened here back in the day! Join us on nightly walking tours through San Luis Obispo’s haunting downtown district, a stark reminder of the town's turbulent founding days. From local lore to urban legends and ghost sightings, we hope to offer some genuine and unexpected storytelling to visitors who are new to the area or even people who have lived here forever but never had the opportunity to explore the eerie side of the city.

Turn San Luis Obispo into a game while partaking on a 2-hour Walking Adventure. Your smartphone will act as your guide, while you solve clues and complete challenges around the city. Entry price is per team.

Get the ultimate California experience with a bundle of 14 self-guided driving tours. Experience the Golden State from behind the wheel and at your own pace as you discover all it has to offer.

Taste Wine Guides revolutionizes wine exploration by blending travel and technology. Our app provides an immersive experience, allowing users to learn about wine, conveniently from the driver's seat.

This is a self-guided, wine tasting audio tour. There are multiple directional tags to help assist you while driving, as well as informational tags about the wine region, wine, climate, soils, wine tasting tips etc. The different color geo-tags shown on your map provide different information depending on which direction you're driving in from. We have cherry picked 10 of the best wineries in Paso Robles for you to visit today. Enjoy!

Embark on an unforgettable journey with our Nature's Bounty: Morro Bay Stroll & Savory Delights Tour, where nature's wonders and culinary delights are perfectly entwined. Discover the breathtaking coastal beauty of Morro Bay as you stroll along its pristine beaches and witness awe-inspiring sunsets. Indulge your taste buds with a delectable selection of local, farm-to-table cuisine, curated exclusively for our tour. Savor the succulent seafood delicacies, paired with local wines that perfectly complement the flavors. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, bustling farmers' markets, and charming boutiques, making this tour a sensory delight. Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

Discover San Luis Obispo in a fun and engaging way! See the historical sights, explore at your own pace, and have a blast solving 18 unique challenges as you follow clues on your smartphone.

Experience a guided off-road tour of the Santa Lucia mountains and the historic ranch town of Santa Margarita. Learn about the native ecosystems, local wildlife and the town's history as you go.

Learn the ancient art of foraging and unlock the magic of the natural world at the Margarita Ranch in San Luis Obispa. Discover the Californian perspective on health, wellness, and survival.

Head to the mountains on a birdwatching tour at Santa Margarita Ranch. Spot eagles and hawks as you explore the Santa Lucia mountain range by foot and in an open-air hummer.

Explore the best of the American Southwest, from California to Texas and everything in between. Tour the majestic parks in Utah, explore the world’s first national park in Wyoming, drive around California, and much more on this exclusive Southwest bundle. Over 36+ self-guided tours to keep you engaged all summer and beyond. After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Our private surf lessons don't follow a cookie cutter approach. We plan to customize and mold the lesson to fit your needs and hopes for your surfing experience. We pride ourselves on having the highest - end surfing equipment in town and more importantly, our surf instructors are the kindest personalities on the central coast! We believe a surf lesson is made great by the energy and expertise of a strong instructor, which is why we think you'll fall in love with surfing and our instructors on your surf lesson!

Our Private Electric Bike Tour of Morro Bay will take you through the best bike routes and viewpoints of the city! The private tour will allow us to give you a custom and personable experience so be sure to let us know what type of ride you are looking for! History, we can do that. Non stop exploring and wind in your hair, nooo problem. Our favorite places to see are the up high panoramic views and overlooks, winding roads along the estuary, right up close with Morro Rock and of course all our favorite beaches to the North. Don’t forget your camera as there will be plenty of photo opportunities. These fun and informative bike tours operate daily and are designed for all abilities.